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aboutMany hedge funds and advisors talk about “absolute”, “risk-adjusted”, or “uncorrelated” returns. We take a different approach based on the following three principles:
- You cannot predict returns, but you can control risk.
- Risk is NOT volatility, risk is sustained losses.
- You want investments that avoid simultaneous sustained losses.
We apply these principles to build a hedge fund solution that is unique to you.
Why the Desert?
I’m biased – I love the desert! But …
The desert is a harsh environment where niche players excel.
With careful planning, the right tools, and skillful execution it is a rewarding place.
We see parallels between thriving in the desert and finding the right hedge funds.
Let us be your guide: Contact us today!
Many hedge funds and advisors talk about “absolute”, “risk-adjusted”, or “uncorrelated” returns. We take a different approach based on the following three principles:
- You cannot predict returns, but you can control risk.
- Risk is NOT volatility, risk is sustained losses.
- You want investments that avoid simultaneous sustained losses.
We apply these principles to build a hedge fund solution that is unique to you.
For a free consultation, call (+1 303 842 1669) or contact us today.
Why the Desert?
I’m biased – I love the desert! But …
The desert is a harsh environment where niche players excel.
With careful planning, the right tools, and skillful execution it is a rewarding place.
We see parallels between thriving in the desert and finding the right hedge funds.
Let us be your guide: Contact us today!
Ian Rayner
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Prior to founding Rayner Gobran, I was Chief Operating Officer and Director of Research for The Bornhoft Group, an award-winning pioneer in multi-manager CTA funds. As COO I built and ran our managed account platform ensuring institutional quality operations throughout our firm. As Director of Research, I developed statistical tools for delving deep into manager performance and building robust portfolios.
Our team placed billions of dollars with hedge funds. We allocated capital to the biggest names and the smallest niche managers. The Bornhoft Group won the 2012 InvestHedge Best 5 Year Managed Futures Fund and was nominated for the Pinnacle Awards 5-Year Best Multi-Advisor Futures Fund for 2013, 2014, and 2015.
Prior to TBG, I designed trading systems and developed a suite of tools for trading system evaluation. I built a statistical toolkit including cluster analysis, detection of change algorithms, and non-linear optimization techniques.
- BA & MA, Chemical Engineering, Queens’ College, Cambridge University
- MBA, The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
- FINRA Series 3, 30
- UK / US Citizen
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Strategic Partner
Tom Ducrot
Fides + Ratio and Rayner Gobran team up on hedge fund related projects for select clients. Recently, we have been working on innovative multi-manager funds. Tom and Ian co-wrote the Hedge Fund Operational Due Diligence Toolkit.
Before founding Fides + Ratio in 2017, Tom served as an Executive Director in Capital Introductions for Morgan Stanley from 2010 to 2016 specializing in quantitative strategies. Prior to his tenure at Morgan Stanley, Tom worked for Newedge (now Société Générale) in capital introductions for futures managers and investors.
Before joining Newedge, he was Head of Research and Portfolio Management for Cedar Partners, a $1bn+ AUM fund of hedge funds, spun out from Commerzbank. He restructured their entire hedge fund portfolio culminating in the sale of the fund to a leading European bank. Prior to Cedar Partners, he was responsible for opening Finaltis’ New York office.
- BS, Management, Dauphine University, Paris
- MS, Finance, ESCP School of Management, Paris
- FINRA SIE, Series 3, 7, 63
- Native French speaker, fluent English & Spanish
- EU / US Citizen
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Let’s discuss your goals for your liquid asset portfolio and how to achieve them. Call or use the contact form.
Phone: +1 303 842 1669
Location: Boulder, Colorado, USA
Business Hours: 8am – 5pm M-F Mountain