The Growth of Private Investment Strategies

Over the last few years, the private equity landscape has experienced remarkable growth. It has become an essential component of the financial markets and a critical tool for investment sales managers. With more than 18,000 private equity funds in existence today, nearly a 60% increase in the last five years alone, the sector has expanded its influence.

At Dakota, our investment sales team has seen this shift from public to private markets come to fruition as we’ve been fundraising since 2006 and raised over $30 billion on behalf of our partners. Their CRM is the database we sell today, Dakota Marketplace, making it uniquely built by fundraisers for fundraisers.

As private fund allocations grow, allocators face the challenge of navigating vast amounts of complex data. We aim to simplify this process by offering tools and insights that help allocators make informed decisions. That's why we’ve collected extensive qualitative and quantitative data on private funds, positioning Dakota as a leading resource in this space.

The Shift Towards Private Investment Strategies

The shift from public to private investment strategies has been monumental. Allocators, driven by the pursuit of higher returns and diversification, are increasingly turning to private markets. Institutional investors, including pension funds, endowments, and sovereign wealth funds, are reallocating assets toward private equity, attracted by its higher returns and the underperformance of public markets, while family offices and high net worth individuals continue to significantly increase their allocations to the asset class.

Recognizing this shift, our data team has spent the last five years compiling comprehensive information on private fund managers, focusing on allocations from private equity firms and public pension funds. Our database now covers around 8,000 investment firms, making it one of the most extensive private fund resources available.

Streamlining Decision-Making for Allocators

At Dakota, our goal is to simplify your decision-making process by turning complexity into actionable insights. Dakota Marketplace provides unparalleled access to both qualitative and quantitative data on private funds, saving you time and ensuring you have the critical information at your fingertips.

Here’s how Dakota Marketplace helps allocators:

• Extensive Fund Manager Information & Allocation Insights: Access data on over 8,000 investment firms, including recent allocations and consultant-backed recommendations, to identify strategic partners for your investment goals.
• Comprehensive Fund Data & Industry Benchmarking: Compare strategies with detailed information on private funds, including insights from manager presentations and fundraising activities.
• News, People Moves & Market Developments: Stay informed about the latest consultant movements and access in-depth reviews to evaluate their performance and expertise.Stay ahead of trends with real-time updates on news, personnel changes, fund performance, and market developments to inform your decisions in a dynamic environment.

Empowering Allocators with Dakota’s Insights

We are committed to setting the standard for high-quality, actionable information that empowers allocators to make better investment decisions. By simplifying access to critical performance data and providing a comprehensive view of the private fund landscape, we help you stay ahead in a competitive market. As the private market continues to grow, Dakota strives to offer the resources and insights needed to navigate the evolving investment landscape with confidence and clarity.

Count on us as your trusted guide in the world of private funds, turning complexity into clarity and transforming opportunities into success!