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Private Funds Summary - September 2026: Fundraising & Transactions News
By: Dakota Research
October 12, 2026
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Private Funds Summary - September 2026: Fundraising & Transactions News
September at a Glance Dakota’s September fundraising news recorded 73 final closes totaling approximately $69.7B, led by ICG’s €12.0B Europe Fund IX. Dakota also tracked 2,186 private capital...
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The Largest Infrastructure ETFs
By: Sammy Wilson, Investment Research Associate
October 9, 2026
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The Largest Infrastructure ETFs
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Three infrastructure ETFs now hold more...
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The Largest Evergreen Funds in Private Markets: Q3 2026
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
October 9, 2026
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The Largest Evergreen Funds in Private Markets: Q3 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Two Blackstone vehicles hold 70% of the capital in the private markets...
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Top 2021 Vintage Early Stage Venture Capital Funds
By: Ryan Sterl, Investment Research Associate
October 9, 2026
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Top 2021 Vintage Early Stage Venture Capital Funds
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Dakota Private Markets tracks performance on over 16,000+ funds across...
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Top 10 Late-Stage Consumer DTC Rounds in the AI Discovery Era
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
October 8, 2026
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Top 10 Late-Stage Consumer DTC Rounds in the AI Discovery Era
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Dakota Marketplace recorded 2,085 disclosed...
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Do Smaller Buyout Funds Outperform Larger Ones?
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
October 8, 2026
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Do Smaller Buyout Funds Outperform Larger Ones?
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access At the median, yes. Across 2010 to 2020 vintage buyout funds in Dakota...
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Top Family Offices in Qatar: 2026 Guide
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
October 8, 2026
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Top Family Offices in Qatar: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Qatar's family office market is...
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Top Job Changes: September 2026
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
October 8, 2026
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Top Job Changes: September 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Investment professionals change roles at a...
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How to Find Buffer ETF Holders Using 13F Data
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
October 8, 2026
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How to Find Buffer ETF Holders Using 13F Data
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo For a team selling a buffer ETF, the most...
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RIA M&A and Investments Roundup: September 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Consolidation in the RIA space accelerated...
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Where to Find ETF Holdings Data: Free vs. Paid Sources
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
October 8, 2026
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Where to Find ETF Holdings Data: Free vs. Paid Sources
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Every ETF that relies on the SEC's Rule...
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The £211bn uk charity market: how to win assets
UK charities hold roughly £211bn (~$282bn) in investable assets across 1,600+ Dakota-tracked accounts, and half of it sits with the top 20 holders. Most of that capital is reached through a handful...
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The Largest Private Credit Funds and How They've Performed
By: Sammy Wilson, Investment Research Associate
October 7, 2026
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The Largest Private Credit Funds and How They've Performed
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Dakota Private Markets tracks performance on over 16,000+ funds across...
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How Private Fund Benchmarks Are Actually Built (And Where They Go Wrong)
By: Chris LeRoy, Director of Investment Research
October 7, 2026
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How Private Fund Benchmarks Are Actually Built (And Where They Go Wrong)
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Every quartile table starts as a pile of individual fund records. Dakota...
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How to Raise Capital Outside the US: 10 Rules for Every Market
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
October 7, 2026
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How to Raise Capital Outside the US: 10 Rules for Every Market
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Raising capital outside the US looks simple...
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Global LP, GP, and Private Company Data: What Complete Coverage Actually Looks Like
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
October 7, 2026
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Global LP, GP, and Private Company Data: What Complete Coverage Actually Looks Like
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo At Dakota's Data Summit in Philadelphia,...
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Top 10 Sovereign Wealth Funds in Asia-Pacific: 2026 Guide
By: James Goodman, Head of International
October 7, 2026
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Top 10 Sovereign Wealth Funds in Asia-Pacific: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Temasek's portfolio reached S$518 billion...
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Top 10 Private Equity Firms in Sydney: 2026 Guide
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
October 7, 2026
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Top 10 Private Equity Firms in Sydney: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access 1. Anchorage Capital Partners Overview: With $13.8 billion in assets...
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Top 10 Family Offices in South Korea: 2026 Guide
By: James Goodman, Head of International
October 7, 2026
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Top 10 Family Offices in South Korea: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo The largest family offices in South Korea...
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How to Set Up Report Subscriptions and Scheduled PDFs in Dakota Marketplace
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
October 7, 2026
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How to Set Up Report Subscriptions and Scheduled PDFs in Dakota Marketplace
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Fundraising and raising capital is hard....
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Top Public Plan Commitments in September 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Public pension commitment activity tracked...
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Does Fund Size Affect Private Equity Performance?
By: Chris LeRoy, Director of Investment Research
October 6, 2026
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Does Fund Size Affect Private Equity Performance?
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access In Dakota Private Markets, the median US lower middle market buyout fund...
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Where to Find TVPI Data for Private Equity Funds
By: Alex deMarco, Investment Research Analyst
October 6, 2026
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Where to Find TVPI Data for Private Equity Funds
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access A fundraiser is two days out from an LP meeting and needs to know where...
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How Dakota Travels NYC: Client-Ready Places to Stay, Meet, and Eat
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
October 6, 2026
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How Dakota Travels NYC: Client-Ready Places to Stay, Meet, and Eat
Data sourced from Dakota Recommends, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Buy it Here Business travel leaves little room for...
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Who Picks the Sub-Advisor? Mapping the Decision-Makers Behind Europe's UCITS Platforms
By: James Goodman, Head of International
October 6, 2026
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Who Picks the Sub-Advisor? Mapping the Decision-Makers Behind Europe's UCITS Platforms
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo At a European UCITS platform, the...
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Top 10 Family Offices in Australia: 2026 Guide
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
October 6, 2026
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Top 10 Family Offices in Australia: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Australia's family office market...
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The Top Investment RFPs Announced in September 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Six US public pension systems disclosed...
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How to Build a Fundraising Territory Plan Around Wirehouse Advisor Teams
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
October 6, 2026
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How to Build a Fundraising Territory Plan Around Wirehouse Advisor Teams
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Selling into the financial advisor channel...
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The Largest Venture Capital Funds and Performance vs Small Venture Capital Funds
By: Alex deMarco, Investment Research Analyst
October 5, 2026
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The Largest Venture Capital Funds and Performance vs Small Venture Capital Funds
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access The fundraising environment in venture capital continues to concentrate...
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EliseAI Raises $350 Million at $4 Billion Valuation, Signaling That Vertical AI Has Arrived in Housing and Healthcare
By: Sammy Wilson, Investment Research Associate
October 5, 2026
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EliseAI Raises $350 Million at $4 Billion Valuation, Signaling That Vertical AI Has Arrived in Housing and Healthcare
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access EliseAI has closed a $350 million funding round at a $4 billion...
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Best Practices for Creating Private Fund Performance Benchmarks
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
October 5, 2026
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Best Practices for Creating Private Fund Performance Benchmarks
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access In Dakota's US private equity data, the top-quartile net IRR threshold...
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What We Learned Today Using Claude With Data Connected from Dakota Marketplace: September 28 - October 1, 2026
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
October 5, 2026
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What We Learned Today Using Claude With Data Connected from Dakota Marketplace: September 28 - October 1, 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT can now...
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Top 10 Sovereign Wealth Funds in Saudi Arabia: 2026 Guide
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
October 5, 2026
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Top 10 Sovereign Wealth Funds in Saudi Arabia: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund...
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September 2026 Financial Advisor Moves: Who Changed Firms This Month?
By: Dakota
October 5, 2026
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September 2026 Financial Advisor Moves: Who Changed Firms This Month?
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo The Midwest led September advisor...
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Top 10 New Form D Filings (September 28 - October 1)
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
October 5, 2026
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Top 10 New Form D Filings (September 28 - October 1)
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Each week, we review the latest Form D...
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How European Institutional Fundraising Differs From the US: 2026 Guide
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
October 5, 2026
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How European Institutional Fundraising Differs From the US: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo US fund managers raising capital in Europe...
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How to Use Job Change Tracking to Get Back in Touch With Allocators
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
October 5, 2026
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How to Use Job Change Tracking to Get Back in Touch With Allocators
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Fundraising and raising capital is hard....
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The Top 10 Fixed Income ETFs Held by RIAs
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
October 5, 2026
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The Top 10 Fixed Income ETFs Held by RIAs
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Every quarter, institutional investment...
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What's New in Dakota Marketplace: Key Product Updates and Features Added in September 2026
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
October 5, 2026
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What's New in Dakota Marketplace: Key Product Updates and Features Added in September 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Fundraising and raising capital is hard....
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Fund Launches and LP/GP Moves: Week of Sept 28, 2026
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
October 2, 2026
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Fund Launches and LP/GP Moves: Week of Sept 28, 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Valor Equity Partners Files for First Dedicated National Security Fund...
