Fundraising in Europe

The essential guide for U.S. alternatives fund managers

Introduction ▸

01 Determining your route to market ▸

02 Marketing to EU investors ▸

03 Selecting a fund domicile ▸

04 Choosing a fund structure ▸

05 Navigating regulation ▸

06 Establishing compliant operations ▸

07 Partnering with an administrator ▸

Over $750bn of U.S. promoted private capital is estimated to be held in Europe’s key financial centers.

However, despite its appeal, Europe remains a highly regulated and complex environment to navigate.

This step-by-step guide, created in collaboration with experts on European fundraising, provides you with everything you need to know about structuring, marketing and managing a fund in Europe, ensuring your European fundraising journey is a smooth and successful one.

What you’ll gain

From understanding your best route to market, to ensuring compliance with key regulation and maintaining operational best practice, this guide equips you with the tools to navigate Europe’s complexities confidently and efficiently.

​​We hope this guide serves as a valuable resource as you expand your presence in Europe.

Enjoy the read and please get in touch with any questions

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Ore Adegbotolu

Head of Commercial, U.S.

+1 484 609 8338

ore.adegbotolu@aztecgroup.us

Ben Middleton

Group Head of Client and Market Development

+44 (0) 203 872 4741

ben.middleton@aztecgroup.co.uk

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Introduction Fundraising in Europe

01 Determining your best route to market

02 Marketing to EU investors

03 Selecting a fund domicile

04 Choosing a fund structure

05 Navigating regulation

06 Establishing compliant operations

07 Partnering with an administrator

01 Route to Market

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