Today, there are more registered investment managers than there are stocks on the NYSE. Investment consulting firms help investors decide which managers are best suited for specific investment objectives. Good performance suits everybody, but things like geography, philosophy, personalities and process help investors and investment managers make it through those times when performance isn't so...suitable.

In order to search for managers, consultants compile databases of information gathered over time from managers via monthly, quarterly and annual questionnaires. There are also several organizations that compile generic manager databases for resell and several new online sources that directly connect investors to qualified money managers. Today, we know of hundreds of investment consulting firms and over 40 databases that these firms use to help sort out which managers are right for which investors.

Each database, publication or other source that is compiled creates more work for money managers who wish to promote their services. Completing these questionnaires and mandate-specific Requests for Proposals (RFPs) is an essential marketing function, often requiring at least one full-time associate. If you don't have the time or resources to manage your distribution of information to investment consultants, third party databases, industry publications and other interested parties, we can help. Call us now at (866) 922-8733, ext. 2 or send an email to info@asapas.com for more information.

After a thorough review of your performance history and marketing materials (including your Form ADV, Web site, brochure and marketing presentation), we will recommend specific databases, consultants and/or research firms that we believe will improve your visibility in the marketplace and help you increase your assets under management. Upon your approval, we will register your firm with each database and complete all online questionnaires on your behalf. You'll work with a dedicated Client Service Manager who will be responsible for managing the flow of your data from your desk to the databases. Your Client Service Manager will also be your go-to person for any questions you may have.

To expedite the process, we can extract account-level data from your portfolio accounting system (e.g., Advent Axys®, etc.) and populate the databases quickly, accurately and consistently using our proprietary automated data entry tools. Each update is manually reviewed by a QA Specialist to verify that it is complete and correct. Our ManagerQuest platform includes a drag 'n drop feature to further streamline the data collection process. We continuously update your firm and product information (qualitative and quantitative) throughout the year upon receipt of new data from your team. Information published includes:

• Firm Overview (History, Ownership, Compliance)
• Performance, Composite Information, GIPS Status
• Assets Under Management
• Top Clients, Client & Account Turnover
• Product Descriptions, Product Policies
• Portfolio Characteristics (Turnover, Range of Holdings)
• Fundamental Characteristics (P/E, ROE, Earnings Growth)
• Current Allocations (Sector, Country, Currency)
• Fees (Schedule, Minimums, Calculated Ranges)
• Personnel Statistics, Biographies
• Market Commentary

A customized ManagerQuest® Website is used to collect, organize, store and share your data files and completed database profiles. ManagerQuest provides real time updates on the progress of our data distribution effort on your behalf. This allows your marketing services team the ability to monitor and report the status of the database population effort to management, sales, portfolio managers and product managers. Your secure and private Data Library and other information are available to you and your team at all times, from anywhere in the world. Click here to schedule an online demo.

With ManagerQuest®, both parties benefit. The consultants and database managers receive the information they want: firm introduction, product descriptions, investment characteristics, composite performance, fee schedules, staff profiles, portfolio holdings, and assets under management data - in the format they want, when they want it. You gain valuable time to spend on more strategic - and less administrative - marketing activities. You also gain peace of mind knowing that your firm information is accurate and up-to-date in the industry's leading databases.