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Where the Allocators Will Be: Key Events, October 2026 to June 2027
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
October 2, 2026
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Where the Allocators Will Be: Key Events, October 2026 to June 2027
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Dakota Marketplace's conference database...
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Top 10 Companies Likely to Transact (September 28 - October 1)
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
October 2, 2026
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Top 10 Companies Likely to Transact (September 28 - October 1)
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Tracking when private companies are nearing a sale, recap, or financing...
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Where to Find Private Equity Fund Performance Data
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
October 2, 2026
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Where to Find Private Equity Fund Performance Data
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Private equity funds do not publish their returns the way public funds...
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The Top 10 US Large Cap ETFs Held by RIAs
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
October 2, 2026
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The Top 10 US Large Cap ETFs Held by RIAs
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Every quarter, institutional investment...
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Who Owns Covered Call ETFs? The Top 10 Holders in 2026
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
October 2, 2026
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Who Owns Covered Call ETFs? The Top 10 Holders in 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo LPL holds $424.1 million in covered call...
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How to Save Filtered Lists Across Your CRM Integration With My Lists
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
October 2, 2026
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How to Save Filtered Lists Across Your CRM Integration With My Lists
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Fundraising and raising capital is hard....
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2017 Vintage Large Buyout Private Equity Funds
By: Ryan Sterl, Investment Research Associate
October 2, 2026
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2017 Vintage Large Buyout Private Equity Funds
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Dakota Private Markets tracks performance on over 16,000+ funds across...
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The 10 Largest Buyout Funds, Ranked by Performance: 2026 Insights
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
October 1, 2026
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The 10 Largest Buyout Funds, Ranked by Performance: 2026 Insights
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Only one of the 10 largest buyout funds in Dakota Private Markets ranks...
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The 10 Most Widely Held ETFs Among RIAs
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
October 1, 2026
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The 10 Most Widely Held ETFs Among RIAs
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Every quarter, institutional investment...
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How Long Does It Take Private Equity Funds to Reach DPI of 1.0x?
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
October 1, 2026
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How Long Does It Take Private Equity Funds to Reach DPI of 1.0x?
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access The median private equity fund takes about a decade to return the...
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How Dakota Travels Washington, D.C.: Client-Ready Places to Stay, Meet, and Eat
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
October 1, 2026
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How Dakota Travels Washington, D.C.: Client-Ready Places to Stay, Meet, and Eat
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Business travel leaves little room for...
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How RIAs Use ETFs
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Dakota Marketplace tracks 167,900+ ETF...
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Why Most Private Market Benchmarks Fall Short
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
October 1, 2026
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Why Most Private Market Benchmarks Fall Short
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Most of the conversation about private market benchmarks is about...
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BDC Ownership by RIAs: Which Private Credit Vehicles Advisors Hold Most
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 30, 2026
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BDC Ownership by RIAs: Which Private Credit Vehicles Advisors Hold Most
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo A wealth advisor's client wants private...
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The 5 Steps for Private Fund Due Diligence
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 30, 2026
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The 5 Steps for Private Fund Due Diligence
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Due diligence, the necessary evil of private fund investing. It's the...
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How Allocators Use Dakota's Performance Data During Manager Due Diligence
By: Chris LeRoy, Director of Investment Research
September 30, 2026
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How Allocators Use Dakota's Performance Data During Manager Due Diligence
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access A GP's pitch deck shows a clean net IRR and a top quartile TVPI, and the...
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What LGPS Funds Are Buying in 2026: Appointments, Terminations, and Live Searches
By: James Goodman, Head of International
September 30, 2026
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What LGPS Funds Are Buying in 2026: Appointments, Terminations, and Live Searches
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo LGPS manager activity in 2026 is running at...
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How to Use 13F and ETF Data to Prospect Based on Real Holdings
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 30, 2026
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How to Use 13F and ETF Data to Prospect Based on Real Holdings
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Fundraising and raising capital is hard....
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Top 10 Private Equity Firms in Frankfurt: 2026 Guide
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 30, 2026
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Top 10 Private Equity Firms in Frankfurt: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Frankfurt is not just Germany's financial capital and home to the...
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Top 10 Private Equity Firms in San Francisco: 2026 Guide
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 30, 2026
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Top 10 Private Equity Firms in San Francisco: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access San Francisco stands out as one of the most compelling markets for...
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Top 10 Transactions (September 14 - 25)
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 29, 2026
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Top 10 Transactions (September 14 - 25)
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access The private company data space is vast, fragmented, and often...
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How to Read a Private Fund Quarterly Report: What Allocators Look For
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 29, 2026
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How to Read a Private Fund Quarterly Report: What Allocators Look For
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Quarterly reports from private fund managers arrive regularly, but...
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5 Questions GPs Always Ask About Dakota's API and MCP (Answered)
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 29, 2026
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5 Questions GPs Always Ask About Dakota's API and MCP (Answered)
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Why These Questions Keep Coming Up Dakota...
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How Dakota Verifies Performance Data Before It Ever Reaches a Client
By: Sammy Wilson, Investment Research Associate
September 29, 2026
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How Dakota Verifies Performance Data Before It Ever Reaches a Client
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access A percentile ranking is only as reliable as the records underneath it....
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Which RIAs Own the Most Private Credit ETFs?
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 29, 2026
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Which RIAs Own the Most Private Credit ETFs?
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Gradient Investments holds $26.2 million in...
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10 Things You Didn't Know the Dakota Salesforce App Could Do
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 29, 2026
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10 Things You Didn't Know the Dakota Salesforce App Could Do
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace for Salesforce, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Most firms that use our Marketplace for...
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Top 10 Family Offices in Denmark: 2026 Guide
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 29, 2026
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Top 10 Family Offices in Denmark: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Denmark's family office market concentrates...
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Vintage Year Performance: Why It Matters More Than the Fund's Name
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 28, 2026
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Vintage Year Performance: Why It Matters More Than the Fund's Name
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access When allocators evaluate private funds, brand gets most of the...
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Private Credit Benchmarks Look Steadier Than Private Equity's. That's Exactly Why They're Easy to Misread.
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 28, 2026
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Private Credit Benchmarks Look Steadier Than Private Equity's. That's Exactly Why They're Easy to Misread.
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access The dispersion is narrower and the distributions are faster, but the...
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2026 Public Pension Fee Report: Trends in PE, Credit, and Infrastructure
By: Alex deMarco, Investment Research Analyst
September 28, 2026
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2026 Public Pension Fee Report: Trends in PE, Credit, and Infrastructure
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access A trustee asks the consultant a simple question at the quarterly...
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What We Learned Today Using Claude With Data Connected from Dakota Marketplace: September 21 - 25, 2026
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 28, 2026
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What We Learned Today Using Claude With Data Connected from Dakota Marketplace: September 21 - 25, 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT can now...
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10 Takeaways from The Dakota Way Sales Coaching
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 28, 2026
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10 Takeaways from The Dakota Way Sales Coaching
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo New fundraisers get 18 months to prove...
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Audax Private Equity Sells GCG to Rexel
By: Sammy Wilson, Investment Research Associate
September 28, 2026
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Audax Private Equity Sells GCG to Rexel
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Seven realizations announced or closed in a single calendar year is not...
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How to Build Custom Prospecting Reports Without Filters Using Dakota Joe
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 28, 2026
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How to Build Custom Prospecting Reports Without Filters Using Dakota Joe
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Fundraising and raising capital is hard....
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Top 10 New Form D Filings (September 21 - 25)
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 28, 2026
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Top 10 New Form D Filings (September 21 - 25)
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Each week, we review the latest Form D...
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Why Public Pension Funds Are Under Pressure to Cut Investment Fees
By: James Goodman, Head of International
September 28, 2026
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Why Public Pension Funds Are Under Pressure to Cut Investment Fees
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access A CIO stands in front of a pension board that just posted a funded ratio...
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Top 2019 Vintage Corporate Lending Private Credit Funds
By: Ryan Sterl, Investment Research Associate
September 25, 2026
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Top 2019 Vintage Corporate Lending Private Credit Funds
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Dakota Private Markets tracks performance on over 16,000+ funds across...
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Top 10 Private Equity Firms in Washington, DC: 2026 Guide
By: Chris LeRoy, Director of Investment Research
September 25, 2026
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Top 10 Private Equity Firms in Washington, DC: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Washington, D.C. is not just the political capital of the United States,...
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Top 10 Companies Likely to Transact (September 21 - 25)
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 25, 2026
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Top 10 Companies Likely to Transact (September 21 - 25)
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Tracking when private companies are nearing a sale, recap, or financing...
