Davidson College

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1. You actively allocate to external, top-tier managers across a wide variety of public (and private) strategies.
As a boutique, owner‑managed hedge fund with a concentrated, high‑conviction global strategy, we fit your external manager model and can be a focused addition to your public markets roster.
Evidence
“The investment team spends much of their time evaluating and monitoring top-tier investment managers across a wide variety of public and private strategies.”
2. You target a demanding long-term real return (net) of at least 5%.
Our best‑ideas, high‑conviction approach seeks strong net, risk‑adjusted returns over full cycles—aligned with a ≥5% real objective.
Evidence
“The long-term investment objective is to attain a real return (net of inflation and fees) of at least five percent.”
3. You emphasize top‑decile outcomes delivered with less risk versus peers.
We focus on downside-aware, low‑correlation compounding, aiming to add to risk‑adjusted performance rather than simply beta—well suited to a ‘better with less risk’ mandate.
Evidence
“Compared to other endowments, Davidson’s returns have consistently been much better (top decile) with less risk.”
4. You seek diversification and a lower risk profile than a traditional 60/40 mix.
Our strategy’s low correlation to equities and bonds can enhance endowment-level diversification and improve the portfolio’s risk/return profile.
Evidence
“The result is a diversified portfolio with better return potential and a lower risk profile than a traditional mix of stocks and bonds.”
5. You allocate across a broad spectrum of asset classes (equity, credit, real assets).
A global, flexible mandate with emerging markets capability can serve as a complementary sleeve alongside existing equity and credit exposures, offering differentiated sources of return.
Evidence
“The college invests across a broad spectrum of asset classes (e.g., equity, credit, and real assets).”
6. You prioritize achieving goals without incurring outsized risk.
Our concentrated yet risk‑managed approach focuses on capital preservation and drawdown control, aligning with your emphasis on disciplined risk.
Evidence
“Davidson strives to achieve its long-term investment objective without incurring outsized risk.”
7. You have dedicated in‑house professional oversight of external relationships.
Your internal team’s ability to diligence and monitor boutique managers increases the fit for an entrepreneurial, owner‑managed firm with a long track record.
Evidence
“A dedicated in-house professional investment staff oversees the endowment.”