Luke Ellis

Since Luke Ellis took the helm as CEO of Man Group, a global active investment management firm with a significant hedge fund offering, the firm’s assets under management have almost doubled to around $145 billion. In this episode of Goldman Sachs Exchanges: Great Investors, Goldman Sachs’ John Storey speaks with Ellis about his perspectives on the hedge fund industry, his views on the markets and the global economy, and what’s he’s learned over his career.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this engaging discussion, Luke Ellis, CEO of Man Group and Deputy Chairman of the Standards Board for Alternative Investments, dives into his extensive experience in the hedge fund world. He reflects on the evolution of capital allocation and the importance of innovation in investment strategies. Luke emphasizes the need for patience in investing and explores the balance between nurturing young talent and retaining seasoned professionals. He also shares insights on harnessing technology for better decision-making and the challenges of expanding into private equity.

Luke Ellis, CEO of Man Group, and Mario Therrien, Head of Investment Funds at CDPQ, share their seasoned insights on the hedge fund industry. They discuss the evolution of the Standards Board of Alternative Investments, emphasizing the need for collaboration to enhance transparency and best practices. The duo reflects on the changing landscape of hedge fund fees and how technology is shaping the future. Their chat also includes fun career dreams and valuable lessons learned from their mothers, balancing serious topics with light-hearted anecdotes.