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How the Nearby Accounts Feature on the Marketpace for Salesforce App Helps You Plan Smarter Territory Visits
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 25, 2026
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How the Nearby Accounts Feature on the Marketpace for Salesforce App Helps You Plan Smarter Territory Visits
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace for Salesforce, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Let’s say you have a meeting booked in...
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Dakota's MCP Connector: Access to Marketplace Data in Claude, ChatGPT, or Copilot
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 25, 2026
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Dakota's MCP Connector: Access to Marketplace Data in Claude, ChatGPT, or Copilot
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo For fundraisers, sales teams, and investor...
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Strategy-Level vs. Asset-Class-Level Benchmarks: Choosing the Right Comparison
By: Alex deMarco, Investment Research Analyst
September 25, 2026
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Strategy-Level vs. Asset-Class-Level Benchmarks: Choosing the Right Comparison
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access A GP raising a $400 million lower-middle-market buyout fund sends a deck...
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Defense ETF Ownership
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 25, 2026
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Defense ETF Ownership
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Defense and aerospace ETFs have drawn...
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How to Find Newly Launched Private Funds Using Form D Data
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 25, 2026
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How to Find Newly Launched Private Funds Using Form D Data
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Fundraising and raising capital is hard....
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RIA M&A Review 2026: Deal Trends, Top Acquirers, and H2 Outlook
By: Dakota Insights
September 25, 2026
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RIA M&A Review 2026: Deal Trends, Top Acquirers, and H2 Outlook
Hosts Chris LeRoy and Alex deMarco break down Dakota Marketplace's first-half 2026 RIA M&A data, finding a market running at a steady, elevated clip: 205 announced US transactions through June 30,...
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The Dakota Way Sales Coaching: September 24, 2026
By: Gui Costin, Founder, CEO
September 24, 2026
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The Dakota Way Sales Coaching: September 24, 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Hosted by Gui Costin, Founder & CEO, Dakota...
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What Is Data Governance in Asset Management (and Why It's the Real AI Accelerant)
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 24, 2026
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What Is Data Governance in Asset Management (and Why It's the Real AI Accelerant)
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo One asset manager audited its CRM and found...
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Private Real Estate Fund Performance Benchmarks: 2026 Data
By: Sammy Wilson, Investment Research Associate
September 24, 2026
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Private Real Estate Fund Performance Benchmarks: 2026 Data
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access The 2021 vintage of private real estate funds carries a 1.10x median...
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Uranium and Nuclear Energy ETF Ownership Trends
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 24, 2026
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Uranium and Nuclear Energy ETF Ownership Trends
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Uranium ETFs pulled in roughly $834 million...
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Top Family Offices Making Direct Investments: August 2026
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 24, 2026
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Top Family Offices Making Direct Investments: August 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Family office direct investment activity is...
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Who Manages UK Charity Money? The 2026 Manager League Table
By: James Goodman, Head of International
September 24, 2026
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Who Manages UK Charity Money? The 2026 Manager League Table
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo The UK charity investment managers with the...
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Top 10 Family Offices in Spain: 2026 Guide
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 24, 2026
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Top 10 Family Offices in Spain: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Spain's family office market concentrates...
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The Top 10 Private Equity Firms in Charlotte: 2026 Guide
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 23, 2026
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The Top 10 Private Equity Firms in Charlotte: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Charlotte has grown into one of the Southeast's most active private...
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How Allocators Use Track Record Data When Evaluating Emerging Managers
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 23, 2026
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How Allocators Use Track Record Data When Evaluating Emerging Managers
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Emerging managers occupy a unique and often misunderstood corner of...
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Top 10 Public Pension Commitments in Q2 2026
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 23, 2026
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Top 10 Public Pension Commitments in Q2 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Public pension systems committed $78.1...
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How Fee Structures Differ Across Private Equity, Credit, Real Estate, and Infrastructure
By: Alex deMarco, Investment Research Analyst
September 23, 2026
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How Fee Structures Differ Across Private Equity, Credit, Real Estate, and Infrastructure
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Every private market vehicle, whatever the strategy, prices itself with...
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Top 10 Sectors Family Offices Invest In: August 2026
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 23, 2026
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Top 10 Sectors Family Offices Invest In: August 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Family office direct investment activity...
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Top 10 Private Equity Firms in Dubai: 2026 Guide
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 23, 2026
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Top 10 Private Equity Firms in Dubai: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Dubai has emerged as a leading global hub for private equity due to its...
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Top 10 New RIAs Added to Dakota Marketplace: August 2026
By: Sammy Wilson, Investment Research Associate
September 23, 2026
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Top 10 New RIAs Added to Dakota Marketplace: August 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo We are pleased to present the Monthly...
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How to Find Pacing Searches Before They Go Public
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 23, 2026
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How to Find Pacing Searches Before They Go Public
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Fundraising and raising capital is hard....
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Sample Size and Benchmark Reliability: How Many Funds Is Enough?
By: Sammy Wilson, Investment Research Associate
September 22, 2026
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Sample Size and Benchmark Reliability: How Many Funds Is Enough?
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Most benchmark slides quote a fund count as if a bigger number...
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Top 5 RIA Platforms Reportedly Exploring a Sale in 2026
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 22, 2026
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Top 5 RIA Platforms Reportedly Exploring a Sale in 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo The largest platforms in the RIA space are...
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Infrastructure Fund Performance by Vintage Year: 2026 Benchmarks
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 22, 2026
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Infrastructure Fund Performance by Vintage Year: 2026 Benchmarks
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Dakota Private Markets tracks performance on hundreds of private...
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The Five Data Points Every LP Should Pull Before a First Meeting With a GP
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 22, 2026
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The Five Data Points Every LP Should Pull Before a First Meeting With a GP
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access The first meeting with a GP sets the tone for everything that follows....
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What Happens to Your Data When You Connect a Third-Party Tool to Outlook
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 22, 2026
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What Happens to Your Data When You Connect a Third-Party Tool to Outlook
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Connecting a tool to your work email raises...
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Sovereign Wealth Funds and Family Offices: Where the Two Overlap
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 22, 2026
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Sovereign Wealth Funds and Family Offices: Where the Two Overlap
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Sovereign wealth funds now manage $15.1...
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Top FAQs About Linking and Syncing in Dakota Marketplace
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 22, 2026
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Top FAQs About Linking and Syncing in Dakota Marketplace
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace for Salesforce, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Connecting your CRM to Dakota Marketplace...
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Top 10 Family Offices in Netherlands: 2026 Guide
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 22, 2026
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Top 10 Family Offices in Netherlands: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo The Netherlands' family office market...
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Dakota Marketplace for Salesforce Webinar: CRM Integration Recap
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 22, 2026
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Dakota Marketplace for Salesforce Webinar: CRM Integration Recap
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace for Salesforce, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Watch The Replay | Post-Call Notes...
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Dakota Marketplace for DealCloud Webinar: CRM Integration Recap
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 22, 2026
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Dakota Marketplace for DealCloud Webinar: CRM Integration Recap
Data sourced from Dakota 's DealCloud CRM Integration with Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Watch The Replay |...
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Dakota Marketplace for HubSpot Webinar: CRM Integration Recap
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 22, 2026
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Dakota Marketplace for HubSpot Webinar: CRM Integration Recap
Data sourced from Dakota 's HubSpot CRM Integration with Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Watch The Replay |...
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Top 10 Investors in Saudi Arabia: 2026 Guide
By: James Goodman, Head of International
September 21, 2026
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Top 10 Investors in Saudi Arabia: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo The top investors in Saudi Arabia for fund...
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Top Evergreen Fund Databases for 2026
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 21, 2026
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Top Evergreen Fund Databases for 2026
Database referenced is Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Sourcing reliable data on evergreen funds is harder than ever. With...
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Peer Group Construction: Why Your Benchmark Might Be Comparing Apples to Oranges
By: Alex deMarco, Investment Research Analyst
September 21, 2026
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Peer Group Construction: Why Your Benchmark Might Be Comparing Apples to Oranges
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access The Shift A fund can be top-quartile in one benchmark and...
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What We Learned Today Using Claude With Data Connected from Dakota Marketplace: August 31 - September 14 - 18, 2026
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 21, 2026
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What We Learned Today Using Claude With Data Connected from Dakota Marketplace: August 31 - September 14 - 18, 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT can now...
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Top Databases for Raising Capital from UK Charities: 2026 Guide
By: James Goodman, Head of International
September 21, 2026
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Top Databases for Raising Capital from UK Charities: 2026 Guide
Database referenced is Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo There are 171,539 registered charities...
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Brookfield's $2.8B Take-Private of Reliance Worldwide
By: Sammy Wilson, Investment Research Associate
September 21, 2026
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Brookfield's $2.8B Take-Private of Reliance Worldwide
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Brookfield's $2.8B Take-Private of Reliance Worldwide: What the Deal...
