Last week, Miami Hedge Funds Week was buzzing with energy, optimism, and opportunity as industry leaders, fund managers, and investors gathered to discuss what’s next for the alternative investment space. Marco Martins (Cayman), Ian Gobin (London), and Kerry Anderson (BVI) from m.advisory were on the ground, engaging with key players and witnessing firsthand the enthusiasm around capital deployment, regulatory shifts, and the growing role of offshore structures.
One of the strongest takeaways from the event was the overwhelming enthusiasm for putting money to work. Across panels and networking events, there was a clear sense that capital, which had been waiting on the sidelines, is now ready to move.
“It seems everybody is keen to put money to work in the US—whether it’s the excitement around AI, the new administration, or expectations around deregulation and what that will mean for PE exits, IPOs, and M&A. There’s a lot of excitement that the economy is going to be unleashed, and people just want to be in the game.” – Marco Martins.
This shift in sentiment reflects a broader confidence in the market, with investors eager to capitalise on emerging opportunities, particularly in private equity, hedge funds, and digital assets.
Cayman’s dominance as the jurisdiction of choice for fund structuring was unmistakable throughout the conference. The market clearly understands that Cayman structures provide the gateway for global investor capital to access investment opportunities efficiently.
“Cayman was out there in force—everyone was interested in learning more about Cayman funds and structures, whether they already had one or needed to set one up.” – Ian Gobin
With significant investor interest in structuring vehicles that align with the shifting regulatory and market landscape, discussions around Cayman’s fund structures, regulatory advantages, and flexibility were front and center.
While Cayman remains the heavyweight in fund structuring, BVI continues to carve out its own niche, especially in approved manager solutions and ICO/tokenization discussions. Having representation from both jurisdictions at the event allowed m.advisory to showcase a full suite of solutions.
“It was awesome to have the three of us—myself, Ian, and Kerry—because we could talk both about Cayman and the BVI. The BVI Approved Manager was a key topic, and we also had some great conversations around tokenisation” – Marco Martins
This interest in tokenisation and digital assets highlights a growing trend: investors are increasingly looking for efficient, well-regulated jurisdictions to structure and launch tokenized investment products.
Beyond the technical discussions, the scale and energy of the event were undeniable. With over 10,000 people descending on Miami for both Hedge Funds Week and other alternative investment conferences happening simultaneously, the city became a hub for deal-making and high-level networking.
For m.advisory, this event reaffirmed its position as a key player in structuring solutions for alternative asset managers. Whether it’s setting up Cayman funds, navigating BVI structures, or advising on digital asset strategies, the team remains at the forefront of helping clients capitalise on market momentum with precision and expertise.
If you’re looking to structure a fund or explore offshore solutions that align with evolving investor demands, m.advisory brings together decades of top-tier experience to ensure your structure is optimised and the best in its game for efficiency, compliance, and long-term success.