FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, February 13, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Chris Chakford, Founder and CEO of Divergent Capital Asset Management, highlights the growing trend among institutional investors to embrace Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO) services. He points to how OCIO's are acting as a means to integrate private equity, private credit, and real estate into their portfolios. With over 29 years of experience in financial markets, Chakford is positioning his firm at the forefront of this shift, recognizing the immense potential of these alternative assets in driving long-term growth and delivering superior risk-adjusted returns.

The demand for alternative investments, particularly those in private equity, private credit, and real estate, has surged in recent years. Institutional investors, such as family offices, registered investment advisors (RIAs), and other large asset managers, are increasingly looking for ways to diversify their portfolios and enhance their returns. "Integrating private equity, private credit, and real estate into institutional portfolios is no longer just an option – it's a necessity," says Chakford. "By leveraging Outsourced CIO services, institutions can access these exclusive opportunities while benefiting from a comprehensive, customized investment strategy."

The Growing Demand for Private Equity, Private Credit, and Real Estate
Private equity, private credit, and real estate represent some of the most attractive and lucrative alternative investment opportunities available today. Each offers unique benefits, including the potential for higher returns, diversification, and reduced volatility compared to traditional public market investments. However, these assets can be complex to navigate, requiring in-depth expertise and extensive networks to access the best opportunities.

"Private equity allows investors to participate in high-growth companies before they go public, while private credit offers diversification, capital preservation, and attractive yield versus public debt. Real estate, on the other hand, provides stable, long-term returns backed by tangible assets," Chakford explains. "Each of these alternatives has its advantages, but integrating them into a cohesive portfolio requires a level of expertise and careful management that many institutions may not have internally."

This is where Outsourced CIO services come into play. By partnering with firms like Divergent Capital, institutions can leverage specialized expertise to craft customized portfolios that incorporate these alternative assets, helping them capitalize on market opportunities while mitigating risk.

Outsourcing CIO Services for Customized Investment Strategies
According to Chakford, the key advantage of Outsourced CIO services lies in their ability to provide institutions with a highly tailored approach to investment management. "Each institution has unique goals, risk tolerances, and investment preferences," he says. "Through our Outsourced CIO services, we work closely with our clients to understand their objectives and craft personalized investment strategies that align with those goals."

Divergent Capital's team of investment professionals applies a rigorous due diligence process to every deal, ensuring that private equity, private credit, and real estate investments meet the firm's high standards of quality and risk management. "We assess each opportunity individually, evaluating its potential for growth, yield, and risk mitigation," Chakford explains. "This meticulous approach ensures that our clients are always positioned to achieve superior, risk-adjusted returns, regardless of market conditions."

Moreover, Outsourced CIO services allow institutions to access exclusive opportunities that may otherwise be unavailable. "As a result of our extensive network and market knowledge, we are able to offer our clients access to private deals that are not typically available through traditional channels," Chakford adds. "This access to customizable institutional products and strategies across the alternative landscape allows institutions to diversify their portfolios and enhance their return potential."

A key OCIO service Divergent provides clients is the ability to launch and operate custom private investment funds and special purpose investment vehicles designed, branded, and marketed under their name, not Divergent's. "The ability to enhance their brand by having a white-labeled alternative fund to attract and retain clients is a huge draw for wealth advisors, RIAs, family offices, and asset managers." Chakford explains. "Divergent provides strategic and tactical portfolio construction, sources institutional quality direct deals and strategies, and handles the entire backoffice for these funds. We make the client the star while quietly doing the work in the background."

The Competitive Advantage of Alternative Assets
For many institutions, integrating alternative assets like private equity, private credit, and real estate is a way to stay ahead of the competition. "As more and more investors realize the benefits of alternative investments, those who fail to incorporate them into their portfolios may risk falling behind," Chakford says. "Divergent's Outsourced CIO service enables institutions to gain a competitive edge by providing them with access to differentiated and exclusive investment opportunities."

These alternative assets help institutions weather market volatility. "Private equity, private credit, and real estate typically show less correlation with traditional stock and bond markets," Chakford explains. "As a result, these investments can serve as effective hedges against market fluctuations, helping institutions maintain stability during uncertain times."

By integrating these assets through a well-structured Outsourced CIO strategy, institutions can build portfolios that are not only more resilient but also better positioned for long-term growth. "We're focused on ensuring that our clients have the best possible opportunities to achieve their financial goals, even in challenging market conditions," Chakford adds.

A Future-Oriented Approach to Institutional Investing
The future of institutional investing is increasingly leaning towards alternative assets, and Outsourced CIO services are playing a critical role in that evolution. For institutions looking to diversify their portfolios, enhance returns, and manage risk, integrating private equity, private credit, and real estate through Outsourced CIO services is a strategic move that cannot be overlooked.

Divergent Capital's customized approach to investment management ensures that clients are positioned for success in a rapidly changing market. "At Divergent Capital, we are committed to providing our clients with access to the highest-quality opportunities across alternatives, including private equity, private credit, and real estate," Chakford concludes. "By integrating these alternatives into a tailored investment strategy, we empower institutions to achieve superior returns and long-term financial success."

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