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Dakota Recommends: Where to Stay, Meet, and Eat in Chicago
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 21, 2026
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Dakota Recommends: Where to Stay, Meet, and Eat in Chicago
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Buy it Here Business travel leaves little room for...
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How to Query Dakota Marketplace Data Directly Inside Claude, ChatGPT, and Copilot
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 21, 2026
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How to Query Dakota Marketplace Data Directly Inside Claude, ChatGPT, and Copilot
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Fundraising and raising capital is hard....
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Top 10 New Form D Filings (September 14 - 18)
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 21, 2026
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Top 10 New Form D Filings (September 14 - 18)
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Each week, we review the latest Form D...
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10 Takeaways on Cold Outreach and CRM Discipline for Emerging Managers
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 21, 2026
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10 Takeaways on Cold Outreach and CRM Discipline for Emerging Managers
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo In Episode 47 of the Emerging Manager...
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August 2026 Law Firm League Table
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 21, 2026
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August 2026 Law Firm League Table
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Private markets legal advisory activity pulled back sharply in August...
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August 2026 Investment Bank League Table
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 21, 2026
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August 2026 Investment Bank League Table
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Private markets advisory activity pulled back sharply at the top of the...
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DPI vs. RVPI: How Allocators Actually Read a Fund's Track Record
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 18, 2026
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DPI vs. RVPI: How Allocators Actually Read a Fund's Track Record
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Walk into any LP meeting and someone will mention a fund's "multiple."...
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Top 10 Companies Likely to Transact (September 14 - 18)
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 18, 2026
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Top 10 Companies Likely to Transact (September 14 - 18)
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Tracking when private companies are nearing a sale, recap, or financing...
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Top 5 Private Equity Sponsors Fueling RIA Consolidation in Q2 2026
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 18, 2026
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Top 5 Private Equity Sponsors Fueling RIA Consolidation in Q2 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Roughly 70% to 75% of Q2 2026's wealth...
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Management Fees vs. Carried Interest: What Public Pension Disclosures Actually Show
By: Sammy Wilson, Investment Research Associate
September 18, 2026
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Management Fees vs. Carried Interest: What Public Pension Disclosures Actually Show
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Maryland's state pension system reported...
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Venture Capital Fund Performance by Vintage Year: 2026 Benchmarks
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 18, 2026
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Venture Capital Fund Performance by Vintage Year: 2026 Benchmarks
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Dakota Private Markets tracks performance on over 16,000 funds across...
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Top 10 Things for Hosting an Event
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 18, 2026
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Top 10 Things for Hosting an Event
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Dakota has run more than 30 events a year...
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Active ETF Ownership Trends
By: Chris LeRoy, Director of Investment Research
September 18, 2026
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Active ETF Ownership Trends
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Active ETFs are attracting more assets as...
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Top 10 Information Technology Transactions: August 2026
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 18, 2026
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Top 10 Information Technology Transactions: August 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access For deal sourcers, staying current on private company activity is...
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The Power of the Weekly Check-In: Keeping Your Partners in the Loop
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 18, 2026
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The Power of the Weekly Check-In: Keeping Your Partners in the Loop
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo If you’re in investment sales, you know...
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How to Find and Verify Family Office Coverage in Dakota Marketplace
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 18, 2026
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How to Find and Verify Family Office Coverage in Dakota Marketplace
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Fundraising and raising capital is hard....
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Top 10 Material Transactions: August 2026
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 18, 2026
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Top 10 Material Transactions: August 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access For deal sourcers, staying current on private company activity is...
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Top 10 Consumer Staple Transactions: August 2026
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 18, 2026
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Top 10 Consumer Staple Transactions: August 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access For deal sourcers, staying current on private company activity is...
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5 Roadblocks Stopping Your Firm From Hosting Its First Event
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 17, 2026
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5 Roadblocks Stopping Your Firm From Hosting Its First Event
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Dakota now runs more than 30 events a year....
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What Is an Evergreen Fund? Definition, Structure, and Why Benchmarking Is So Difficult
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 17, 2026
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What Is an Evergreen Fund? Definition, Structure, and Why Benchmarking Is So Difficult
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Across private equity, private credit, real estate, and hybrid...
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Dividend ETF Ownership Trends
By: Alex deMarco, Investment Research Analyst
September 17, 2026
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Dividend ETF Ownership Trends
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Dividend-focused ETFs pulled in $34.25...
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Top 10 Largest LGPS Funds in the UK: 2026 Guide
By: James Goodman, Head of International
September 17, 2026
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Top 10 Largest LGPS Funds in the UK: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo The largest LGPS funds in 2026 are the...
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Top 10 Family Offices in Norway: 2026 Guide
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 17, 2026
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Top 10 Family Offices in Norway: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Norway's family office market concentrates...
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Top 10 Real Estate Transactions: August 2026
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 17, 2026
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Top 10 Real Estate Transactions: August 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access For deal sourcers, staying current on private company activity is...
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Top 10 Industrial Transactions: August 2026
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 17, 2026
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Top 10 Industrial Transactions: August 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access For deal sourcers, staying current on private company activity is...
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Fund-Level vs. Firm-Level Performance: Two Numbers That Get Conflated Constantly
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 17, 2026
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Fund-Level vs. Firm-Level Performance: Two Numbers That Get Conflated Constantly
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access A manager pitches a 28% net IRR. An allocator asks which fund. The...
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What Public Pension Fee Disclosure Actually Looks Like: A Plan-by-Plan Guide
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 17, 2026
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What Public Pension Fee Disclosure Actually Looks Like: A Plan-by-Plan Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Public pension funds collectively manage more than $2.3 trillion in...
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Dakota Marketplace Product Roadmap Webinar: Q3 2026 Recap
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 16, 2026
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Dakota Marketplace Product Roadmap Webinar: Q3 2026 Recap
Database referenced is Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Watch The Replay | Post-Call Notes...
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IRR in Private Equity: What It Is, How It's Calculated, and Why Allocators Are Skeptical
By: Dakota Insights
September 16, 2026
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IRR in Private Equity: What It Is, How It's Calculated, and Why Allocators Are Skeptical
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access IRR is one of the most commonly cited numbers in private equity, and one...
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How Many People Should Be at Your Next Client Event? A Headcount Benchmark by Market Size
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 16, 2026
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How Many People Should Be at Your Next Client Event? A Headcount Benchmark by Market Size
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo There's No Universal Right Number Across...
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Top 5 Public Pension Allocator Moves in Q2 2026
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 16, 2026
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Top 5 Public Pension Allocator Moves in Q2 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Public pensions committed $78.1 billion to...
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Private Credit vs. Private Equity Performance: Which Delivers Better Returns?
By: Chris LeRoy, Director of Investment Research
September 16, 2026
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Private Credit vs. Private Equity Performance: Which Delivers Better Returns?
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Private equity delivered the higher median...
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How Dakota Travels Boston: Client-Ready Places to Stay, Meet, and Eat
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 16, 2026
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How Dakota Travels Boston: Client-Ready Places to Stay, Meet, and Eat
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Buy it Here Business travel leaves little room for...
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Top Sovereign Wealth Funds: 2026 Guide
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 16, 2026
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Top Sovereign Wealth Funds: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Sovereign wealth funds are no longer...
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Top 10 Private Equity Firms in Stockholm: 2026 Guide
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 16, 2026
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Top 10 Private Equity Firms in Stockholm: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access The data behind this guide comes from Dakota Marketplace, the global...
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How to Route Dakota's News Feed Directly Into Your Own Systems
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 16, 2026
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How to Route Dakota's News Feed Directly Into Your Own Systems
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Fundraising and raising capital is hard....
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Top Job Changes: August 2026
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 16, 2026
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Top Job Changes: August 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Investment professionals change roles at a...
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Top 10 Financial Transactions: August 2026
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 16, 2026
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Top 10 Financial Transactions: August 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access For deal sourcers, staying current on private company activity is...
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Top 10 Utility Transactions: August 2026
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 16, 2026
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Top 10 Utility Transactions: August 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access For deal sourcers, staying current on private company activity is...
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The Emerging Manager Growth Show Episode #47
By: Gui Costin, Founder, CEO
September 15, 2026
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The Emerging Manager Growth Show Episode #47
Every Email Is a Marketing Email: The Cold Outreach Playbook for Emerging Managers Hosted by Gui Costin, Founder & CEO, Dakota and Tim Dolan, Vice President, Institutional Sales, Dakota Watch on...
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Top 10 Transactions (August 31 - September 11)
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 15, 2026
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Top 10 Transactions (August 31 - September 11)
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access The private company data space is vast, fragmented, and often...
