The Largest Network of Diverse-Owned Alternative Investment Firms

Members

175

Aggregate AUM*

$ 447 B

Investor Spotlight

Q&A with Derek Jones: Reflecting on 35 Years of Championing Diversity in Alternatives

Member Profile

Bridging the Gap Between Oklahoma Startups and Venture Capital

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Featured Event

Performance, Perspective, Possibility

October 1-2, 2025 | Los Angeles. California Learn more

Exclusive Article

NAIC Member Firms Surpass Fundraising Targets Despite a Challenging Market

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Member Highlight

Oversubscribed Fund:
BharCap Partners II

Actual $652M

Target $500 M

Over +$152 M

Connecting Diverse-Owned Firms, Institutional Investors, and Industry Professionals

Our innovative programs and initiatives have set the standard for the alternative investment industry.

We create meaningful interactions between our member firms and institutional investors. We educate and empower the next generation of diverse general partners and alternative investment professionals.

Explore Our Industry-Leading Programs & Initiatives

Connecting Managers and Capital

Developing Skills and Competencies

Providing Data and Insights

Propelling Diverse Careers

Upcoming Events

Check out our upcoming events to see what NAIC offers.

Oct 01

Oct 02

Featured Event

In-Person Event

Amplifying Alts Forum

October 01 - October 02, 2025 | Los Angeles, CA

Join us in Los Angeles for our inaugural Amplifying Alts Forum, where more than 350 influential General Partners, Limited Partners, and industry leaders will gather to elevate manager performance, unlock new perspectives, and fuel what’s possible. The two-day experience was designed to spotlight diverse voices and foster deeper relationships across the alts landscape—setting the stage for a more innovative, inclusive future.

Jul 17

Investor Roadshow

Virtual Event

Institutional Investor Roadshow hosted by Intentional Endowments Network

July 17, 2025 | 11:00am ET

The NAIC Institutional Investor Roadshows are members-only events that bring together high-ranking investment managers with limited partners and government officials to share insights and market intelligence as well as network. These forums also give potential investors an opportunity to connect with NAIC members and provide a platform to discuss manager performance, investment strategies and relevant emerging manager programs. These exclusive events are for institutional investors, government officials, and C-level investment executives who want to interact and build relationships.

NEW! 2023 Report Now Available

Biennial Private Equity Performance Study

Our biennial publication examines the returns of NAIC private equity member firms compared to the broader market. This critical research piece showcases the consistent outstanding performance of diverse private equity managers and strengthens the case for the inclusion of these managers in institutional investor allocations.

Since 1971

The National Association of Investment Companies

Through education, advocacy and innovative programs, NAIC is focused on increasing the flow of capital to high-performing diverse investment managers.

Additionally, NAIC produces unique and compelling research on the performance of diverse managers and executes initiatives to strengthen and position the managers for future success.

Meet Our Member Firms

Our growing population of member firms invests across the full spectrum of alternative investment strategies.

Members range from first-time fund managers to those with billions of dollars in assets under management (AUM).

Our member firms have a substantial impact on the global economy, investing in companies that drive innovation and employ more than 3 million globally.