Bank of New York Mellon - http://www.bnymellon.com

The Bank of New York Mellon delivers a comprehensive set of solutions to help hedge fund managers control, manage, and grow their business. We support virtually all investment vehicles — regardless of structure, domicile or investment strategy. We offer U.S. and offshore fund administration, accounting and portfolio services, investor services, corporate secretarial services, fund creation, tax services, and compliance.  Our technology platform features automated reconciliation, independent valuation, and robust fund and investor level reporting capabilities.  Our services, technology, and expertise provide the operational solutions that allow managers to focus on investment strategy and fund performance.

Citigroup - http://www.transactionservices.citigroup.com

Citi’s Investor Services, a unit of Global Transaction Services, is a leading global provider of administration, accounting and tax services for alternative investment products.  Investment managers of hedge funds, fund of funds and private equity funds turn to Citi’s Transaction Services for innovative and tailored solutions.  Citi Global Transaction Services is a trusted custodian with more than U.S. $11 trillion in assets under custody, globally and offers a complete array of products designed specifically for fund of funds including custody, financing and foreign exchange services.

HSBC - http://www.hsbcnet.com/hss

Alternative Fund Services (AFS) is HSBC Group's core provider or fund administration services to the alternative sector. With more than 40 years in the business the AFS team has significant experience, knowledge and understanding of the industry and provides an expansive range of specialist services. AFS continually invests in its people, processes and technology to provide clients with a consistent, quality service – delivered through seamless solutions.

For more information please visit us on the web at www.afsfunds.com or contact Brian Lucente at 212.715.6449 or brian.lucente@us.hsbc.com.

KPMG - http://www.kpmg.com/

Personalized service, in-depth industry experience and a global network of resources are the foundation of KPMG's Alternative Investments Practice.

With an integrated network of over 600 audit, tax and advisory professionals focused on hedge funds and alternative investments, our vast experience in this industry is what differentiates KPMG and allows our professionals to provide superior professional services to the alternative investments marketplace.

Northern Trust - http://www.ntrs.com

Northern Trust understands that no two hedge funds are alike. As such, we offer a degree of customization usually associated with boutique fund administrators but with the advantage of being a leading asset service provider. We understand the importance of providing valuation expertise and reporting accuracy via a client servicing team recognized for its strength and stability

With Northern Trust as your fund administration partner, you will enjoy the freedom to focus on your core business - meeting investment objectives.

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) - http://www.difc.ae

The DIFC is the world's newest international financial centre. It aims to develop the same stature as New York, London and Hong Kong.  It primarily serves the vast region between Western Europe and East Asia. Since it opened in September 2004, the DIFC has attracted high calibre firms from around the globe as well as its region. A world-class stock exchange, the Dubai International Financial Exchange (DIFX), opened in the DIFC in September 2005.  The DIFC is a 110-acre free zone. It is part of the larger vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, together with the Government of Dubai, to create an environment for progress and economic development in the UAE and the wider region.

Sector Focus
The DIFC focuses on several sectors of financial activity: Banking and Brokerage Services; Financial Markets; Wealth Management; Re-insurance and Captives; Islamic Finance; and Professional Service Providers.Financial institutions may apply for licences in the above sectors. Firms operating in the DIFC are eligible for benefits such as a zero tax rate on profits, 100 per cent foreign ownership, no restrictions on foreign exchange or repatriation of capital, operational support and business continuity facilities.Financial services in the DIFC are regulated to international standards by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA). For information, please visit www.difc.ae

CME Group - http://www.cmegroup.com

CME Group is an entity formed by the merger of CME and CBOT. We bring more than 250 years of expertise to the global marketplace, and are the largest and most diverse exchange in the world for trading futures and options. We offer the widest range of benchmark products available on any exchange that cover all major asset classes, such as interest rates, equity indexes, foreign exchange, commodities, energy, and alternative investments.

CME Group
20 S. Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL  60606
312-930-1000 – Telephone
312-930-8219 – Fax
info@cmegroup.com
www.cmegroup.com

Duff & Phelps Corporation - http://www.duffandphelps.com

Duff & Phelps Corporation (NYSE: DUF) is a leading provider of independent financial advisory and investment banking services, supporting client needs principally in the areas of valuation, transactions, financial restructurings and disputes. Founded in 1932, the company's mission is to protect, recover and maximize value for its clients, by providing independent and unbiased advice on issues related to highly technical and complex assessments of value.

With over 1,000 employees serving clients worldwide through offices in the United States, Europe and Asia, Duff & Phelps is committed to delivering insightful advice and service of exceptional quality, integrity and objectivity.

