In our first episode in a series of podcasts, looking at the investment and Alternative Funds landscape in the Middle East, we ask ''What are the attractions making the UAE such a magnet for global funds and talent?''. Join us as we chat with our distinguished guest, Muneer Khan, Regional Head - Middle East at Simmons & Simmons, who sheds light on why Dubai and Abu Dhabi are such thriving hubs for fund managers and an attractive destination for global talent. Muneer also shares his predictions on what he believes the future holds for Funds and talent in the region. This 10-minute conversation promises valuable insights into the attractions of the Middle East for fund managers, investors, and any financial institution looking to set up their presence locally in the UAE.

Some investors may that they’ve outgrown their fund administrator, but feel the decision to change to a new fund administrator can be a daunting one.

Evaluate and enhance your investment strategies with timely and accurate investment performance measurement and reporting. In this podcast, SS&C Managing Director Julian Webb discusses how technology and services are helping to meet today’s performance and reporting expectations, such as:

Find out how SS&C can help service your investment performance and reporting.

Provide your clients with a compelling user experience and enhance your reporting activities with today’s digital tools. SS&C Director Mike Kendall outlines how and why, with insights gained from his role as head of client communications solutions. Topics include:

Find out how SS&C Vision FI can help you design, produce and distribute high-quality print and digital client communications at scale.

In part 2 of this series, SS&C’s Johnine Kilgallon continues the conversation with colleagues Colin Haggart and Adrian Beattie, Nicola Cowman (Carne Group) and Arun Neelamkavil (Independent Fund Consultant) about the types of European fund structures available to North American Managers.

This final episode looks at the similarities to structures already familiar to North American Managers and the options of fund domicile and their various nuances that are available in Europe.

Episode one can be found here.

Listen to our podcast with SS&C’s Phil Chu and guests Martin O'Regan, Founder and Managing Director, Solas and Billie-Jo Dixon, Practice Lead, Bovill, as we discuss the genesis of the VCC, where it stands today, and things to consider if you're considering applying for a VCC, and more...

Our panel of experts discuss the European alternative fund landscape and why North American Managers are expanding into this market including addressing current hot topics and ways to establish a presence in Europe. The panel delve into various distribution channels and the parties required to be a success in Europe.

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Mark Elliott, Director of Performance Measurement & Attribution Solutions at SS&C, shares his insights on ways to elevate performance measurement and attribution in this podcast. The 20-year veteran expert discusses our client profile, the common performance measurement challenges they face, and best practices to resolve those challenges.

For more information, visit https://www.ssctech.com/solutions/products-a-to-z/sylvan.

Join our final middle office podcast with Johnine Kilgallon (Managing Director, Business Development) and Eric Reichenberg (Director, Valuations) which looks at Voluntary Corporate Actions.

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Launching a hedge fund involves planning for operations as well as overall strategy. A strong operational setup positions you to get up and running smoothly and ready to start growing. One option to launch quickly is to partner with a front-to-back solution, but how do you choose the right provider for your needs?