Institutional insight.
Practical guidance.

About Iron Creek

Iron Creek was founded by James Gallagher — a Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) with over 15 years of experience spanning operations, due diligence, and business development across the alternative investment landscape.

James’s career has taken him from a Fortune 500 consumer finance company to senior roles at alternative investment firms focused on hedge funds, venture capital, and real estate. As Managing Director at Lamco Alternatives Advisors / Griffin Asset Management, he helped grow the firm’s AUM to $300 million at its peak while overseeing investment operations and supporting investor relations.

Iron Creek exists to bring that same institutional-grade discipline to consulting engagements — helping fund managers, family offices, and allocators navigate the complexity of alternative investments with clarity and confidence.

Designation

Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA)
The premier global designation for alternative investment professionals.

Built on a decade and a half of alternative investment expertise.

Education

MBA - DePaul Driehaus College of Business
Also holds a Masters in Accounting & Financial Management from Keller Graduate School

Background

Managing Director, Lamco/Griffin Asset Management
Also holds a Masters in Accounting & Financial Management from Keller Graduate School

Services Built for the
alternatives space

Operational Due Diligence

Comprehensive ODD reviews on hedge funds, private debt, and alternative managers — evaluating infrastructure, risk controls, and governance against institutional standards.

What We Do

Iron Creek works with investment managers, allocators, and emerging fund sponsors who need experienced, senior-level guidance — without the overhead of a full-time hire.

Fund Marketing & Strategy

End-to-end strategy and collateral development — pitch books, DDQs, fact sheets, investor presentations, and email campaigns designed for sophisticated allocators.

Investor Relations Support

Serving as a liaison between fund managers and investors, supporting reporting, newsletters, and communication infrastructure that builds long-term LP trust.

Investment Operations

Process design, oversight, and optimization for investment operations — including K-1 coordination, reporting workflows, and third-party administrator management.

Emerging Manager Advisory

Hands-on guidance for emerging fund sponsors — from launch strategy and website development to rebranding, fundraising materials, and early-stage capital introductions.

Investment Opportunity Analysis

Evaluation of opportunities across hedge funds and private debt, including deal term negotiation for separately managed accounts and special purpose vehicles.

Track Record

Selected investment experience.

Private Debt

Private Credit Opportunities

Analysis and deal term negotiation on private debt vehicles and separately managed accounts.

Venture Capital

Early-Stage & Seed Capital

Pitch book development, investor presentations, and capital sourcing for early-stage companies seeking seed funding.

Real Estate

Real Estate Alternatives

Experience with alternative investment firms focused on real estate fund structures and investor reporting.

* Representative experience. Specific investment details available upon request.

Hedge Funds

Multi-Strategy Managers

Due diligence, operational review, and ongoing monitoring of long/short equity and multi-strategy hedge funds.

Get in touch

Let's discuss what Iron Creek
can do for you.

Whether you’re launching a fund, evaluating an investment, or looking to strengthen your operational foundation,
Iron Creek is ready to engage.