Finance Monthly M&A Awards 2019 - Winners Edition

FINANCE MONTHLY M&A AWARDS 2019 30 ABOUT BRIDGE CONSULTING Bridge Consulting is an independent consulting firm servicing a broad range of global asset managers with fund structures domiciled in Ireland. The firm, which was established in 2005, provides regulatory compliance, risk management and fund governance solutions to 100+ asset management clients. The companies that Bridge supports range from large global investment firms to the more specialised niche boutique asset managers. Bridge supports 400+ funds in excess of €350 Billion AUM. Client firms are located all over the globe, spanning North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. In 2016, due to market demand, Bridge Consulting established its EU domiciled Super Management Company ‘Bridge Fund Management Limited’ (BFML) in Dublin. BFML provides Management Company (‘ManCo’) services to both UCITS funds and AIFs. As a new entrant to the Management Company industry, Bridge has quickly differentiated itself in terms of its professionalism, expertise, and the flexible approach it uses for its ManCo services. This allows clients select from a menu of tasks that is then customised to their specific needs. Bridge provides substance and support through BFML, not only through the provision of its own ManCo, but also by providing Bridge secondees to a client’s own proprietary ManCo. Bridge’s approach is to apply real world knowledge and experience to assist clients in developing and implementing practical solutions to meet their on-going requirements. In an age of ever increasing regulatory compliance demands our experienced team has developed a deep technical expertise which allows us ensure our clients constantly receive the right advice and support. Bridge focuses on developing long term relationships with our clients, each client being partnered with a dedicated Bridge team. Over objective is for our clients to find a high calibre comprehensive outsource solution that will drive true value. ABOUT PATRICK ROBINSON DIRECTOR Patrick Robinson has over 15 years experience in the Asset Management and Funds Services industry. Patrick began working as a consultant with Bridge Consulting in October 2009, before becoming Chief Executive Officer in August 2014. Patrick has an in-depth knowledge of UCITS and AIFM requirements and has project managed fund launches to include providing assistance on product development. He has established the risk, compliance and operational infrastructures of a number of asset management firms. Patrick joined Bridge Consulting from RBS Fund Services (Ireland) Ltd. where he headed the Operations Team responsible for the supervision and oversight of a variety of managers and service providers contracted to funds managed by RBS FSI. Prior to this Patrick worked with Olympia Capital (Ireland) Ltd. where he managed the Fund Accounting Operations for an array of clients with a diverse range of alternative fund products. He holds a Masters degree in Finance and Investment from the University of Ulster. E: patrick.robinson@bridgeconsulting.ie T: +353 (0)1 5669812 For Further Information Please Contact Mark Crossan +353 1 5669809 mark.crossan@bridgeconsulting.ie Bridge Fund Management Limited is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland