Fund Placement Services for Institutional-Quality Investment Managers

At AICO, Fund Placement is more than investor introductions – it’s a precise and strategic process designed to match exceptional investment strategies with the right institutional capital. We work as an extension of our clients' teams to lead and manage the full fundraising effort across Europe.

Our placement services are tailored for asset managers seeking to raise assets across a diverse range of strategies, including hedge funds, private equity, private debt, real assets, and differentiated long-only funds. Whether you're an emerging manager, boutique private fund, or an established platform launching a new product, we provide targeted access to high-quality investors who are actively allocating.

Our Approach to Fund Placement

AICO operates as a trusted placement agent and private capital advisory partner with a sharp focus on alternative investments. Our role is to create alignment between fund managers / GPs and institutional investors such as financial sponsors and LPs, through thoughtful structuring, narrative development, and long-term relationship management.

We guide managers through every phase of the fund placement lifecycle:

• Preparation of compelling marketing materials and data room structuring
  
  

• Investor segmentation and outreach strategy
  
  

• Roadshow coordination and meeting preparation
  
  

• Due diligence support, investor updates, and pipeline reporting
  
  

We pride ourselves on executing placements with integrity, transparency, and a deep understanding of both fund dynamics and allocator expectations. Our experience includes working with new launches, and established funds looking to leverage and extend their existing investor base.

European Reach, Global Perspective

Based in the heart of Europe and with almost three decades of placement experience, AICO has built a robust network across the European allocator landscape. We engage daily with pension funds, private banks, family offices, independent asset managers, fund-of-funds, insurers, consultants, and other qualified investors.

Our placement mandates benefit from:

• A focused and compliant distribution process
  
  

• Real-time insights into investor preferences and allocation cycles
  
  

• A commitment to regulatory best practices (FIDLEG/FIDLEV)
  
  

• A reputation supported by a strong track record and disciplined investor relations approach
  
  

As a trusted intermediary, we combine the focus of a boutique with the reach and professionalism expected of an investment bank.

FAQ: Fund Placement with AICO

What types of funds do you typically place?

We specialize in alternative investment strategies such as hedge funds, private equity, private debt, infrastructure, and differentiated long-only funds. Our focus is on strategies that resonate with institutional investors and LPs.

Are you a regulated placement agent?

Yes. All of our client-facing professionals are registered under Swiss law (FIDLEG/FIDLEV) and listed in the Swiss Register of Client Advisors. We operate in line with high standards of compliance and industry professionalism.

How do you approach investor targeting?

Our process starts with a deep understanding of your strategy, team, and track record. We then build a focused investor map based on allocator segment, geographic relevance, and historical interest in your asset class.

Do you only serve European managers?

No. While our core investor base is European, we work with managers globally who are raising capital from Europe-based LPs.

How do you work with clients?

We form close, collaborative relationships with our clients. As a placement agent, we act as your advocate in the market, bringing institutional-grade discipline, communication, and transparency to every step of the process.