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Top Three Forces Driving Demand for Evergreen Fund Benchmarks
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 15, 2026
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Top Three Forces Driving Demand for Evergreen Fund Benchmarks
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access If your team is trying to benchmark an evergreen fund right now, you...
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Top 5 Private Equity Trends From Public Pensions in Q2 2026
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 15, 2026
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Top 5 Private Equity Trends From Public Pensions in Q2 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Private equity pulled in $27.6 billion from...
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Top 10 Most Active RIA Consolidation Platforms in Q2 2026
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 15, 2026
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Top 10 Most Active RIA Consolidation Platforms in Q2 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Dakota tracked 103 announced US wealth...
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Link vs. Create: How Dakota's CRM Integration Keeps Your Data Clean
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 15, 2026
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Link vs. Create: How Dakota's CRM Integration Keeps Your Data Clean
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace for Salesforce, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo When investment firms first connect...
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Where the Capital Is Actually Going: Secondaries and GP Stakes
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 15, 2026
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Where the Capital Is Actually Going: Secondaries and GP Stakes
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo The Shift The US venture secondary market...
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Top 3 Best Practices for Entering Performance Data
By: Sammy Wilson, Investment Research Associate
September 15, 2026
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Top 3 Best Practices for Entering Performance Data
Allocators increasingly screen and shortlist managers through the databases and platforms they already use, often well before a first meeting gets scheduled. A track record that lives only in a pitch...
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Top 10 Family Offices in Italy: 2026 Guide
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 15, 2026
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Top 10 Family Offices in Italy: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Italy's family office market concentrates...
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Top 10 Consumer Discretionary Transactions: August 2026
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 15, 2026
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Top 10 Consumer Discretionary Transactions: August 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access For deal sourcers, staying current on private company activity is...
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Top Communication Services Transactions: August 2026
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 15, 2026
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Top Communication Services Transactions: August 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access For deal sourcers, staying current on private company activity is...
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Top Continuation Vehicles Added to Dakota Marketplace: August 2026
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 14, 2026
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Top Continuation Vehicles Added to Dakota Marketplace: August 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Continuation vehicles have become one of...
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The Private Fund Multiples Benchmark: TVPI, DPI, and the RVPI Nobody Publishes
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 14, 2026
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The Private Fund Multiples Benchmark: TVPI, DPI, and the RVPI Nobody Publishes
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access The median private equity fund carries a TVPI of 1.53x. The median...
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What We Learned Today Using Claude With Data Connected from Dakota Marketplace: August 31 - September 7 - 11, 2026
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 14, 2026
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What We Learned Today Using Claude With Data Connected from Dakota Marketplace: August 31 - September 7 - 11, 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT can now...
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Eli Lilly Completes Acquisition of AtaiBeckley for Up to $3.8 Billion
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 14, 2026
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Eli Lilly Completes Acquisition of AtaiBeckley for Up to $3.8 Billion
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Eli Lilly has closed its acquisition of AtaiBeckley, a clinical-stage...
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How Dakota Travels San Francisco: Client-Ready Places to Stay, Meet, and Eat
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 14, 2026
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How Dakota Travels San Francisco: Client-Ready Places to Stay, Meet, and Eat
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Buy it Here Business travel leaves little room for...
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How to Find and Filter Performance-Based Fee Data in Dakota Marketplace
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 14, 2026
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How to Find and Filter Performance-Based Fee Data in Dakota Marketplace
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Fundraising and raising capital is hard....
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Top 10 New Form D Filings (September 7 - 11)
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 14, 2026
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Top 10 New Form D Filings (September 7 - 11)
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Each week, we review the latest Form D...
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Top 10 Energy Transactions: August 2026
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 14, 2026
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Top 10 Energy Transactions: August 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request AccessTop 10 Energy Transactions: August 2026 For deal sourcers, staying...
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Top 10 Health Care Transactions: August 2026
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 14, 2026
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Top 10 Health Care Transactions: August 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access For deal sourcers, staying current on private company activity is...
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RIA M&A and Investments Roundup: August 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Consolidation in the RIA space cooled in...
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2020 Vintage Early Stage Venture Capital Funds
By: Ryan Sterl, Investment Research Associate
September 11, 2026
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2020 Vintage Early Stage Venture Capital Funds
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Dakota Private Markets tracks performance on over 16,000+ funds across...
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Top 10 Private Equity Firms in Los Angeles: 2026 Guide
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 11, 2026
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Top 10 Private Equity Firms in Los Angeles: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Los Angeles sits at a rare intersection of economic scale and investor...
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Why RIAs Are Buying AI ETFs: What Dakota's 13F Data Shows
By: Alex deMarco, Investment Research Analyst
September 11, 2026
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Why RIAs Are Buying AI ETFs: What Dakota's 13F Data Shows
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Hyperscaler AI capital spending topped $700...
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What Is a Private Fund TVPI and Why It Matters to Allocators
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 11, 2026
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What Is a Private Fund TVPI and Why It Matters to Allocators
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access If you spend any time evaluating private fund managers, you've seen TVPI...
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Why Private Fund Performance Benchmarks Are So Hard to Find
By: Gui Costin, Founder, CEO
September 11, 2026
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Why Private Fund Performance Benchmarks Are So Hard to Find
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access If you're investing in private equity, venture capital, private credit,...
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Top 10 Companies Likely to Transact (September 8 - 11)
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 11, 2026
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Top 10 Companies Likely to Transact (September 8 - 11)
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Tracking when private companies are nearing a sale, recap, or financing...
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The Post-Event Follow-Up Sequence That Converts Attendees Into Meetings
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 11, 2026
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The Post-Event Follow-Up Sequence That Converts Attendees Into Meetings
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Warm first, ask second. That single rule...
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How to Use Forecasted Transactions to Get Ahead of Deal Activity by Sector
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 11, 2026
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How to Use Forecasted Transactions to Get Ahead of Deal Activity by Sector
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Fundraising and raising capital is hard....
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How Dakota Travels LA: Client-Ready Places to Stay, Meet, and Eat
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 11, 2026
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How Dakota Travels LA: Client-Ready Places to Stay, Meet, and Eat
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Buy it Here Business travel leaves little room for...
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Top Public Plan Commitments in August 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Pension commitment disclosures accelerated...
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Common Mistakes Made When Entering Private Fund Performance Data
By: Chris LeRoy, Director of Investment Research
September 10, 2026
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Common Mistakes Made When Entering Private Fund Performance Data
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Private fund performance data often arrives in different formats, from...
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Inside 13F Filings: Who's Actually Holding the Biggest ETF Positions in 2026
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 10, 2026
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Inside 13F Filings: Who's Actually Holding the Biggest ETF Positions in 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Charles Schwab Investment Advisory reported...
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The Six LGPS Pools: A 2026 Guide for Fund Managers
By: James Goodman, Head of International
September 10, 2026
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The Six LGPS Pools: A 2026 Guide for Fund Managers
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo The LGPS pools in 2026 are six asset pools...
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Top 10 Family Offices in Sweden: 2026 Guide
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 10, 2026
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Top 10 Family Offices in Sweden: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Sweden's family office market concentrates...
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The Room Does the Selling: How Dakota Picks Venues, Fills the Room, and Follows Up After Dakota Cocktails
By: Cate Costin, Marketing Associate
September 9, 2026
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The Room Does the Selling: How Dakota Picks Venues, Fills the Room, and Follows Up After Dakota Cocktails
Hosted by Catherine Begier, Chief Marketing Officer and Dominique Mortelliti, Account Executive & Studio Sales Representative Watch on YouTube | Listen on Spotify Executive Summary Dakota now runs...
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Private Equity Fees: Why "2 and 20" Isn't the Standard Anymore
By: Alex deMarco, Investment Research Analyst
September 9, 2026
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Private Equity Fees: Why "2 and 20" Isn't the Standard Anymore
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Private Equity Fees: Why "2 and 20" Isn't the Standard Anymore "Two and...
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Top 10 Private Equity Firms in Boston: 2026 Guide
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 9, 2026
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Top 10 Private Equity Firms in Boston: 2026 Guide
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Boston is one of the most important financial centers in the United...
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Top 10 Private Equity Firms in Switzerland: 2026 Rankings & Insights
By: Peter Harris, Investment Research Associate
September 9, 2026
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Top 10 Private Equity Firms in Switzerland: 2026 Rankings & Insights
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Switzerland has long been a magnet for global capital, and it's easy to...
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How to Link Existing Salesforce Records to Dakota Without Creating Duplicates
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 9, 2026
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How to Link Existing Salesforce Records to Dakota Without Creating Duplicates
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace for Salesforce, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Your Salesforce is one of your firm's...
