General Questions

What is Weeden Prime Services?

Weeden Prime Services is a technology-powered prime brokerage business focused on providing institutional quality services to hedge funds and family offices. We offer proprietary risk management technology (Armor), automated allocation tools, and access to capital raising opportunities through our network of institutional investors.

Who are your typical clients?

Our clients are primarily early-stage and emerging hedge fund managers and family offices seeking to scale their operations. We work with managers who value institutional-quality technology and operational infrastructure, and who are looking to access capital through our investor network.

What makes Weeden Prime Services different from other prime brokers?

We combine proprietary technology (Armor platform), capital raising capabilities, and deep domain expertise specifically focused on emerging managers. Unlike traditional prime brokers, we've built relationships with investors who are "natural buyers" of early-stage managers, and we provide technology that gives both managers and investors real-time transparency and control.

Technology Questions

What is the Armor platform?

Armor is our proprietary risk management and analytics technology platform. It provides real-time monitoring of portfolio exposures, dynamic risk analytics, and sophisticated reporting capabilities. Both fund managers and investors can access Armor to track exposure levels and manage risk in real-time.

How long does implementation take?

Implementation timelines vary based on your specific requirements and existing infrastructure. Our team with deep domain expertise has earned a reputation for streamlining the adoption process. Typically, we can have clients up and running within a few weeks to a few months, depending on complexity.

Do you provide training on your technology?

Yes, comprehensive training is included as part of our implementation process. We provide hands-on training for your team to ensure they can effectively use all features of the Armor platform and our allocation technology. Ongoing support is also available after implementation.

Can the platform scale as we grow?

Absolutely. Our platform is designed to scale with your business from startup through institutional size. The technology infrastructure can handle increasing trade volumes, additional accounts, and more complex allocation requirements as your fund grows.

Capital Raising Questions

How does capital raising work with WPS?

We've forged deep relationships with family offices, fund of funds, institutional investors, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals who are actively seeking emerging manager opportunities. We make introductions to appropriate allocators from our network who align with your strategy and can provide meaningful allocations.

What types of investors are in your network?

Our network consists of family offices, fund of funds, institutional investors (pensions, endowments, foundations), and ultra-high-net-worth individuals. These are sophisticated allocators who specifically seek exposure to emerging hedge fund managers with strong strategies and operational infrastructure.

What investment structures do your investors use?

Investors have flexibility to choose their preferred structure. They can invest directly into your limited partnership or utilize our proprietary separately managed account (SMA) platform. The SMA platform provides investors with access to the Armor system for real-time risk management and exposure monitoring.

Do you guarantee capital will be raised?

While we cannot guarantee specific capital raising outcomes, we have a proven track record of contributing to significant asset growth for many of our client managers. We make introductions to qualified investors who have expressed interest in emerging manager strategies, but ultimate investment decisions are made by the allocators themselves.

Getting Started

How do I get started with Weeden Prime Services?

The first step is to schedule a consultation with our team. We'll discuss your specific needs, current operations, and growth objectives. From there, we can provide a customized proposal for how our platform can support your business. Contact us through our website or reach out directly to begin the conversation.

What information do you need from prospective clients?

During our initial consultation, we'll want to understand your investment strategy, current AUM, operational infrastructure, technology requirements, and capital raising goals. This helps us customize our services to your specific needs and determine how we can best support your growth objectives.

Is there a minimum AUM requirement?

We work with funds at various stages of development, from early-stage to established managers. While we focus on emerging managers, specific requirements depend on your strategy, track record, and growth trajectory. We encourage you to contact us to discuss your specific situation.

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