Team Offsite – Aligning initiatives, expanding our fund’s vision
We are excited to share that the latest onboarding round for the 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗨𝗦 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱 has successfully closed and we’re very pleased with the strong interest shown in our systematic investment strategy and long-term vision.
Board Meeting Wrapped ✅
With the 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗨𝗦 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱 completing its first quarter on August 1st, we held a board meeting to review progress, address challenges, and align on next steps.
We are proud to announce the official launch of the Yearn US Fund!
After years of development and research, our systematic hedge fund focused on U.S. equities is now live! Powered by our proprietary investment system and supported by a robust operational foundation, the fund is designed to deliver strong long-term returns. A big thank you to our partners, AssetCare, Rabobank, Interactive Brokers, DM Financial, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Automat-it & Techs, as well as our advisors, Huib Boissevain & Richard Frehé, who have supported us along the way.
How Van Druten Capital leverages cloud infrastructure to invest smarter!
Speed, scalability, and security are critical when managing a systematic fund. That’s why we partnered with Amazon Web Services (AWS) as our cloud service provider to deploy our automated investment management system.
Van Druten Capital believes that strong investment performance starts with a solid operational foundation.
That’s why we work with trusted, experienced partners across key areas of our business. This enables us to deliver excellence across all aspects of our fund while allowing us to focus on what we do best: building and managing a systematic investment strategy designed to provide long-term value.
Our first board meeting of 2025!
With the Yearn US Fund officially launching on May 5th, the meeting focused on operations, legal, and fundraising. During the session, our fund manager, Jeroen Van Druten, presented the progress made over the past quarter: streamlining operations, kicking off fundraising, and completing the fund’s legal framework.
Meet Richard Frehé: Advisor to Van Druten Capital
We are pleased to introduce Richard Frehé as a key advisor to Van Druten Capital. With his deep expertise in financial regulation, governance, risk management, and compliance, Richard plays a crucial role in shaping our regulatory strategy and business operations. Richard is the Managing Director of Consulting at DM Financial, a global service provider to the financial services industry with a specific focus on fund and asset management. DM Financial specializes in (amongst others) financial and regulatory reporting, internal audit & ISAE assurance, and regulatory consulting, combining global expertise with a local approach. With over 250 staff including 100 qualified accountants, Richard and the team at DM have the expertise to help financial entities navigate complex regulatory landscapes while strengthening governance, risk, and compliance frameworks.
Meet Huib Boissevain: Advisor to Van Druten Capital
From the very beginning, Huib Boissevain has played a crucial role during the startup phase of Van Druten Capital. His strategic guidance, industry insights, and belief in our vision have been instrumental in shaping the firm’s foundation.
Meet AssetCare: Our Fund Administration Partner
We are pleased to have AssetCare as our fund administration partner. Since 2006, AssetCare has been a well-established name in the world of investment funds and institutional investors. We have partnered with AssetCare to set up and administer the Yearn US Fund, allowing us to focus on delivering the best results for our investors.
Meet Jeroen van Druten: Founder and Fund Manager of Van Druten Capital
Jeroen Van Druten founded Van Druten Capital in 2022, driven by his passion for finance, data, and solving complex problems. With a strong background in econometrics and quantitative finance, he developed Van Druten Capital’s proprietary investment management system, which now powers the Yearn US Fund.