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| CRD # | 317466 |
| SEC # | 801-130768 |
| CIK # | 0002082961 |
| AUM | 225.3 M (2026-06-26) |
| Employees | 32 (25% Investors, 44% Brokers) |
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| Phone | 212-300-9355 |
| Address | 527 Madison Avenue New York, NY 10022 |
| Source | [IAPD] [EDGAR] [Website] [LinkedIn] |
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| Fees and Compensation — Form ADV Part 2A (3/27/2026) [Brochure] |
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Fees and Compensation CAIS Advisors provides, or anticipates providing, advisory services to private funds and anticipates receiving a management fee in the range of 0.15%-1.5%, as further described below for each fund. For the CAISCRED Private Credit Fund, LP, limited partners will bear a management fee accrued monthly and payable quarterly in arrears equal to 1/12 of 0.70% (0.70% per annum) on such limited partner’s invested capital. Each private fund is, or will be, governed by a limited partnership agreement and other offering documents that will provide, in detail, the fee structure relevant to each such fund. The terms of the subject compensation arrangement will be established at the time of the formation of each such fund. In addition to CAIS Adviser’s investment management fees, the Private Funds and, therefore the investors therein, bear any customary costs associated with fund operations, including, but not limited to, audit, transaction costs, administration, taxes, registration, legal and custodial fees. The Adviser may enter into side letter arrangements with certain investors in the Private Funds, in which it grants such investors preferential terms, such as reduced management fees and/or certain other favorable terms. CAIS Advisors provides, or is anticipated to provide, advisory services to registered investment companies and will receive, or is anticipated to receive, a management fee in the range of 0.15%- 1.5% for providing discretionary investment management services based upon a percentage of the net asset value of assets under management, in accordance with the terms of the subject registered investment company prospectus. These fees will generally be charged monthly or quarterly in arrears, or in advance. Each registered investment company will be governed by a prospectus and other offering documents that will set forth in detail the fee structure relevant to each registered investment company, as well as include important disclosures with respect to investment-related risks, macroeconomic considerations, and other potential conflict of interest issues, and other key disclosures. With respect to the CAIS Sports, Media and Entertainment Fund, CAIS Advisors receives a management fee at an annual rate of 0.95%, payable quarterly in arrears based upon the fund’s net assets, calculated as of the close of business on the last day of business of each calendar quarter (including any assets in respect of shares that will be repurchased as of the end of the quarter). More information about fees and expenses, including, but not limited to certain expense limitation and reimbursement agreements between the Adviser and the CAIS Sports, Media and Entertainment Fund, can be found in the CAIS Sports, Media and Entertainment Fund’s prospectus. In addition to CAIS Advisors’ investment management fees for the private and registered funds it will, or is anticipated to advise, the funds will bear operating costs such as, but not limited to, trading, legal, tax, audit and custodial fees. When the private and registered funds invest in other funds, the funds will pay a separate layer of management, operating, and trading expenses. More information relating to fund expenses is set forth in the applicable fund offering documents. Investor redemption requests will be subject to the specific terms set forth in the governing or offering documents of the respective fund. CAIS Advisors charges a $1,000 per annum flat fee for non-discretionary advisory services for model portfolios. There is no fee for accessing the “CAIS Advisors Model Portfolios” on the CAIS Platform. Performance Based Fees and Side-by-Side Management CAIS Advisors does not currently charge any performance fees, but may do so in the future. CAIS Advisors may allocate to certain funds that do have performance-based fees. |
| Account Minimums and Types of Clients — Form ADV Part 2A (3/27/2026) [Brochure] |
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Types of Clients CAIS Advisors provides, or is anticipated to provide, discretionary advisory services to private funds, and to registered investment companies. Each private fund will be governed by a limited partnership agreement and other offering documents that will provide, in detail, the investment and commitment minimums required to invest. Each registered investment company will be governed by a prospectus and other offering documents that will set forth in detail the investment minimum for each registered investment company. CAIS Advisors provides non-discretionary advisory services to institutional clients for the development of alternative investment model portfolios. CAIS Advisors provides investment advisory services for certain assets held by its parent company, Capital Integration Systems LLC. Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies and Risk of Loss Description of Methods of Analysis and Investment Strategies The Investment Committee of CAIS Advisors conducts a comprehensive analysis of all investments recommended for both private funds and registered investment companies. The committee is led by Neil Blundell, the Chief Investment Officer. The methods of analysis and investment strategies are tailored to the specific type of fund or model portfolio. 