Blackridge, a private investment firm established in 2019, is known for its focus on volatility-based investing and disruptive technologies. The firm’s portfolio includes investments in private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, growth equity, non-investment grade credit, real assets, and secondary funds on a global scale.

With a portfolio exceeding $1.7 billion in private capital, Blackridge serves public and private institutional clients. The firm is expanding into the United Arab Emirates market, aiming to leverage opportunities in emerging markets.

Nathan Gauvin, Founder, CEO, and CIO, leads Blackridge. With over seven years in the alternative investment sector, Gauvin previously served as an Investment Partner at Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) and co-founded TaxBit in 2017.

Blackridge’s investment strategy emphasizes identifying emerging trends and opportunities that drive productivity and wealth creation. The firm employs a research-driven approach, utilizing its in-house research and quant team to uncover investment opportunities.

The firm’s diversified investment mandate spans various asset classes and geographies, enabling the creation of tailored investment portfolios for institutional clients. Blackridge prioritizes risk management and capital preservation, employing risk analytics and stress-testing models to monitor and mitigate portfolio risk.

Blackridge also emphasizes research and technology, supported by an in-house team developing algorithms and software solutions for hedge funds, banks, and large institutions.

The expansion to the UAE marks a strategic shift for Blackridge, reflecting its efforts to enhance its global presence and diversify its operations and investment portfolio.