Applied Filters
Raising the bar for boards
The quality and depth of experience among directors separates the Cayman Islands from other fund domiciles, and that’s what counts, says Ronan Guilfoyle of Calderwood.
Applying ERM to fund governance
Fund directors of investment funds domiciled in the Cayman Islands are mandated to oversee the risk management of the funds to which they are appointed. Isatou Smith and Masao Matsuda of Lainston outline the advantages.
The governance of private equity
A number of recent developments in the private equity market may serve to challenge the traditional notion that independent governance in the sector is not needed, says Simon Thomas of Campbells.
A healthy alternative
As the funds business changes and adapts to global pressures, managers are seeking a more bespoke and global service from their auditor, Alex Bodden and Greg O’Driscoll of global advisory firm RSM tell Cayman Funds.
Putting funds to rest—for good
Funds may need to be closed down for a variety of reasons, not all of them bad. In any case, it is important to follow the correct procedure and get the right advice when winding down a hedge fund, as Jeffrey Short and Claire Loebell from EY tell Cayman Funds.
Power behind the scenes: the role of fund directors
Comments such as “there should be more or better oversight” are regularly heard, but what does this mean and what do fund directors actually do? Mark Cook of IMS provides some insights.
The spirit of positivity
The annual Cayman Funds magazine roundtable, hosted by EY, adopted the topic of renewed optimism despite the headwinds for the funds industry on Cayman, reflecting the challenges of this ever-changing sector and the increasing positivity re-entering the space.
Protecting personal data: is the industry prepared?
The new Cayman Islands Data Protection Bill will regulate the future processing of all personal data in the Cayman Islands. Fund managers should take steps now to ensure that they understand their obligations, say Sailaja Alla and Peter Colegate of Appleby’s Cayman Islands office.
A reputation for excellence
Amid global regulatory changes and moves for ever greater transparency, Jude Scott, CEO of Cayman Finance, discusses how Cayman’s robust regulatory platforms will stand it in good stead as a flight to quality of financial services firms towards better jurisdictions takes place.
Under pressure: the changing landscape of investment management fees
As investors continue to increase their demands on fund managers, both sides are focused on the level and structure of fees. Philip Dickie and Christopher Bodden from Harbour examine the pressures and how fund managers are adjusting to them.