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Manage cookie settingsPowering the Capital Lifecycle: IR & Fundraising Excellence
In the world of Alternative Investments, the ability to secure and retain capital is the ultimate differentiator. As the landscape becomes increasingly competitive, firms require more than just people they need strategic communicators and capital architects who can navigate a sophisticated LP environment.
At Meraki Talent, we bridge the gap between world-class investment firms and the elite IR and Fundraising professionals who drive AUM growth.
Why Meraki?
We don’t just fill vacancies; we consult on the human capital required to sustain a competitive edge. We understand that your IR team is the face of your firm, and your fundraising team is its engine.
- Global Distribution Reach: From Private Equity and Private Credit to Real Estate and Infrastructure, we source specialists with deep-rooted networks across Institutional, Retail, and Private Wealth channels.
- The Technical Edge: We identify talent that understands the underlying assets. We focus on professionals who combine soft relationship skills with hard analytical capabilities for complex RFPs and due diligence.
- Lifecycle Expertise: Whether you are a boutique manager raising Fund I or a global powerhouse managing multi-asset strategies, we tailor our search to your specific stage of evolution.
Specialist areas
Capital Raising
Strategic distribution, global placement agent management, and roadmap execution.
Investor Relations
Ongoing LP communications, stakeholder engagement, and high-impact AGM management.
Product Strategy
Technical messaging, market intelligence, and fund positioning against competitors.
Project Management
End-to-end RFP excellence, compliance oversight, and diligence workflow.
Digital Infrastructure
Data room architecture, CRM optimization, and reporting automation.
Strategic Reporting
Performance analytics, transparency initiatives, portfolio valuation and bespoke investor insights.
Killian Dougal | Alternative Investments Specialist
Killian leads our Investor Relations & Fundraising function, specializing exclusively in the lower and mid-market segments of the private markets. His expertise spans across real assets, private credit, and private equity, where he focuses on the unique talent needs of firms operating in this dynamic space.
He manages high-performing teams dedicated to the art of capital raising, helping GPs build out sophisticated IR and distribution functions that can navigate the nuances of a competitive fundraising environment.
With a deep grasp of the specific demands of the lower and mid-market, Killian brings a thoughtful, relationship-driven approach to recruitment. He excels at connecting top-tier IR talent with firms focused on driving real-world impact and long-term value.
