The Largest Network of Diverse-Owned Alternative Investment Firms

Members

178

Aggregate AUM

$ 520 B

Research Report

America at 250: How Private Capital Fuels Dynamism

Member Achievements

Congratulations to the 6 Member Firms Who Closed Oversubscribed Funds in the First Half of 2026

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Research Report

Retailization and the Future of Alternatives

Featured Event

September 29-30, 2026 | Washington, D.C. Register Now

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.

Sep 29

Sep 30

2026 Amplifying Alts Forum

September 29 - September 30, 2026 | Washington, DC

Mark your calendars now for our 2026 Annual Amplifying Alts Forum! We’re looking forward to gathering more than 350 LPs, GPs, and industry leaders for 5 events over 2 days to elevate manager performance, unlock fresh insights, and build lasting relationships across the alternatives ecosystem. This unique Forum experience was designed to spotlight diverse voices and foster deeper relationships—setting the stage for a more innovative, inclusive future. It's where the next era of private markets takes shape!

Sep 01

Sep 02

MBA Fellowship Kickoff

September 01 - September 02, 2026 | Washington, DC

We look forward to welcoming our 2026-2027 cohort of MBA Fellows in Washington DC. The kickoff event will introduce this outstanding group of second-year MBA students to NAIC and our members and provide details about how they will help NAIC advance its mission and gain in-depth experience across the alternatives industry during the 8-month Fellowship.

Sep 10

Virtual Event

Building for Scale: Strategic Talent and Leadership Architecture in Private Markets

September 10, 2026 | 11:00am ET

Join NAIC and Broadview Talent Partners to learn about the intersection of executive-level talent strategies and driving portfolio value. In the fast-evolving private markets landscape, a firm’s greatest leverage isn't just capital—it’s the leadership driving the portfolio. This exclusive fireside chat featuring Daphne Dufresne, Managing Partner, Awani Capital, and Christie Angel, Managing Partner, BroadView Talent Partners, will break down the blueprint for constructing high-performing teams.

NEW! 2025 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.