Fund of hedge funds manager AltEdge Capital Management has opened a new subsidiary in Geneva, AltEdge Capital (Suisse), to focus on business development and client services across continen

Fund of hedge funds manager AltEdge Capital Management has opened a new subsidiary in Geneva, AltEdge Capital (Suisse), to focus on business development and client services across continental Europe.

AltEdge says the move follows strong growth in assets and products for the firm last year. 'Establishing a presence in Switzerland reflects the strong growth in our business over recent years, and enables us to be closer to our investor base so that we can better service them.' says president Eric de Candia.

Christophe Martin is joining AltEdge Capital (Suisse) as managing director to focus on business development and client services various countries in continental Europe. He has more than 15 years experience in wealth management and corporate finance in London and Switzerland.

Says AltEdge chairman Chris Goekjian: 'Christophe's considerable experience in wealth management and corporate finance, along with his extensive contacts in the financial services industry, offer vital qualities from which we can further develop and service our continental European client base.'