how it works
A model built for results–and for you.
Leverage our institutional process of sourcing, vetting, and monitoring.
step 1
Sourcing & Diligence
Deal flow powered by deep network access and institutional-grade vetting.
step 2
Aligned Investment
We invest alongside our members, ensuring alignment and a shared commitment to performance.
step 3
Ongoing Oversight
Performance tracking, investment partner engagement, and investor services–handled by our team, not yours.
10 East Membership
“We've built an investment firm where economic interests are aligned – across members, shareholders, and investment partners – with material personal capital invested in all offerings.”
Michael Leffell
Founder & Chairman
The 10 East Difference
Institutional due diligence
Risk mitigation (adverse selection, fraud, etc.)
Aligned interests
Incentives drive outcomes
Experienced investment team
High-quality sourcing and execution
Deal-by-deal portfolio construction
Flexibility to adapt to market environment
Efficient access
Lower all-in fee loads
VS.
Funding Platforms
Deal-by-deal portfolio construction
Flexibility to adapt to market environment
Efficient access
Lower all-in fee loads
Private Wealth
Institutional due diligence
Risk mitigation (adverse selection, fraud, etc.)
Deal-by-deal portfolio construction
Flexibility to adapt to market environment
Investment Clubs & Networks
Deal-by-deal portfolio construction
Flexibility to adapt to market environment
Efficient access
Lower all-in fee loads
| What makes us different | Funding Platforms | Private Wealth | Investment Clubs & Networks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Institutional due diligence Risk mitigation (adverse selection, fraud, etc.) | ||||
Aligned interests Incentives drive outcomes | ||||
Experienced investment team High-quality sourcing and execution | ||||
Deal-by-deal portfolio construction Flexibility to adapt to market environment | ||||
Efficient access Lower all-in fee loads |
Prospective, qualified members are invited to an introductory membership appointment with a member of our team to ensure a mutual fit for our platform.
Our Members
Our members are typically self-directed investors with existing familiarity in private market investing. Members include founders, partners, and portfolio managers from industry-leading investment firms.¹
“I was particularly attracted to 10 East because of its investment DNA (vetted, private market opportunities in both off-the-run funds and deals) and its high-quality, internal investment team that does the work.”*
Ted Seides
Founder, Capital Allocators
*Mr. Seides is a 10 East member, advisor, investor and shareholder. He was not compensated for providing this quote.
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