Outsourced Trading
Institutional Execution, Simplified Operations
In today’s 24-hour global markets, maintaining an in-house trading desk means constant technology upgrades, expanding compliance requirements, and the challenge of covering multiple time zones. The costs and complexity continue to rise while the margin for error shrinks.
RCM Alternatives delivers a better approach: institutional-grade trading capabilities without the operational burden of building and maintaining your own desk.
The Modern Trading Challenge
Investment managers today face unprecedented operational complexity. Consider what running an in-house trading desk actually requires:
Technology Infrastructure: Market data feeds, trading platform licenses, exchange connections, order management systems, risk management platforms, and constant software updates and patches.
Human Capital: Experienced traders across multiple shifts, ongoing training programs, backup coverage for absences, and the perpetual challenge of recruitment and retention.
Compliance & Risk: Real-time monitoring systems, regulatory reporting capabilities, audit trails, and the expertise to navigate evolving requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
Cost Structure: Annual expenses easily reaching hundreds of thousands or millions of dollars before executing a single trade.
For many firms, these resources could be better deployed in alpha generation, client service, or strategic growth initiatives.
Clearing & Execution
Global Access. Institutional Infrastructure. Boutique Service.
As one of the industry’s few fully independent introducing brokers, RCM delivers access to a network of 10+ FCMs and 30+ global exchanges through a single relationship.
We specialize in futures and options execution for discretionary, systematic, and quantitative strategies, providing both electronic and voice trading across all major markets.
Our Edge:
Multi-FCM Access: Optimize capacity, margin, and credit through a unified infrastructure
24/6 Global Trade Desk: Seamless execution coverage across time zones
Multiple Execution Protocols: API / FIX, voice, IM, spreadsheets, or advanced algos
Risk & Reporting Integration: Custom position and P&L reporting in your preferred format
Experienced Trading Team: Veteran professionals from both electronic and floor trading backgrounds
Whether you’re trading 10 lots or 10,000 contracts, RCM ensures speed, precision, and transparency—backed by the confidence of institutional-grade clearing operations.
Capital Introduction
Matching Trading Talent with Aligned Capital
RCM’s Capital Introduction (Cap Intro) platform bridges the gap between allocator interest and manager expertise. We leverage long-standing relationships with family offices, institutional investors, and FoFs, supported by our extensive marketing and content channels.
What Sets RCM Cap Intro Apart:
Strategic Matching: Pair managers with investors that fit their style, strategy, and capacity
Allocator Network: Deep relationships across HNWI, family office, institutional, and international investors
Co-Branded Visibility: Exposure via “The Derivative” podcast, digital content, and events
Precision Targeting: Direct introductions based on investor mandates and sector preferences
Proprietary Channels: Exclusive Asia-focused initiative providing unique mainland China access
When combined with our marketing ecosystem, RCM’s Cap Intro delivers meaningful engagement—not just introductions.
Startup Support
Launch Your Fund. We’ll Handle Everything Else.
Launching a fund is supposed to be about proving your edge in the markets. Instead, most emerging managers spend their first year buried in legal documents, regulatory filings, and compliance infrastructure that have nothing to do with generating returns.
RCM’s Attain Portfolio Advisors provides a complete outsourced solution so you can focus on what you’re actually good at, trading.
We’ve Launched Dozens of Funds
Not as consultants who hand you a checklist and wish you luck. As operators who serve as your registered Commodity Pool Operator, handle your compliance, and manage your investor onboarding from day one.
When an allocator runs due diligence on your fund, they’re looking for institutional infrastructure. We help you show up with that credibility without the headcount it typically requires.
What We Handle
Regulatory & Compliance We’re the registered CPO. You maintain investment discretion while we manage filings, regulatory obligations, and ongoing compliance requirements.
Fund Formation & Legal From entity structuring to offering documents, we coordinate the legal process so you’re not managing attorneys while trying to raise capital.
Investor Onboarding Subscription documents, KYC/AML, investor communications—handled. Your investors get professional experience from first contact.
Institutional Visibility Your fund receives DTCC eligibility, CUSIP assignment, and a Bloomberg ticker. Allocators can find you in the systems they already use.
The Real Cost of Going It Alone
We talk to managers every month who tried to launch without infrastructure support. The story is usually the same: $75,000+ in legal fees before raising a dollar, compliance surprises that forced expensive restructuring, and allocator meetings that died because the operational story wasn’t credible.
The cost of getting it wrong isn’t just money, it’s your first year.
How It Works
$20,000 upfront for fund setup
0.15%–0.50% annually on fund assets
$3M minimum at launch
Ready to Talk?
No long sales process. Tell us about your strategy and timeline, and we’ll tell you exactly how we can help.
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Marketing Assistance
Amplify Your Reach. Grow Your Brand. RCM’s marketing support transforms complex investment strategies into clear, investor-ready narratives. Leveraging the same multi-channel engine that powers our thought leadership and investor engagement efforts, we help managers build visibility, credibility, and lasting market presence.
Comprehensive Marketing Toolkit
Co-Marketing Campaigns: Partnered events and cross-promotions with leading exchanges and industry platforms
Manager Spotlights: Featured exposure across RCM’s blog, podcasts, newsletters, and webinars
Content Development: Editorial support for whitepapers, pitch decks, and market commentary
Digital Distribution: Targeted email campaigns and curated investor outreach
Event Support: Custom materials, booth branding, and coordinated pre- and post-event communications
Our marketing platform doesn’t just promote managers—it integrates them into RCM’s ecosystem of allocators, advisors, and industry peers.
Expanded Marketing & Engagement Support Beyond distribution, RCM works closely with managers to refine positioning and sharpen messaging. This includes pitch deck review and feedback, featured appearances on RCM podcasts, hosted Lunch & Learn sessions, webinars, and collaborative event programming. Each initiative is designed to create meaningful touchpoints with investors while reinforcing credibility and consistency across every interaction.
FAQs
Who can work with RCM Alternatives?
We partner with hedge funds, CTAs, CPOs, and fund managers seeking institutional infrastructure, multi-FCM access, and business development support.
Can RCM help me start a new fund?
Yes. Our Startup Support and Outsourced CPO solutions (through Attain Portfolio Advisors) provide a fully managed path to launch, from compliance to operations.
Do I need to already have assets?
No. RCM supports early-stage and emerging managers alongside established names, helping you scale with credibility and investor access.
How does the Capital Introduction program work?
After due diligence and onboarding, our team strategically introduces approved managers to relevant allocators through structured meetings, events, and digital marketing.
Is marketing support included?
Yes. Our marketing team offers co-branded opportunities; webinars, articles, podcasts, and event features, helping expand your visibility within RCM’s ecosystem.
China Funds
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