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Median Private Fund DPI by Asset Class: 2026 Benchmark Data
By: Chris LeRoy, Director of Investment Research
September 9, 2026
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Median Private Fund DPI by Asset Class: 2026 Benchmark Data
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Distributions have become one of the most closely watched measures in...
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How to Use Ask Dakota to Keep Your Account Data Accurate
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 9, 2026
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How to Use Ask Dakota to Keep Your Account Data Accurate
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Fundraising and raising capital is hard....
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What Is a J-Curve in Private Equity and How Long Does It Last?
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 8, 2026
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What Is a J-Curve in Private Equity and How Long Does It Last?
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access If you've ever looked at a young PE fund's performance and wondered why...
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Why Lack of Standardized Reporting Makes Private Fund Benchmarks So Difficult
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 8, 2026
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Why Lack of Standardized Reporting Makes Private Fund Benchmarks So Difficult
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Ask two managers for the same fund's TVPI and you can get two different...
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Why Evergreen Funds Are Winning Allocator Attention
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 8, 2026
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Why Evergreen Funds Are Winning Allocator Attention
Data sourced from Dakota Private Markets, the private fund performance platform powered by Dakota. Learn More | Request Access Perpetual fund AUM for individual investors in the U.S. grew from $46...
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What We Learned Today Using Claude With Data Connected from Dakota Marketplace: August 31 - September 4, 2026
By: Morgan Holycross, Marketing Manager
September 8, 2026
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What We Learned Today Using Claude With Data Connected from Dakota Marketplace: August 31 - September 4, 2026
Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT can now...
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Dakota June 2025 Healthcare Report
Dakota's June 2025 Healthcare Transactions Report offers a data-rich analysis of healthcare deal activity, investment trends across key verticals, and emerging themes shaping capital deployment, all...
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Dakota Q2 2025 Institutional Allocation Summary Report
By: Dakota Research
July 17, 2025
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Dakota Q2 2025 Institutional Allocation Summary Report
The Dakota Q2 2025 Public Pension Allocations Report offers a data-rich analysis of institutional capital deployment, asset class trends, and themes driving allocation behavior, all to deliver...
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Dakota June 2025 Monthly Roundup
The Dakota June Monthly Roundup offers data-driven insights on institutional capital allocation, fundraising trends, and strategic shifts across private markets.
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June 2025 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of the meeting notes of June 2025 from public pensions across the country. Access them all in one place, right when you need them.
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Dakota May 2025 Monthly Roundup
The Dakota May Monthly Roundup offers data-driven insights on institutional capital allocation, fundraising trends, and strategic shifts across private markets.
Pension Brief
May 2025 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of the meeting notes of May 2025 from public pensions across the country. Access them all in one place, right when you need them.
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Dakota April 2025 Monthly Roundup
The Dakota April Monthly Roundup offers data-driven insights on institutional capital allocation, fundraising trends, and strategic shifts across private markets.
Pension Brief
April 2025 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of the meeting notes of April 2025 from public pensions across the country. Access them all in one place, right when you need them.
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Dakota Consumer Investing Report
The Dakota Consumer Investing Report examines how shifting consumer behaviors, wellness trends, and technological innovation are fueling investment opportunities across beauty, pet care, food, and...
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Dakota Q1 2025 Institutional Allocation Summary Report
By: Alex DeMarco
April 11, 2025
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Dakota Q1 2025 Institutional Allocation Summary Report
The Dakota Q1 2025 Public Pension Allocations Report offers a data-rich analysis of institutional capital deployment, asset class trends, and themes driving allocation behavior, all to deliver...
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Dakota March 2025 Monthly Roundup
The Dakota March Monthly Roundup offers data-driven insights on institutional capital allocation, fundraising trends, and strategic shifts across private markets.
Pension Brief
March 2025 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of the meeting notes of March 2025 from public pensions across the country. Access them all in one place, right when you need them.
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Emerging Buyout GPs to Watch in 2025 Report
By: Alex DeMarco
March 25, 2025
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Emerging Buyout GPs to Watch in 2025 Report
The Emerging Buyout GPs to Watch in 2025 brings you a curated list of rising private equity firms recognized for strong performance, strategic focus, and early institutional traction—helping you stay...
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Established Buyout GPs to Watch in 2025 Report
By: Alex DeMarco
March 20, 2025
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Established Buyout GPs to Watch in 2025 Report
The Established Buyout GPs to Watch in 2025 brings you a curated list of established firms that have demonstrated consistency, strong returns, and institutional fund growth, so you can stay ahead of...
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Dakota February 2025 Monthly Roundup
The Dakota February Monthly Roundup offers data-driven insights on institutional capital allocation, fundraising trends, and strategic shifts across private markets.
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Fundraising Around The World
This eBook takes you on a global tour of fundraising opportunities across eight major regions: the United Kingdom, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, the Nordic Region, Latin America, Canada, and...
Pension Brief
February 2025 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of the meeting notes of February 2025 from public pensions across the country. Access them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
January 2025 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of the meeting notes of January 2025 from public pensions across the country. Access them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
December 2024 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of December's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
November 2024 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of November's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
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Mastering Quarterly Webinars: Best Practices for Investment Firms
By: Morgan Holycross
November 12, 2024
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Mastering Quarterly Webinars: Best Practices for Investment Firms
In this eBook, you'll find the comprehensive guide to planning, hosting, and maximizing the impact of your client communication through utilizing a quarterly update webinar.
Pension Brief
October 2024 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of October's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
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Q3 2024 Alternatives Pension Summary
This report gives a detailed overview of 2024's third quarter alternative public pensions, detailing $37.5 billion in pension fund allocations across various alternative investments like private...
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September 2024 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of September's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
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Targeting Top RIAs: A Guide to Leading Firms in the Major US Metros
By: Morgan Holycross
September 25, 2024
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Targeting Top RIAs: A Guide to Leading Firms in the Major US Metros
Discover the top Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) in key U.S. metro areas with Dakota’s exclusive eBook. Get insights on leading firms and their AUM to help you target the right RIAs in the most...
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The Definitive Guide to Raising Capital from RIAs
By: Morgan Holycross
September 18, 2024
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The Definitive Guide to Raising Capital from RIAs
This guide provides investment professionals with key strategies and actionable insights for successfully raising capital in the growing RIA market. Covering everything from identifying the right...
Pension Brief
August 2024 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of August's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
July 2024 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of July's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Analyst Reports
Q2 2024 Alternatives Pension Summary
This report gives a detailed overview of 2024's third quarter alternative public pensions, including trends and comparisons to prior years. Inside, you'll find a breakdown of the top asset class...
Pension Brief
June 2024 Public Pension Summary
This brief is a compilation of June's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
May 2024 Public Pension Summary
This brief is a compilation of May's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
April 2024 Public Pension Summary
This brief is a compilation of April's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Analyst Reports
Q1 2024 Alternatives Pension Summary
This report gives a detailed overview of 2024's first quarter alternative public pensions, including trends and comparisons to prior years. Inside, you'll find a breakdown of the top asset class...
Pension Brief
March 2024 Public Pension Summary
This brief is a compilation of March's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
February 2024 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of February's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Analyst Reports
Dakota 2023 Annual Fundraising Report
The Dakota 2023 Annual Fundraising Report offers an overview of trends in pension fund allocations within the U.S. during 2023, highlighting significant shifts in investment strategies across various...
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Q4 2023 Alternatives Pension Summary
This report gives a detailed overview of 2023's fourth quarter alternative public pensions, including trends and comparisons to prior years. Inside, you'll find a breakdown of the top asset class...
Pension Brief
January 2024 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of January's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
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CRM Adoption eBook
In this eBook, you'll find the knowledge on why your CRM is your most underutilized asset and how to fix this. Topics included in this guide are: What is a CRM? Why is your CRM holding you back? How...
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Dakota Marketplace eBook
In this eBook, you'll find the knowledge on why having clean and accurate data is of the utmost importance for your institutional investor database Topics included in this guide are: The importance...
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December 2023 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of December's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
November 2023 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of November's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
October 2023 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of October's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Analyst Reports
Q3 2023 Alts Pension Summary
This report gives a detailed overview of 2023's third quarter alternative public pensions, including trends and comparisons to prior years. Inside, you'll find a breakdown of the top asset class...
Pension Brief
September 2023 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of September's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
August 2023 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of August's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
July 2023 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of July's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
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Q2 2023 Alts Pension Summary
This report gives a detailed overview of 2023's second quarter alternative public pensions, including trends and comparisons to prior years. Inside, you'll find a breakdown of the top asset class...
