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ACTIVE
Global HQ
Chapel Hill, United States
Countries of investment
  • United States
  • Canada
  • United Kingdom
  • China
Investment stages
  • Seed
  • Series A
Industries
  • Blockchain
  • Crypto
  • Web3
  • Fintech
About
Morgan Creek Capital is an asset management firm founded in 2004 that provides investment access to 'The Endowment Model'. The firm specializes in alternative asset classes, including venture capital, private equity, and digital assets, aiming to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns for its clients.
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Investment Thesis

Morgan Creek Capital employs 'The Endowment Model' of investing, focusing on creating diversified portfolios across various asset classes for institutional and high-net-worth clients. Their venture strategy targets early-stage technology companies, with a significant and specialized focus on the blockchain and digital assets ecosystem through their Morgan Creek Digital arm. Their unique approach is providing access to institutional-quality alternative investments, including venture capital and private equity, that are typically inaccessible to a broader investor base.
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Manager's Experience

The firm is led by Founder, CEO, and CIO Mark W. Yusko, who previously served as the CIO for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's endowment fund. The leadership team, particularly within its Morgan Creek Digital arm, includes partners with entrepreneurial backgrounds and prior experience at major tech firms like Facebook and Snapchat. Their collective expertise spans traditional endowment-style investing, venture capital, and a significant focus on blockchain technology and digital assets.

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Team

Mark W. Yusko - Founder

CEO & Chief Investment Officer

Christopher A. Long - Managing Partner

Michael D. Forstl - Managing Partner

J. Scott Juceam - Partner

General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer

Brian Penly - Partner & Chief Financial Officer

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