Corporate Governance In Hedge Funds: Investor Survey 2011

Foreword

The increased focus on the quality of governance on hedge fund boards comes as a direct result of higher levels of institutional investment in hedge funds coupled with the higher governance standards that they require post- 2008. In addition, the pace of globalisation is relentless, and as a consequence we are seeing investors asking for solid and consistent governance standards that can be replicated across the hedge funds industry, regardless of domicile.

The publication of this research paper comes at a time when the investor community is becoming energised about the standards of board-level governance on hedge funds. As institutions seek to increase their allocations to hedge fund strategies, they are also seeking to ensure that high levels of governance, oversight and responsibility exist and are consistent with global governance standards.