Pension Brief
June 2023 Public Pension Brief
This brief is a compilation of June's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Podcasts
Investing in Times of Uncertainty with Gildas Quinquis of Windrose Advisors
By: Andrew O'Shea
July 5, 2023
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Investing in Times of Uncertainty with Gildas Quinquis of Windrose Advisors
Gildas Quinquis, Chief Investment Officer for the Boston-based Windrose Advisors, takes us through his nearly thirty-year career in investment management, describing how he approaches the current...
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Going Outside the Model with Adam Landau, Cerity Partners
By: Dan DiDomenico
July 3, 2023
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Going Outside the Model with Adam Landau, Cerity Partners
In this special edition episode, Adam takes the Dakota Live! team through Cerity's approach to risk management, the firm’s manager research and underwriting process, and what a potential client...
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An Allocator's Journey with William Yung of Angeles Investments
By: Andrew O'Shea
June 28, 2023
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An Allocator's Journey with William Yung of Angeles Investments
William Yung, Partner and Director of Private Markets at Angeles Investments, takes us on his career journey from wealth management to investment manager research for one of the financial industry’s...
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Selling through the Cycle with Laura Esposito of Rockefeller Capital Management
By: Gui Costin
June 21, 2023
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Selling through the Cycle with Laura Esposito of Rockefeller Capital Management
Laura Esposito of Rockefeller Capital Management shares her nearly twenty-five years of client service and sales experience in this informative discussion on how she has navigated her successful...
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Leading by Example with Angela Miller-May of the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund
By: Dan DiDomenico
June 14, 2023
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Leading by Example with Angela Miller-May of the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund
Angela Miller-May, Chief Investment Officer for the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund joins us at Dakota Live! for a special discussion on how she found her start in the investment management...
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A Masterclass of Digital Assets Investing with Joe Marenda of Cambridge Associates
By: Gui Costin
June 7, 2023
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A Masterclass of Digital Assets Investing with Joe Marenda of Cambridge Associates
Joe Marenda, Partner, and Head of Digital Assets Investing with Cambridge Associates shares his experience through this masterclass on blockchain technology and digital assets investing.
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Building Client Trust with Greg Leonberger of Marquette Associates
By: Tim Dolan
June 5, 2023
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Building Client Trust with Greg Leonberger of Marquette Associates
Greg Leonberger is the Director of Research for Marquette Associates. Greg is responsible for creating the firm’s capital markets research and directing the investment strategies and policy.
Pension Brief
May 2023 Public Pension Brief
This eBook is a compilation of May's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
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Delivering for Clients with Kate Pizzi of Fiducient Advisors
By: Andrew O'Shea
May 31, 2023
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Delivering for Clients with Kate Pizzi of Fiducient Advisors
Kate Pizzi, Partner and Senior Consultant of Fiducient Advisors joins us at Dakota Live! to take us through her experience from actuary to portfolio manager to investment consultant and what she has...
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Thinking Boldly with Chenae Edwards of NEPC
Chenae Edwards, Partner with NEPC, LLC shares her investment consulting experience as she discusses the NEPC manager research process, how clients are maneuvering through the current market...
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Staying on the Fairway with Andy Spellar, CIO of Fairfax County Employees' Retirement System
By: Chris O'Grady
May 17, 2023
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Staying on the Fairway with Andy Spellar, CIO of Fairfax County Employees' Retirement System
Andy Spellar, Chief Investment Officer for the Fairfax County Employees' Retirement System shares his journey over his two decades for the $5.0 billion Plan located in the suburbs of Washington, DC.
Podcasts
Home Country Bias with Ernst Knacke, Head of Research for Shard Capital
By: Chris O'Grady
May 10, 2023
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Home Country Bias with Ernst Knacke, Head of Research for Shard Capital
Ernst Knacke, Head of Research at London-based, Shard Capital Partners as well as its subsidiary, LeifBridge Investment Management joins the Dakota Live! Podcast to share his nearly twenty years of...
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Listening to Many with Chris Brockmeyer, Director of Employee Benefits for the Broadway League
By: Dan DiDomenico
May 3, 2023
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Listening to Many with Chris Brockmeyer, Director of Employee Benefits for the Broadway League
Chris Brockmeyer is the Director of Employee Benefit Funds for the Broadway League, the national trade association for the Broadway theatre industry.
Pension Brief
April 2023 Public Pension Brief
This eBook is a compilation of April's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Podcasts
Family Office Opportunities with John Tassone of Forbes Family Trust
By: Gui Costin
May 1, 2023
Podcasts
Family Office Opportunities with John Tassone of Forbes Family Trust
John Tassone is the Director of Investments for Forbes Family Trust. Forbes Family Trust is a multi-family office serving institutions and single-family offices as an outsourced investment advisor.
Podcasts
Recipes for Success with Doug MacBean, Deputy CIO of Caltech's Investment Office
By: Andrew O'Shea
April 26, 2023
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Recipes for Success with Doug MacBean, Deputy CIO of Caltech's Investment Office
Doug MacBean, Deputy Chief Investment Officer of the California Institute of Technology’s Investment Office (Caltech) joins us at Dakota Live! to share the ingredients from his career and how he...
Analyst Reports
Q1 2023 Alternatives Public Pension Summary
By: Manfred Kanther
April 21, 2023
Analyst Reports
Q1 2023 Alternatives Public Pension Summary
This report gives a detailed overview of the first quarter, 2023 alternative public pensions, including trends and comparisons to prior years. Inside, you'll find a breakdown of the top asset class...
Podcasts
Going Off Script with Razmig Der-Tavitian, CIO of SLK Private Wealth
By: Tim Dolan
April 19, 2023
Podcasts
Going Off Script with Razmig Der-Tavitian, CIO of SLK Private Wealth
Razmig Der-Tavitian, Chief Investment Officer with SLK Private Wealth joins us at Dakota Live! to share his experience as CIO of an independent Registered Investment Advisor (RIA).
Podcasts
Clarity of Vision with Ryan Hicke, CEO of SEI
Ryan Hicke, Chief Executive Officer of SEI joins us at Dakota Live! to share his journey from intern to the company's CEO.
Podcasts
Harmonizing your Asset Allocation with Jennifer DeSisto, CIO of Anchor Capital Advisors
By: Andrew O'Shea
April 5, 2023
Podcasts
Harmonizing your Asset Allocation with Jennifer DeSisto, CIO of Anchor Capital Advisors
Jennifer DeSisto, Chief Investment Officer of Anchor Capital Advisors joins us at Dakota Live! to take us through her experience from portfolio manager to asset allocator and what she has learned...
Pension Brief
March 2023 Public Pension Brief
This eBook is a compilation of March's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Podcasts
Early-Stage Opportunities with Chris Winiarz of Stable Asset Management
By: Gui Costin
March 29, 2023
Podcasts
Early-Stage Opportunities with Chris Winiarz of Stable Asset Management
Chris Winiarz, Chief Investment Officer of Stable Asset Management shares his journey from the endowment to the family office model through his role today as CIO of an investment firm focused on...
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Insights Into OCIOs with William Kennedy of RiskBridge Advisors
By: Gui Costin
March 22, 2023
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Insights Into OCIOs with William Kennedy of RiskBridge Advisors
William “Bill” Kennedy is the CEO and Chief Investment Officer of RiskBridge Advisors, where the firm serves as an Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO) firm providing discretionary investment...
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Andrew Krei Dakota Live! Interview
An exclusive interview with Andrew Krei from Dakota Live! Call #123
Podcasts
Finding Fixed Income Opportunities with Will Beck of Wilshire
By: Gui Costin
March 15, 2023
Podcasts
Finding Fixed Income Opportunities with Will Beck of Wilshire
Will Beck of Wilshire is a Senior Vice President and member of Wilshire’s Traditional Manager Research Group where he focuses on fixed income strategies.
Podcasts
The Art of Storytelling with Aoifinn Devitt, CIO of the Moneta Group
By: Gui Costin
March 8, 2023
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The Art of Storytelling with Aoifinn Devitt, CIO of the Moneta Group
Aoifinn Devitt, Chief Investment Officer at Moneta, and founder and creator of The Fiftyfaces Podcast takes us on her career marathon from corporate law to being named the first female Chief...
Pension Brief
February 2023 Public Pension eBook
This eBook is a compilation of February's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Podcasts
Running Towards Adversity with Mark Steed, CIO of Arizona PSPRS
By: Gui Costin
February 27, 2023
Podcasts
Running Towards Adversity with Mark Steed, CIO of Arizona PSPRS
Mark Steed, Chief Investment Officer for the Arizona Public Safety Personnel Retirement System shares his journey from an intern to the Plan’s CIO.
Podcasts
Engaging OCIOs through Private Market Solutions with Carolyn Patton of TIFF Investment Management
By: Tim Dolan
February 15, 2023
Podcasts
Engaging OCIOs through Private Market Solutions with Carolyn Patton of TIFF Investment Management
Carolyn Patton, Head of Private Market Client Solutions at TIFF Investment Management shares how their business approaches private market assets on behalf of their clients.
