Capital Allocators – Inside the Institutional Investment Industry Alex Abell - Lower Middle Market Buyout Investing at RCP (EP.383)
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May 2, 2024 
In this engaging talk, Alex Abell, Managing Partner at RCP Advisors, shares insights from over two decades in lower-middle market buyout investing. He delves into the use of innovative analytics in manager assessments, highlighting the critical blend of qualitative and quantitative evaluations. The conversation covers the complexities of emerging funds and strategies for navigating the secondary market. Alex also reflects on his personal passions, revealing how impactful professional relationships and early impressions play a crucial role in career success.
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Career Beginnings
- Alex Abell's career began at HP's pension fund, managing a $6-7B portfolio with significant private equity exposure.
- He later worked at Coelos Group, which used a sophisticated database for manager research, sparking future ideas.
Fund-to-Funds vs. Larger Platforms
- Specialized fund-to-funds like Coelos Group focus on specific strategies and client alignment.
- Larger platforms like BlackRock offer broader solutions, potentially altering risk-return profiles.
Early Database Insights
- Coelos Group's proprietary database, predating Salesforce, provided valuable institutional market intelligence.
- It tracked meeting notes, manager data, and qualitative information for enhanced due diligence.