Private Equity Gatekeeper

What is a Private Equity Gatekeeper

Limited partners are always looking for access to the top private equity funds--preferably those with proven returns. Some private equity investors turn to third-party investment advisers to connect them with private equity funds. These advisers are referred to as "gatekeepers."

Institutional investors may have little or no knowledge of private equity investing or a specific industry sector like energy or technology. Therefore an investor will use a gatekeeper for advice. Private equity gatekeepers know a great deal about the industry and thoroughly track buyout and venture capital funds. The advisers then issue recommendations to their limited partner clients on which funds they think will provide great returns. On the general partner side, a placement agent may be used to secure capital from investors.



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