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ep8: Alternative Assets: A Conversation with Matt McConnell


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In the concluding instalment of our asset management series, Matt McConnell from Helix joins Limina’s Kristoffer Fürst to delve into the intricacies of system support for alternative investments.

In this episode, Matt explores:

  • Diverse Perspectives on Investment Categorisation: Unveiling different approaches to grouping, categorising, and tracking various investment types, from real estate to art, and close-ended funds such as VC and PE-funds.

  • Front Office vs. Back Office Perspectives: Examining the contrasting needs and expectations of front and back office functions regarding system support for alternative investments.

  • Deciphering Cryptocurrency: Delving into the complexities of defining cryptocurrencies as currencies, assets, or both, and the implications of how systems model them.

  • Evolutionary Trajectory of Portfolio Management Systems: Reflecting on the historical evolution and future trajectory of portfolio management systems, particularly in response to the growing prominence of alternative investments.

  • Tune in to gain invaluable insights into navigating the challenges and opportunities presented by alternative investments in the realm of asset management.

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