Experience & Process Drive Success
From identifying promising hedge fund investment opportunities to conducting thorough investment and operational due diligence, our experienced team is committed to providing thoughtful guidance.
With our insights on portfolio construction, we aim to support the client in making informed portfolio management decisions to navigate the complexities of the hedge fund investment landscape.
We provide comprehensive Portfolio Reporting and Fund Investment Due Diligence and Operational Due Diligence.
We assist clients with investment structuring as well as facilitating subscription and redemption transactions.
Masterpiece Advisors
Senior Leadership Team
Aaron Sweeney
Founder/CEO/Head of Advisory
Aaron Sweeney has nearly 25 years of experience in the hedge fund industry and currently serves as the founder and Head of Advisory of Masterpiece Advisors, a hedge fund advisory firm dedicated to servicing a diverse global institutional client base. In this role, he utilizes his deep understanding of market dynamics to provide strategic insights and tailored advisory solutions to clients navigating complex investment landscapes. Prior to founding Masterpiece, Aaron held managing partner roles at Analytical Research from 2009 to 2018, where he played a crucial role as Director of Research and later Chief Strategist. During his tenure, he developed and implemented strategies that significantly enhanced the firm’s advisory capabilities and solidified its position as a multi-billion AUA hedge fund advisor. Earlier in his career, from 2004 to 2009, Aaron was a sales and proprietary trader at Bank Hapoalim and Investec, where he traded a variety of equity and equity derivative instruments. In 2006, he took on the challenge of running the trading operations of an equity tail risk product at Southpole Capital, demonstrating his ability to innovate and adapt in a rapidly changing market environment—even if it was two years ahead of its time. Aaron began his hedge fund career in 2001 within the Hedge Fund Structured Products division of Zurich Financial Services, which later became part of BNP Paribas Equity Derivatives following an acquisition in 2003. His early exposure to equity derivatives and structured products laid the groundwork for his comprehensive understanding of hedge fund operational and investment intricacies. Aaron holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Cornell University, where he cultivated the analytical skills and strategic thinking that have defined his successful career in the hedge fund industry.
Maureen Hladky
Director of Operational Due Diligence
Maureen Hladky is a seasoned professional in the field of Operational Due Diligence (ODD), currently serving as the Head of Operational Due Diligence at Masterpiece. In this pivotal role, she leverages her extensive experience to conduct operational due diligence reviews on all client invested and approved list managers on the Masterpiece platform. Prior to her current position, Maureen excelled as the Head of Operational Due Diligence at Analytical Research from 2011 to 2018, where she significantly contributed to the firm's ODD framework and operational risk assessments. Maureen's deep expertise in hedge fund due diligence was cultivated during her tenure at Pioneer Alternative Investments, a prominent hedge fund of funds firm, from 2001 to 2010. Initially serving as a investment due diligence generalist covering a diverse range of strategies, she ultimately focused on the Equity Long/Short strategy. Maureen's career began at CIBC World Markets (formerly Oppenheimer & Co., Inc.), where as a Director in the Asset Management Division's Business Control Group, she provided critical research and compliance oversight on closed-end funds. Maureen is a graduate of Adelphi University, holding a Bachelor of Science in Management and Communications.
