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"We were constantly fielding investor emails—'Where’s my latest statement?' 'Can I get access to past reports?' 'How do I update my wiring instructions?' It was endless. We were drowning in manual requests instead of focusing on running the firm." That’s what one fund manager told us before switching to Ark’s Investor Portal. Now? Their LPs have 24/7 access to their statements, fund documents, and information in a secure, intuitive portal, saving time and streamlining communications in the process. With custom branding, configurable dashboards, and interactive reports, Ark helps managers deliver an exceptional experience to their investors. ?? See Ark’s Investor Portal in action—book a demo today. https://lnkd.in/dCCQ9_67 #PrivateEquity #FundAdmin #InvestorRelations #VentureCapital #InvestorPortal

The easiest part of adopting back and middle office tech? Signing the contract. The hardest? Everything that comes next. You’re an emerging manager getting ready to raise your second fund, and you've outgrown spreadsheets and email for fund accounting and reporting. You’ve shortlisted a few tech solutions. Now comes the real test:?implementation. And this is where the rubber hits the road. The two biggest variables??Time and cost.?Too many private capital software providers overpromise and underdeliver—dragging out implementations for months, draining internal resources, and burning through project managers like kindling. For emerging managers with less historical data, long, painful setups just?shouldn’t?happen. But with outdated, rigid tech? They do. Here’s a revolutionary idea: ?? No implementation fees ?? Setup in days, not months ?? Consistent support from start to finish If “good” tech is meant to drive efficiency to the back and middle office, why does it take forever to get up and running? It shouldn’t. And it doesn’t have to. Have you gone through a challenging implementation process? What would you do differently? #PrivateEquity #FundManagement #VentureCapital

2024 was a challenging year for emerging venture capital and private equity managers.? Yet, green shoots are appearing with a resurgent IPO/M&A market, interest rates trending downward, and valuations stabilizing. In a recent webinar, Ark CEO Bill Ward, CFO Jeff Welton, Andrea Cohen (Partner at Acceleron Law Group, LLP), and Ben Doran (Co-founder at Passthrough) shared their insights on how emerging fund managers can adapt to the evolving landscape. Key takeaways included: ??Overcoming current fundraising challenges unique to emerging managers ??Leveraging technology to set yourself up for post-close success? ??Meeting investor demands for greater transparency and operational efficiency ??The importance of how you present yourself to new AND existing investors Click the link in the comments to watch the webinar. #VentureCapital #PrivateEquity #EmergingManagers

Despite numerous headlines proclaiming the decline of emerging venture capital (VC) managers, there are reasons to remain optimistic about a potential turnaround for this segment in 2025. While first-time funds have indeed faced significant challenges, managers with solid track records raising their second or third funds may find themselves better positioned as current headwinds shift to tailwinds. Key factors contributing to this potential rebound include: ? Reduced competition: As many smaller VCs exit the market, there will be less competition for deals and LP allocations, ultimately strengthening the position of surviving managers. ?? Operational improvements: Managers aiming to move upstream are enhancing their operations—such as implementing proper accounting and reporting systems—which will better prepare them to secure capital from more discerning institutional investors. ?? Right-sized valuations: LPs recognize that valuations have stabilized, making 2025 an attractive vintage year for investment, which could drive increased allocations. ?? Favorable market conditions: A recovering IPO market and favorable economic trends should lead to renewed distributions to investors, freeing up capital for reinvestment. ?? Retail interest in high-risk, high-return opportunities: The sector’s high-risk/high-reward profile could appeal to retail investors eager to gain exposure to early-stage AI companies. Read the full article by PitchBook.

What advice do you have for emerging managers regarding data hygiene?? ? Emerging managers should be proactive in thinking about the data that they collect as well as how they store and classify that data, starting day one. In a recent webcast, our CEO, Bill Ward?shared how thinking about their data hygiene and tech stack early is crucial to avoid the burden of untangling data down the line. #EmergingManagers #FundServices #DataCollection #DataHygiene Andrea Cohen?of Acceleron Law Group, LLP? Benjamin Doran?of Passthrough

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us here at Ark! We are especially thankful for the trust and collaboration of our clients, partners, and colleagues, and we wish you a day filled with joy and gratitude. ? #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #FamilyTime #Football

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us here at Ark! We are especially thankful for the trust and collaboration of our clients, partners, and colleagues, and we wish you a day filled with joy and gratitude. ? #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #FamilyTime #Football

Join CBIZ, Ark, and AngelList for Cocktails & Conversations on Dec. 10th, 2024! Join us at Moxies in Boston's Seaport to mix and mingle with those in the alternative investment space! Mike Silvia, Trevor Chisholm, and I are exited to have you join us! Register today using the link below. Space is limited so please register early to secure your spot!

Our CFO/COO Jeff Welton and our Business Development Manager Seán McCarthy had a great time connecting with everyone and sharing the Ark platform at the 4th Annual LPGP Connect CFO/COO Private Equity conference?earlier this week.? ? If you weren't able to attend and are interested in hearing about our transparent and secure LP reporting or our comprehensive fund accounting platform tailored for private funds, reach out to us! #PrivateEquity #FundOps #FundAccounting #NewYork #Investing

The 4th Annual?LPGP Connect?CFO/COO Private Equity conference?starts tomorrow in?New York,?and this year’s focus will be on back-office operations. The?Ark?team (Jeff Welton, Seán McCarthy) will be there to connect?with the 150+ industry trendsetters in attendance?and to hear from over 40?influential speakers about the latest in?fund administration, valuations, audits, talent?recruitment and retention, operational?leverage,?the role of tech?innovation?in?fund management, and more. Drop us a line if you will be there! We'd love to connect. #PrivateEquity?#FundOps?#FundAccounting?#NewYork?#Investing?