Michael Wu Speak at Hedge Fund Startup Forum West Coast 2015

Investment Management Partner Michael Wu spoke at the first Hedge Fund Startup Forum West Coast in San Francisco on November 18. Winston & Strawn sponsored the event. 

Designed with the aid of hedge fund industry veterans, the event provided an in-depth guide to setting up a hedge fund and gaining investment. Attendees:

• Heard the experiences of recent startup funds. Discovered the mistakes they made and the tactics they found successful.
• Learned about the Initial Startup Process, with key tips on setting up and running a business.
• Discovered how regulatory compliance can help gain investment.
• Determined which fee and fund structures are the most efficient. What are investors looking for?
• Heard how to take funds to the next level. Discover how to move from a small startup to an institution.
• Learned how to market funds effectively, approach investors, and put stories forward.
• Heard directly from fund investors on what they look for in a fund. What will make them invest and what will make them run away?