

September 28, 2023
Nominate DEI Candidates for Complimentary Conference Registration
IPA Members, The IPA is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion within its membership and the broader alternative investments industry. As part of this commitment, the IPA, in collaboration…

September 14, 2023
The DI Wire: Industry Groups Bash SEC’s “Continued War on Technology”
Fourteen advocacy associations representing various aspects of the financial services industry voiced their strong opposition this week to the SEC’s proposed rule, Conflicts of Interest Associated with the Use of…

September 12, 2023
Think Advisor: Trade Groups Plead with SEC to Rethink Custody Rule Plan
The 26 groups — which include the Institute for Portfolio Alternatives — told SEC Chairman Gary Gensler in a letter that the agency should first “gain a better understanding of…

September 12, 2023
Investment News: SEC Chair Gensler fires back at GOP critics
During a Securities and Exchange Commission oversight hearing before the Senate Banking Committee, Chair Gary Gensler said the SEC has promulgated 22 final rules so far in his tenure, which…

August 16, 2023
Pensions & Investments: Industry Groups Urge SEC to Extend AI Proposal Comment Period
A coalition of 16 industry trade groups is calling on the Securities and Exchange Commission to extend the comment period on the agency's new artificial intelligence proposal, citing the proposal's…

August 3, 2023
BISNOW: Investors Looking To Seize On Depressed Property Valuations Create New Crop Of REITs
It may seem like an odd time to launch a new commercial property venture, with interest rates at a 22-year high and valuations of basically every property type dropping, but a…

July 27, 2023
Wealth Management: As the Opportunity Zone Program Nears Its End, Real Estate Pros Eye an Extension
Since their adoption, Opportunity Zones (OZ) have proven popular with developers, investors and communities seeking revitalization of blighted areas. The bill, however, only authorized the use of the OZs for…

June 13, 2023
Now Accepting IPA Board Nominations
IPA Members, The IPA and its Board of Directors have been responsible for shaping the future of our industry and portfolio diversifying investments through active, visionary leadership for more than…

May 23, 2023
InvestmentNews: How Innovations in Non-Listed REIT Redemption Programs Meet Investor Needs
The new generation of nontraded REITs has been designed with monthly or quarterly repurchase limits to align the interests of stockholders with the less liquid nature of the assets.

May 22, 2023
Wealth Management: Heavy Hitters Enter the BDC Space
Like it did with non-traded REITs, Blackstone forged a path by launching a large business development company. Other sponsors are following suit.

May 16, 2023
The IPA Team is Expanding – Now Hiring!
Immediate Openings Vice President / Director of Marketing and Communications - This role is a high impact, leadership position, requiring a strong background in communications and public relations. This newly…

March 30, 2023
IPASummit 2023: Your Voice for Alternatives in Washington
IPA's Anya Coverman and GrayRobinson's Doyle Bartlett joined WealthChannel’s Andy Hagans to discuss the upcoming IPASummit 2023, and the most pressing issues in the alternatives industry right now.

March 15, 2023
Fundfire: New Managers to ‘Spread Out’ Market Share of Alts Funds for Advisors (VIDEO)
Our president and CEO, Anya Coverman had the opportunity to connect with Tom Stabile at Fundfire on alternatives sales and performance for 2023 ...

March 15, 2023
Fundfire: Challenging Regulatory Terrain Ahead for REITs, BDCs, Interval Funds (VIDEO)
IPA president and CEO Anya Coverman, had the opportunity to connect with Tom Stabile at FundFire on sales and performance in 2023 ...

March 3, 2023
New Member Profile: AOG Institutional Diversified Fund (AOGFX), AOG Wealth Management Advisor
The IPA is honored to have AOG Institutional Diversified Fund (AOGFX), AOG Wealth Management Advisor as a member. Please take a few minutes to learn about their company and how they can…

February 28, 2023
The DI WIRE: Regulatory Perspective – The Path Ahead for Alts in 2023
Following downturns in the stock and bond markets, financial professionals and Main Street investors are turning to alternative investments to further diversify in a volatile market.

February 22, 2023
InvestmentNews: How will Washington Respond to the Explosion in Alternative Investments? (VIDEO)
IPA CEO Anya Coverman sits down with InvestmentNews anchor Gregg Greenberg to discuss the recent explosion in alternative investments in the face of market volatility, as well as potential regulatory…

January 30, 2023
Wealth Management: Nontraded REITs Able to Weather Redemptions
The wave of capital flowing into non-traded REITs in recent years has made a dramatic reversal. A surge in redemption requests has resulted in a staggering $12.2 billion in capital…

December 16, 2022
IPA Announces New Board Members and Chair-Elect for 2023
IPA Elects New Board Members and Appoints CNL Financial Group’s Chirag Bhavsar as Chair-Elect for 2023 We are pleased to announce the election of 11 new executives to our…

November 4, 2022
New Member Profile: John Hancock Investment Management
The IPA is honored to have John Hancock Investment Management as a member. Please take a few minutes to learn about their company and how they can help your business.…

November 3, 2022
PLAN ADVISOR: Private Real Estate Funds Are Up 7.4%. Can More DC Participants Get a Foot in the Door?
"We have seen huge growth in demand for alternative investing along with production evolution and regulatory changes …” says Anya Coverman, President and CEO of the Institute for Portfolio Alternatives…

November 1, 2022
Real Assets Advisor – Regulation Update: White House Announces Framework for Digital Assets
The Treasury Department released three reports President Biden asked for in an executive order issued in March — The Future of Money and Payments; Crypto-Assets: Implications for Consumers, Investors and…