Alice Healy
Investment Due Diligence Research Supervisor
Alice Healy started her career in the global asset management industry in 1996 serving as a due diligence analyst in the asset management division of Oppenheimer & Co., Inc. After its merger with CIBC in 1998, Ms. Healy joined the firm’s newly created Alternative Asset Management team as a senior analyst working on the firm’s first fund of hedge funds offering. In 2000 she joined Momentum Asset Management, a UK based fund of funds business to work in their Bermuda office where she established and ran their global due diligence effort. In 2002, Ms. Healy moved to New York City to set up the Momentum Asset Management NY office which focused entirely on global investment due diligence. In 2003, the purchase of Momentum Asset Management by UniCredito completed and Ms. Healy was named Head of Research for Unicredito’s alternative fund of fund business, Pioneer Alternative Asset Management (PAAM). Ms. Healy was responsible for the team of analysts dedicated to the oversight and due diligence for the fund of funds’ alternative investment products which grew from $100 million to $1 billion in assets under management under her supervision. During her time as Head of Research, she relocated to Pioneer Alternative Asset Management’s headquarters in Dublin, Ireland where she oversaw the PAAM Investment Committee and global due diligence process. In 2005, Ms. Healy and the original founders of Momentum Asset Management formed Mazuma Asset Management, a UK based fund of funds to run specialized event driven products focusing in private equity, distressed and event driven funds. Ms. Healy ran Mazuma’s global due diligence and portfolio allocations for the firm. In 2011 Ms. Healy returned to the United States to form her own firm, Quillman Partners where she conducted due diligence for family offices, investment boards and advisory businesses. Since 2019, Ms. Healy had consulted to Analytical Research on numerous projects and has maintained strong professional relationships with key members of the Analytical Research team. Most recently Ms. Healy consulted to Masterpiece Hedge Fund Services focusing on due diligence related projects. In 2021 Ms. Healy formally joined the Masterpiece team to focus moving funds through the various IDD checkpoints of the research pipeline.
Masterpiece Advisors
Business Management & Analyst Team
Kai Gayles
Business Manager
Kai Gayles serves as the Business Manager at Masterpiece Advisors, where she plays a pivotal role in supporting the firm's operations across a myriad of essential functions. Her diverse responsibilities encompass general administration, human resource management, office administration, and meticulous hedge fund document record keeping. Kai's organizational prowess and attention to detail ensure that the firm operates efficiently. Before joining Masterpiece Advisors, Kai gained valuable experience as an administrative assistant at Analytical Research, where she developed a strong foundation in office management and operational support. This background has equipped her with the skills needed to navigate complex administrative tasks and support the firm's strategic objectives effectively. Kai earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from The University of Albany, providing her with a unique perspective on team dynamics and interpersonal relationships that enhances her effectiveness in her current role. Her contributions are integral to the smooth functioning of Masterpiece Advisors, enabling the team to focus on delivering exceptional service and investment insights to their clients.
Murphy McMahon
Hedge Fund Associate
Murphy McMahon serves as a hedge fund associate at Masterpiece Advisors, where he is integral to the firm's due diligence and client advisory. In this dynamic role, Murphy engages in a variety of critical functions, including rigorous investment due diligence, strategic portfolio rebalancings, and comprehensive performance reporting. His analyses and insights directly influence advisory decisions. Prior to his tenure at Masterpiece Advisors, Murphy honed his expertise on the investment operations team at Harvard University’s endowment. This experience allowed him to gain invaluable insights into hedge funds, private equity, and venture capital, equipping him with a deep understanding of diverse investment vehicles and their roles in portfolio management. Recently, Murphy graduated Cum Laude from Northeastern University with a Bachelor of Science degree in finance. His academic accomplishments, combined with his practical experience, empower him to make significant contributions to Masterpiece Advisors, positioning the firm for continued success in the competitive hedge fund consulting industry.
Chris Langie
Hedge Fund Analyst
Chris Langie serves as a hedge fund analyst at Masterpiece Advisors, where he plays a vital role in evaluating investment opportunities and contributing to the overall strategic direction of the firm’s clients’ portfolios. His responsibilities extend beyond analysis; he is instrumental in preparing comprehensive financial reports and conducting thorough auditing processes to ensure accuracy and compliance within the funds the firm recommends to clients. Before joining Masterpiece Advisors, Chris developed a strong foundation in investment management with his personal capital, where he employed a blend of systematic and discretionary strategies across various asset classes, including equities, derivatives, foreign exchange, and cryptocurrencies. This experience has equipped him with a robust understanding of market dynamics and investment strategies. Currently, Chris is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Finance at the University of Utah's David Eccles School of Business, with an anticipated graduation date of May 2025. His academic background, combined with his professional experience, positions him as a valuable asset in the hedge fund analysis field.