Podcasts
Journey through John Hancock Investment Management with York Lo
By: Gui Costin
February 7, 2023
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Journey through John Hancock Investment Management with York Lo
York Lo is the Head of Alternative Product and LLCs at John Hancock Investment Management where he has been a key member of the team responsible for manager selection and oversight, product...
eBook
Matthew Ruffalo Dakota Live! Interview
An exclusive interview with Matthew Ruffalo from Dakota Live! Call #121.
Pension Brief
January 2023 Public Pension eBook
This eBook is a compilation of January's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Analyst Reports
Q4 2022 Alternatives Public Pension Summary
By: Manfred Kanther
January 26, 2023
Analyst Reports
Q4 2022 Alternatives Public Pension Summary
This report gives a detailed overview of the fourth quarter, 2022 alternative public pensions, including trends and comparisons to priors years. Inside, you'll find a breakdown of the top asset class...
Podcasts
Demystifying the Endowment Model with Matt DeAngelo of Drexel University
By: Andrew O'Shea
January 24, 2023
Podcasts
Demystifying the Endowment Model with Matt DeAngelo of Drexel University
Matt DeAngelo, Deputy Chief Investment Officer of Drexel University’s Endowment shares how he and his colleagues evaluate asset managers, approach due diligence meetings, and consider allocation...
Podcasts
Targeting the Sub-Advisory Market with Greg Stumm of Resolute Investment Managers
By: Gui Costin
January 17, 2023
Podcasts
Targeting the Sub-Advisory Market with Greg Stumm of Resolute Investment Managers
Greg Stumm of Resolute Investment Managers shares his perspective on the firm’s investment process in the context of its multi-affiliate model. Greg guides our listeners through the sub-advisory...
Pension Brief
December 2022 Public Pension eBook
This eBook is a compilation of December's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Podcasts
Positioning for US Plan Sponsors with Russ Kamp
By: Dan DiDomenico
December 20, 2022
Podcasts
Positioning for US Plan Sponsors with Russ Kamp
Russ Kamp of Ryan ALM shares his more than forty years of investment advisory experience with US plan sponsors as he discusses the current pension landscape and how to position your investment...
Podcasts
Mapping the Morningstar Process with Alyssa Stankiewicz
By: Gui Costin
December 13, 2022
Podcasts
Mapping the Morningstar Process with Alyssa Stankiewicz
Alyssa Stankiewicz of Morningstar shares her insights into the firm's manager research process and the key pillars of the Morningstar analyst rating.
Pension Brief
November 2022 Public Pension eBook
This eBook is a compilation of November's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Podcasts
Bringing Perspective to Consulting with Alan Spatrick of Meketa
By: Tim Dolan
December 6, 2022
Podcasts
Bringing Perspective to Consulting with Alan Spatrick of Meketa
Alan Spatrick shares his forty-two years of investment consulting experience as he discusses the Meketa manager research process, the changes he's seen in the consultant space over the decades, and...
eBook
Greg Dowling Dakota Live! Interview
An exclusive interview with Greg Dowling from Dakota Live! For Alternatives #58.
Podcasts
Understanding RIAs with Aldo Vultaggio, CIO
The third episode of the Dakota Live! Podcast features special guest Aldo Vultaggio, as he shares his manager research process, approach to sourcing alternative investments, current investment...
eBook
Lawrence Calcano Dakota Live! Interview
An exclusive interview with Lawrence Calcano from Dakota Live! Call #118.
Pension Brief
October 2022 Public Pension eBook
This eBook is a compilation of October's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Podcasts
Selling Asian Equities with Zlata Gleason of Indus Capital
By: Gui Costin
November 1, 2022
Podcasts
Selling Asian Equities with Zlata Gleason of Indus Capital
The second episode of the Dakota Live! Podcast features special guest Zlata Gleason, as she discusses her approach to selling equity strategies in the context of the sales process she's developed...
eBook
John Tassone Dakota Live! Interview
An exclusive interview with John Tassone from Dakota Live! Call #117.
Podcasts
Approaching OCIOs and Multi-Asset Businesses with Floyd Simpson of PFM Asset Management
By: Andrew O'Shea
October 25, 2022
Podcasts
Approaching OCIOs and Multi-Asset Businesses with Floyd Simpson of PFM Asset Management
The first episode of the Dakota Live! Podcast features special guest Floyd Simpson, as he discusses how he evaluates asset managers, approaches due diligence meetings, considers asset allocation...
eBook
William Kennedy Dakota Live! Interview
An exclusive interview with William Kennedy from Dakota Live! Call #116.
Analyst Reports
Q3 2022 Alternatives Public Pension Summary
By: Manfred Kanther
October 14, 2022
Analyst Reports
Q3 2022 Alternatives Public Pension Summary
This report gives a detailed overview of the third quarter, 2022 alternative public pensions, including trends and comparisons to priors years. Inside, you'll find a breakdown of the top asset class...
eBook
Matt Brundage Dakota Live! Interview
An exclusive interview with Matt Brundage from Dakota Live! Call #115.
eBook
Brad Long Dakota Live! Interview
An exclusive interview with Brad Long from Dakota Live! Call #113.
eBook
Ted Seides Dakota Live! Interview
An exclusive interview with Ted Seides from Dakota Live! Call #114.
Pension Brief
September 2022 Public Pension eBook
This eBook is a compilation of September's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
eBook
August 2022 Public Pension eBook
This eBook is a compilation of August's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
July 2022 Public Pension eBook
This eBook is a compilation of July's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
June 2022 Public Pension eBook
This eBook is a compilation of June's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Analyst Reports
Dakota Manager Fee Update
Dakota has tracked and recorded fees paid data from over 954 reported fees from across all major asset and sub asset classes from 38 individual pension plans. For the first half of 2022, these were...
eBook
Quarterly Webinar Procedures and Best Practices
In this eBook, you'll find the comprehensive steps you'll need to take to plan, host, and follow-up after a quarterly update webinar. The topics in this guide include: Scheduling Creating a Zoom...
eBook
Guide to RIAs and Video for Investment Firms
In this eBook, Gui Costin, author of Millennials Are Not Aliens, will discuss RIAs, including how to break into the channel and and some best practices. The second half of the eBook covers one of the...
Analyst Reports
Q2 2022 Alternatives Public Pension Summary
By: Manfred Kanther
July 14, 2022
Analyst Reports
Q2 2022 Alternatives Public Pension Summary
This report gives a detailed overview of the second quarter, 2022 alternative public pensions, including trends and comparisons to priors years. Inside, you'll find a breakdown of the top asset class...
Video
Always Be Selling
The number one piece of sales advice is "always be selling" but is that really true in investment sales? In this video, Dakota CEO Gui Costin dives into the truth behind "always be selling."
eBook
The Top 100 RIAs in the United States (2022)
This eBook is a compilation of the top 10 RIAs in 10 cities across the Unites States. This is not meant to be a comprehensive list, but an overview of ten cities we think you'll find beneficial.
Pension Brief
May Public Pension Meeting Notes
This eBook is a compilation of May's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
April Public Pension Meeting Notes
This eBook is a compilation of April's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Analyst Reports
Q1 2022 Alternatives Public Pension Summary
By: Manfred Kanther
May 3, 2022
Analyst Reports
Q1 2022 Alternatives Public Pension Summary
This report gives a detailed overview of the first quarter, 2022 alternative public pensions, including trends and comparisons to priors years. Inside, you'll find a breakdown of the top asset class...
Pension Brief
March Public Pension Meeting Notes
This eBook is a compilation of March's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
February Public Pension Meeting Notes
This eBook is a compilation of February's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
January Public Pension Meeting Notes
This eBook is a compilation of January's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
eBook
The Ultimate Guide to Video for Investment Firms
Have you struggled to create truly meaningful videos in the past? Have you been told time and again that the world is moving to video? Are you just looking for a little guidance on how to get...
eBook
December Public Pension Meeting Notes
This eBook is a compilation of December's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
eBook
The Investment Firm's Guide to CRM Adoption
Struggling to get your investment sales team to adopt a CRM? This eBook will give you the measurable steps you can take to ensure that your team implements and adopts a CRM.
Pension Brief
November Public Pension Meeting Notes
This eBook is a compilation of November's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
October Public Pension Meeting Notes
This eBook is a compilation of October's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
September Public Pension Meeting Notes
This eBook is a compilation of September's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
August Public Pension Meeting Notes
This eBook is a compilation of August's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.
Pension Brief
July Public Pension Meeting Notes
This eBook is a compilation of July's meeting notes from public pensions across the country, so you have them all in one place, right when you need them.