MOI Global: Sal Del Giudice - How to Stand Out in the Hunt for Institutional Capital

February 07, 2025

 

In an exclusive interview with MOI Global’s John Mihaljevic, Sal Del Giudice, a Director in GEM’s Investment Research Group, discusses several key strategies that fund managers can employ to attract institutional capital. Their conversation kicks off with an overview of GEM’s partnership approach with endowments and foundations, emphasizing the significance of long-term relationships and adaptability in varying market conditions. Sal elaborates on GEM’s investment process, which includes thorough due diligence and manager selection based on criteria such as strategy alignment and manager temperament. He then shares insights on what distinguishes great investors from good ones, noting that greatness stems from the ability to focus on quality over time and to offer truly differentiated perspectives on the market. The conversation also covers best communication practices for emerging and seasoned managers, as well as the competitive edge smaller firms possess in inefficient markets. To close, Sal reflects on why aspiring fund managers must have a clear sense of purpose and a unique value proposition to achieve success.

 

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