Fidelity Prime Services - http://www.fidelityprime.com

Fidelity Prime Services® provides a prime brokerage platform that allows for the optimal execution of your investment strategy. We provide securities lending, execution, financing, reporting, clearance and custody for sophisticated institutional managers, particularly those who utilize long/short strategies in the U.S. equity and fixed-income markets. With our dedicated trading and services teams, your business is our sole priority.

Fidelity Prime Services® is part of Fidelity Capital Markets Services, a division of National Financial Services LLC, Member NYSE, SIPC.

Merrill Lynch - http://www.ml.com

Merrill Lynch is one of the world's leading wealth management, capital markets
and advisory companies with offices in 38 countries and territories and total client assets
of approximately $1.8 trillion. As an investment bank, it is a leading global trader and
underwriter of securities and derivatives across a broad range of asset classes and serves
as a strategic advisor to corporations, governments, institutions and individuals
worldwide. Merrill Lynch owns approximately half of BlackRock, one of the world's
largest publicly traded investment management companies with more than $1 trillion in
assets under management. For more information on Merrill Lynch, please visit
www.ml.com.

Rothstein Kass - http://www.rkco.com

Rothstein Kass' Financial Services Group provides services for alternative investments (hedge funds, fund of funds and private equity funds), broker-dealers and registered investment advisors. Start-ups and established entities benefit from our highly specialized and expert staff. We keep an eye on the economic, tax and regulatory issues impacting your business so you can focus on money management. Rothstein Kass was recently ranked as the #1 accounting firm service provider for hedge funds by Alpha magazine. 

Stark Investments - http://www.starkinvestments.com/

Stark Investments is a global alternative investment firm providing multi-asset investment capabilities through a diverse array of fundamental and quantitative investment strategies to investors worldwide.  We invest on behalf of qualified institutions and private individuals with the objective of achieving attractive returns while limiting and controlling risk through sophisticated hedging and portfolio management techniques.

Stark Investments, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was founded in 1992 by Brian Stark and Mike Roth.  We have since grown to become one of the largest alternative investment firms in the industry, with over $14 billion in investor capital under management and twelve office locations around the world.

Tannenbaum Helpern Syracuse & Hirschtritt LLP - http://www.tannenbaumlaw.com

For over 25 years, Tannenbaum Helpern has provided legal services and expertise to hedge fund clients navigating the rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), National Futures Association (NFA) and National Association of Securities Dealers, Inc. (NASD). It has kept abreast of the recent proposals issued by the SEC.

The Firm's Financial Services and Capital Markets Department has a long tradition of advising clients on US and non-US funds, funds of funds (registered under the 40 Act and those not), investment adviser issues, securities law matters, futures, swaps, derivatives regulation and assisting in structuring options and customized arrangements. Tannenbaum Helpern is also well versed in the rapidly evolving area of specialized capital formation, including structured finance and principal protected and fund linked products, as well as assisting managers with exit strategies and employment issues.  The tax department of the Firm is up to date on US and non-US tax matters affecting the industry as well as estate planning issues facing managers and their principals.

The Firm's attorneys apply their skills and expertise in these areas while taking the time to understand the client's needs, always mindful of collateral issues  such as money laundering, blue sky, privacy, potential estate planning and tax issues.

Whitney Group - http://www.whitneygroup.com/

Since its inception 25 years ago, Whitney Group has distinguished itself as the leading global executive search firm focused solely on financial markets. With practice groups that span both the buy- and sell-sides, Whitney Group is uniquely positioned to serve clients at the forefront of innovation in alternative investment management. From their offices in New York, Boston, London and Hong Kong, Whitney Group consultants have developed an exceptional track record of recruiting senior-level professionals to leadership positions throughout the industry.

For more information, please visit www.whitneygroup.com.

Caledonian Fund Services - http://www.caledonian.com

Caledonian Fund Services administers offshore and domestic US hedge funds from offices in the Cayman Islands, the Isle of Man, Chicago and Orlando. Services include fund accounting, shareholder services, registered office, anti-money laundering compliance, fund of fund custody and web reporting. Caledonian offers tax-consulting services from its Chicago office and Caledonian Bank Limited offers banking facilities from its head office in the Cayman Islands.

The Caledonian Group has over 35 years experience in the financial industry and employs a leading technology platform including Advent's Geneva portfolio accounting system and Infosys' Finacle banking system.

Caledonian's combination of a preeminent technology platform, industry expertise, jurisdictional coverage and a commitment to personalized service distinguishes Caledonian Fund Services as the administrator of choice for hedge funds and fund of funds.

Eisner Financial Services Group - http://eisner.com

Eisner LLP is one of the premier accounting and business advisory services firms in the US. Eisner provides auditing, accounting and tax services, as well as corporate finance, corporate governance and risk management services, legal support, information technology and other professional services to a broad range of clients, with a special focus on financial services. We work with businesses ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 in size, including approximately 70 public companies. Headquartered in New York City, with offices in New Jersey, Long Island, and the Cayman Islands, we serve companies throughout North America.  As an independent member of Baker Tilly International, Eisner is helping clients worldwide.
 