1. Research, Due Diligence & Investment Selection is based on: Management Team Review: The committee assesses the experience, track record, and stability of the underlying fund’s management team. Historical Performance: The committee evaluates the underlying fund’s historical risk and return characteristics to understand past performance and potential future outcomes. Sector and Concentration Risks: The committee analyzes an underlying fund’s exposure to various sectors and identifies concentration risks that could affect performance. Fee and Liquidity Structure: The committee reviews an underlying fund’s fee arrangements and liquidity provisions to ensure alignment with client goals and risk tolerance. Quantitative Analysis: The committee utilizes quantitative methods to analyze historical performance data, volatility measures, and correlation with other assets and strategies. The committee makes asset allocation and portfolio construction decisions based on statistical techniques such as mean-variance optimization. Other qualitative inputs are also utilized to aid in the decision-making process. Risk Metrics: The committee employs metrics such as the Sharpe ratio, loss ratio, maximum drawdown, and stress testing to gauge the risk profile of an investment. In addition, the committee employs additional metrics such as internal rate of return, multiple on invested capital, and distributions to paid in capital when evaluating private fund investments. Scenario Analysis: The committee conducts scenario and sensitivity analysis to understand how different market conditions might impact performance. Third-party Research: The committee uses third-party research and ratings to supplement its analysis and provide an additional layer of scrutiny. Other Relevant Factors: The committee considers additional elements such as fund strategy, market conditions, regulatory environment, and macroeconomic factors. II. Ongoing Monitoring is conducted by: Performance Tracking: The committee continuously monitors the performance of investments against benchmarks and objectives. Periodic Reviews: The committee conducts regular reviews of the investment portfolio to ensure it remains aligned with objectives and risk tolerance. Market Developments: The committee stays informed about market developments and adjusts investment strategies as necessary to respond to changing conditions. The Investment Committee generally meets on an ad hoc basis to discuss existing and prospective investments. Investments may be evaluated independently by a sub-adviser. The committee primarily invests for relatively long-time horizons, but market developments could cause investments to be sold more quickly. Description of Material Risks Associated with the Method of Analysis/Investment Strategy While our methods of analysis and investment strategies are designed to maximize returns and manage risks, it is important to acknowledge and understand the material risks associated with these approaches: Market Risk: The risk that changes in market conditions, such as economic events, political developments, or natural disasters, will negatively impact the value of investments. Management Risk: The risk that the fund’s management team may make poor decisions, fail to execute strategies effectively, or be unable to adapt to changing market conditions. Liquidity Risk: The risk that an investment cannot be sold quickly enough in the market to prevent or minimize a loss, particularly in periods of high volatility or low trading volumes. Concentration Risk: The risk that the fund’s performance will be significantly affected by a single investment, sector, or geographic area due to lack of diversification. Credit Risk: The risk that an issuer or counterparty will default on its payment obligations, leading to a loss of investment. Operational Risk: The risk of loss due to failures in internal processes, systems, or controls, including risks related to cybersecurity and data breaches. Regulatory Risk: The risk of changes in laws, regulations, or tax policies that could adversely affect the investment’s performance or the ability to execute certain strategies. Strategy Risk: The risk that the chosen investment strategy may not perform as expected under certain market conditions, resulting in lower than anticipated returns or higher losses. Leverage Risk: The use of borrowed funds to amplify investment returns, which can also amplify losses if the investment does not perform as expected. Valuation Risk: The risk that the value of an investment, particularly in illiquid or alternative assets, ... |
| Type | Form D Funds | Date | Sold | AUM |
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| Other | Caiscred Private Credit Fund LP | 2026-03-27 | ||
| PE | CAIS Sports Media and Entertainment Fund LP | [2024-11-21] | 53.9 M | 160.4 M |
| Filed 2025-04-09 (D) · Exemption 506(b), 3(c), 3(c)(7) · Remaining Indefinite · Duration One year or less · Revenue Decline to Disclose | ||||
| AUM Breakdown | Accounts | AUM ($M) |
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| By Client Type | ||
| (a) Individuals (other than high net worth individuals) | 0 | 0.0 |
| (b) Individuals (high net worth individuals) | 0 | 0.0 |
| (c) Banking or thrift institutions | 0 | 0.0 |
| (d) Investment companies | 1 | 0.0 |
| (e) Business development companies | 0 | 0.0 |
| (f) Pooled investment vehicles | 2 | 160.4 |
| (g) Pension and profit sharing plans | 0 | 0.0 |
| (h) Charitable organizations | 0 | 0.0 |
| (i) State or municipal government entities | 0 | 0.0 |
| (j) Other investment advisers | 0 | 0.0 |
| (k) Insurance companies | 0 | 0.0 |
| (l) Sovereign wealth funds and foreign official institutions | 0 | 0.0 |
| (m) Corporations or other businesses not listed above | 1 | 64.9 |
| (n) Other | 0 | 0.0 |
| Total | 4 | 225.3 |
| By Discretionary | ||
| Discretionary | 4 | 225.3 |
| Non-Discretionary | 0 | 0.0 |
| Total | 4 | 225.3 |
| By Non-United States Persons | ||
| Non-United States Persons | 0.0 | |
| United States Persons | 225.3 | |
| Total | 4 | 225.3 |
| Form D Directors | Role | # Filings | # Firms | 2011 - 2026 |
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| Cais Sme GP LLC | Executive Officer | 1 | 1 |
| EDGAR Form | CIK | 2011 - 2026 |
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| 3 | [0002082961] |
| Firm Profile (Form ADV) | |
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| Clients | 6 |
| Serves | Institutional |
| Fund Types | Private Equity |
| Form 3/4/5 Subject | 2011 - 2026 |
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| CAIS Sports Media & Entertainment Fund | |
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