Institutional Discipline. Global Reach. Trusted Stewardship.
BlueCrest Capital Management Ltd (U.S.) serves as the North American hub of a globally recognized investment management group — bridging macro insight, quantitative precision, and fiduciary responsibility.
Company Overview
A Regulated U.S. Subsidiary of a Global Asset Management Group
Founded in 2019, BlueCrest Capital Management Ltd (U.S.) operates from Denver, Colorado, with USD 50 million in registered capital.
The firm is registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and licensed under FinCEN as a Money Services Business (MSB).
It functions as the strategic execution and compliance center for the Group’s activities across North America, supporting institutional investors through regulated multi-asset strategies, macro research, and cross-border capital management.
Our Mission & Philosophy
Purpose-Driven Investment with Global Integration
Our mission is to deliver resilient, data-driven investment solutions that align with institutional objectives and withstand complex market cycles.
We integrate three pillars across all mandates:
Macro Intelligence
informed by top-down economic analysis
Quantitative Rigor
guided by proprietary modeling and scenario testing
Risk Governance
anchored by institutional controls and compliance oversight
Together, these principles enable us to generate sustainable long-term value while upholding regulatory excellence and fiduciary duty.
Governance & Compliance Culture
Regulated Integrity at Every Level
BlueCrest U.S. adheres to strict governance and compliance protocols designed to meet and exceed SEC and FinCEN standards.
Our operational framework includes:
Three Lines of Defense
front-office controls, independent risk oversight, and internal audit
AML / CFT Programs
aligned with FinCEN guidelines and global best practices
Data Protection & Cybersecurity
implementing secure infrastructure and encryption standards
Independent Audits & Reporting
ensuring transparency and accountability
Every decision, process, and transaction is conducted within a robust regulatory environment to protect clients and maintain market integrity.
Our Global Network
Connecting Markets, Strategies, and Capital
As part of the BlueCrest Capital Management Group, the U.S. branch collaborates closely with offices in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, aligning global research, macro strategies, and cross-border asset flows. This integration empowers clients with access to multi-region insights, 24-hour market coverage, and globally diversified opportunities under a unified governance framework.
Leadership Team
Experienced Professionals Leading with Purpose
Our leadership brings decades of cross-market experience, spanning investment management, risk governance, and institutional operations.
David Andrew Hajel
Director
Oversees U.S. strategic planning and compliance; drives institutional partnerships and governance excellence.
Alessandro Khalid Al-Ferrara
Chief Investment Officer
25+ years in macro and multi-asset allocation; leads global investment strategy and cross-border portfolio design.
Sarah Mitchell
Chief Operating Officer
Former Goldman Sachs operations leader; responsible for process optimization and compliance automation.
Jonathan Reyes
Chief Risk Officer
Certified FRM & CPA; designs and monitors risk frameworks across fixed income and derivatives.
Emily Chen
Chief Financial Officer
Former Citi North America finance executive; manages capital structure, reporting, and financial oversight.
Omar Al-Farouq
Managing Director
Specialist in Middle East–U.S. capital flows; drives sovereign fund partnerships and energy asset strategies.
Our Values
Guided by Principles that Endure
- Integrity – Acting with transparency and responsibility in every decision
- Excellence – Pursuing institutional standards of precision and rigor
- Accountability – Upholding compliance and fiduciary obligations
- Innovation – Leveraging research and technology for smarter outcomes
- Partnership – Building trust-based relationships with clients and regulators
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- Comply with Indian SEBI regulatory requirements
- Submit annual reports and audit documents regularly
- No major violation record
- Adhere to a transparent, stable and sustainable development strategy
Includes regulatory information, governance structure, and service framework.
BlueCrest Capital Management Ltd (U.S.) is registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and licensed by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) as a Money Services Business (MSB). This material is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer or solicitation of securities.