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The AYU Oktoberfest transformed Ranelagh Gardens into a lively celebration, bringing AYU members and guests from the alts industry together for an unforgettable evening of music, food, and camaraderie. Held in the AYU tipi village, Oktoberfest provided the perfect autumnal setting for friends and colleagues to connect over steins and fire pits. It was the final hurrah to London Hedge Fund Week 2024, gathering guests who joined our five other events across the week! A special thank you to our sponsors: Borrow A Boat , GoQuant, RFA, Jersey Finance, Third Bridge Group Limited, Wincent, and Adaptor for making this memorable night possible. AYU members attend these events for free- join us for the next one! #thisisayu #hedgefunds #familyoffices #alts #networking

Our recent Family Office Summit brought over 100 select family offices together for a unique day of connection and discovery in London. Set in our bespoke tipi village in the grounds of the auspicious Royal Hospital Chelsea, the event featured cozy lounges, bustling meeting rooms, and a main stage where we heard from thought leaders throughout the day. Guests enjoyed a delicious lunch provided by celebrity chef Benedict Quin, along with blazing fires, ample opportunity for organic connection, and networking drinks. Bespoke one-on-one meetings, based on investment interest, were curated throughout the day by our new AYU Capital Concierge service. GPs from across the range of alts fund strategies, plus direct investment deals, were represented in our strictly-limited number of non-FO guest spots. We'd like to say a big thank you to our sponsors: RisCura, Jersey Finance, IQ-EQ, Adaptor, and Rational Partners for supporting the day. We're also hugely grateful to our speakers for sharing hugely valuable family office insight across the board. Read more about the day here:  https://lnkd.in/eygmw76w More Family Office Summits will follow in 2025 so watch this space. To find out about joining these and AYU, please reach out to us at familyoffices@thisisayu.com #thisisayu #familyoffices #event #community #capraising

Our recent Family Office Summit brought over 100 select family offices together for a unique day of connection and discovery in London. Set in our bespoke tipi village in the grounds of the auspicious Royal Hospital Chelsea, the event featured cozy lounges, bustling meeting rooms, and a main stage where we heard from thought leaders throughout the day. Guests enjoyed a delicious lunch provided by celebrity chef Benedict Quin, along with blazing fires, ample opportunity for organic connection, and networking drinks. Bespoke one-on-one meetings, based on investment interest, were curated throughout the day by our new AYU Capital Concierge service. GPs from across the range of alts fund strategies, plus direct investment deals, were represented in our strictly-limited number of non-FO guest spots. We'd like to say a big thank you to our sponsors: RisCura, Jersey Finance, IQ-EQ, Adaptor, and Rational Partners for supporting the day. We're also hugely grateful to our speakers for sharing hugely valuable family office insight across the board. Read more about the day here:  https://lnkd.in/eygmw76w More Family Office Summits will follow in 2025 so watch this space. To find out about joining these and AYU, please reach out to us at familyoffices@thisisayu.com #thisisayu #familyoffices #event #community #capraising

The AYU COO Summit on October 9th at the Royal Hospital Chelsea brought together 100 C-Suite executives from Alts Funds, along with advisors and allocators, to explore best practices in investment management. Key topics included AI integration, recruitment challenges, and evolving investor expectations, with a strong focus on leadership during economic uncertainty. Set in a cozy tipi village with fire pits and celebrity chef Benedict Quin’s culinary delights, the event offered a boutique, personal atmosphere for networking and discussions. Special thanks to our sponsors: Third Bridge Group Limited, RFA, Jersey Finance, ECI, GoQuant, and SS&C Technologies. Also a big thank you to our panelists for your contributions throughout the day! This event was free for AYU members- email memberships@thisisayu.com to join the next one! Read more about the event here: https://lnkd.in/dvdjU3kX #thisisayu #networking #hedgefunds #altfunds #csuite #COO

Tokenisation of Real World Assets! Friends on the West Coast - if you work in Real Assets these dinners in San Francisco and Los Angeles are very much worth your time. If you'd like to join, please reach out to our partners at Jersey Finance, who are hosting - this Tuesday and Thursday. Event links in comments. #tokenisation #realassets

This morning, we hosted the AYU CryptoBrunch in Mayfair! It was a fantastic start to the day, with insightful discussions on market outlooks and opportunities, complemented by breakfast bites and networking. Our panel was chaired by Stephanie Ramezan of The Crypto Collective and our panelists included Carl Szantyr of Blockstone Capital, Paul H. of Wincent, and Eva Lawrence of Figment. A big thank you to our sponsors at Figment and Wincent, and to all our members and guests who joined us this morning. One down, five events to go for the week! ☑️ We look forward to our Women in Funds and Family Offices Cocktail Evening tonight, followed by the COO Summit tomorrow. #thisisayu #networking #hedgefunds #familyoffices #crypto #web3

AYU's #CryptoBrunch is back in Mayfair tomorrow, October 8th. Our CEO Carl Szantyr, Paul H. (Wincent), and Eva Lawrence (Figment) will bring their insights, with Stephanie Ramezan (The Crypto Collective) guiding the conversation. Expect thoughtful debate on the current market outlook and new opportunities in the digital asset sector. Looking forward to an insightful morning with everyone! https://lnkd.in/e6ZeJRae

Our third annual AYU Oktoberfest caps off a big week of events this Friday 11th! Raise your steins by the roaring log fires at an afternoon-into-evening filled with camaraderie, cheer, and autumnal vibes. We’re incredibly grateful to our sponsors: RFA, Wincent, Third Bridge Group Limited, and Borrow A Boat for supporting this charitable and community-spirited event. Join us? 3pm - 10pm at The AYU Oktoberfest Tent, West London (location shared with registered guests only) Members can log into the platform to secure their spot. Non-members in the alternative finance community can purchase tickets via the link below ⬇️ #thisisayu #oktoberfest #networking #hedgefunds #vcfunds #pefunds #familyoffices #altscommunity

The Family Office Summit is fast approaching, taking place October 10th! We’re gathering 100 family offices in an exclusive London event, featuring 1-2-1 meetings, networking, and open pitches. Select GPs and founders will present investment strategies, offering unique collaboration and investment opportunities. Thank you to our sponsors: Adaptor, RisCura, IQ-EQ, Rational Partners, and Jersey Finance. Key discussion topics include: - Family Office leadership insights - Macro investment views - Direct deals, co-investment, and VC partnerships - Attracting and retaining talent - Alternative fund selection  All GP spots have sold out but any family offices still interested in attending can register via the link below ⬇️ #thisisayu #familyoffices #hedgefunds #VC #PE #directequity #networking

The COO Summit is just around the corner, taking place next week, October 9th! This exclusive, boutique conference is designed for COOs and C-Suite investment professionals, bringing together 100 high-level guests, select advisors, and key partners to discuss the most pressing issues in investment operations. With a focus on providing maximum value, we maintain a strict guest list and limit service provider attendance to sponsors only. A big thank you to our sponsors: Third Bridge Group Limited, SS&C Technologies, RFA, ECI, GoQuant, and Jersey Finance. Key discussion topics will include: - Reward and remuneration in alternative funds - Team management: jurisdictions, flexi-work, residency, & tax - The role of AI in the C-Suite - Compliance, oversight, and evolving allocator demands This is a unique opportunity to gain expert insights, connect with industry leaders, and explore the future of investment operations. Interested in attending? Reach out to lucy@thisisayu.com for more details. #thisisayu #COOSummit #altfunds #jurisdictions #investment #compliance #c-suite