Our Financial Services Industry Group serves the audit, accounting, tax, and operational and regulatory needs of businesses ranging from start-ups to large global operations. Clients include hedge funds, funds of funds, private equity funds, registered investment advisors, mutual funds and broker-dealers. 

Equity Fund Services - http://www.equityfundserices.com

Equity Fund Services is part of the Equity Trust Group,  the world's leading provider of trust and fiduciary services. The Group currently employs over 1000 staff in 30 countries.  For over 15 years, Equity Fund Services has build up a portfolio of around $ 16 Bn of hedge funds, funds of funds, private equity funds and real estate funds. We offer a complete suite of services including structuring, incorporation, directorships, fund accounting, shareholder services and custody.

Equity Fund Services has a global presence in Amsterdam, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Curacao, Guernsey, Hong Kong, Jersey, London, Luxembourg, Malaysia and New York.  Equity Fund Services is flexible on fund size, strategy and service locations.

ICAP - http://www.icap.com

ICAP is the world's premier voice and electronic interdealer broker, with an average daily transaction volume in excess of $1.5 trillion, more than 50% of which is electronic.  In the US, ICAP is the first authorized broker, and brokered the first Total Return Swap, for derivative transactions based on the Radar Logic Residential Property Index (RPX).  www.icaprlfixing.com is the official RPX daily market price fix for 25 US metropolitan statistical area (MSAs) composite and cities.

Newedge Group - http://www.newedgegroup.com

Newedge offers a full range of clearing and execution services covering options and futures contracts for financial products and commodities, as well as for money market instruments, bonds, FX, equities, and commodities on OTC markets. Newedge provides a range of value added services, including prime brokerage, asset financing, an electronic platform for trading and order routing, cross margining, and the centralized reporting of client portfolios. Newedge gives its institutional clients access to over 70 markets and has a presence in 25 major global financial centers.

PFPC - http://www.pfpc.com

PFPC is a premier provider of processing, technology and business solutions to the global alternative investment industry. We offer securities and investor services to U.S. and non-U.S.domiciled funds and other commingled investment products. Our multi-jurisdictional, multi-fund capabilities allow us to process complex fund structures ― hedge funds, fund of funds, private equity, and master/feeder funds.

RBC Capital Markets - http://www.rbccarlin.com

RBC Prime Brokerage provides a framework to support hedge funds in all stages of their life-cycle, regardless of size. We forge partnerships with every manager, offering a powerful combination of high-touch development and marketing services, along with advanced technology.

We provide a range of services and capabilities to enhance all of our hedge fund partnerships, including:

• Securities Lending
  
• Portfolio Margining
  
• Proprietary, Advanced Execution Platform—RBCAccel
  
• ‘High-Touch’ Service Model
  
• North American Research Coverage
  
• Comprehensive Portfolio Reporting Suite
  
• Innovative Capital Introduction Program
  
• Electronic Soft-Dollar Services—CAM Connect®
  
• Pre- & Post-Trade Analytics—RBC STAT®
  

Reuters - http://www.reuters.com/hedgefunds

Reuters is a leading provider of financial content, data management software and trade & risk management solutions for the Hedge Fund industry. Reuters tools and content, both real-time and historical are helping Hedge Funds to run their businesses more efficiently. By utilizing Reuters experience in delivering data and helping Funds distribute the data throughout their organization, Fund managers are free to focus on what they do best; manage the portfolio.

Scotia Capital - http://www.scotiacapital.com

Scotia Capital represents the global corporate and investment banking and capital markets businesses of the Scotiabank Group, one of North America's premier financial institutions. With operations in Canada, the U.S., and Mexico, Scotia Capital is uniquely positioned to provide a true NAFTA wholesale banking platform. We offer a wide range of customized products and services to hedge fund managers on a global basis.  For further information visit www.scotiacapital.com or www.scotiahedgefundservices.com.

US Bancorp - http://www.usbfs.com

 Since 1969, clients have come to rely on U.S. Bancorp Fund Services for innovative service solutions and industry expertise.  U.S. Bancorp Fund Services has built its reputation on offering the broadest range of top-quality mutual fund and alternative investment product services. The expertise, vast resources and state-of-the-art technology of U.S. Bancorp Fund Services provides clients with the efficiencies, economies, and personalized service they desire. Our expertise extends from mutual funds to a wide variety of alternative investment products, including limited partnerships, hedge funds, separately managed accounts, offshore funds, private equity funds and funds of funds.  Whether you choose our complete package of fund services or specific individual services, U.S. Bancorp Fund Services has the service solutions necessary for your success.