Friday Frame: Alts in Focus—Key Challenges for RIAs
August 7, 2025
Why RIAs Require More Than Strategy – The Case for Operational Edge
As interest in private markets continues to surge, RIAs face a new challenge—not access, but execution. While client demand for alternative investments remains strong, many firms are now confronting the operational complexities that stand in the way of scaling effectively.
To deliver alternative investments successfully and at scale, RIAs must go beyond investment strategy. They need to build internal infrastructure, streamline administrative processes, and selectively leverage technology and outsourced partners to bridge the gap between ambition and execution.
This shift is being driven by two critical realities:
Operational Complexity: Private market strategies demand more operational lift than many RIAs are built for—complex subscriptions, capital calls, NAVs, and reporting stretch lean teams. Without the right infrastructure, even strong investment ideas struggle to scale.
Scaling with Technology and Partnerships: Leading RIAs are addressing these demands by building ops teams and partnering with tech and admin providers. These solutions reduce manual work, improve efficiency, and let advisors focus on clients—not paperwork.
Topics Covered:
- Why operational readiness is critical to scaling private market offerings
- How RIAs are using technology and partnerships to streamline complexity
