EPISODE · Jan 17, 2026 · 17 MIN
Fund Administration - 2026 Starting A Fund
from Alt Funds Network · host Skyler Steinke, Mike Schroeder
Find us online: https://altfunds.io/ Email us with topic ideas: [email protected] Spotify: https://bit.ly/4afXcan Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4akXAUS Google: https://bit.ly/4am9oXk 🤝Podcast Sponsor: Richey May - Fund Audit and Tax Services Richey May Website: https://richeymay.com/industries/alternative-investments/ Reach out to Steve Vlasak: [email protected] Connect with Skyler Steinke: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skylersteinke Website: https://www.theascent-group.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message 00:20 Meet the Experts: Mike Schroeder and Skyler Steinke 00:57 Understanding Fund Administration 01:25 The Role of Fund Administrators 03:48 Investor Perspectives on Fund Administration 04:57 When to Involve a Fund Administrator 05:43 Qualities of a Great Fund Administrator 06:23 Technology in Fund Administration 08:02 Challenges in Crypto Fund Administration 10:14 Common Mistakes by New Fund Managers 14:42 Pricing Overview for Fund Administration 17:07 Conclusion and Contact Information Bigrock by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Disclaimer: Alt Funds Network LLC and its affiliates, episode guests, and the companies they represent do not provide tax, legal or accounting or investment advice. This material has been prepared for informational and educational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, accounting, and investment professionals before engaging in any transaction or making any financial or legal decision based on your specific situation.
What this episode covers
Background: Skyler Steinke is the Managing Director, USA at The Ascent Group, a global leader in fund administration specializing in traditional and digital asset funds. With over 20 years of industry experience, Skyler has been pivotal in launching and servicing many of the first digital asset funds since 2015, and has led over 200 digital asset funds and 300 public and private funds. A recognized expert in generative AI, blockchain, and fintech innovation, Skyler has successfully implemented AI-driven fund administration workflows and automated portfolio reconciliation processes, enhancing efficiency and scalability. Previously, he held leadership roles at DwellFi, Stonegate Global Fund Services, Trident Trust, Ultimus Fund Solutions, and Formidium, focusing on business development and technology integration. Skyler is also the co-founder and co-host of the Alt Funds Network Podcast, where he shares insights on alternative investments and the future of fund management. He holds a certification in Blockchain Technologies from MIT Sloan, a Series 3 FINRA license, and certifications in Generative AI Applications and machine learning. Description: In this episode of the Alt Funds Network, host Mike Schroeder sits down with Skyler Steinke, Managing Director of the US for the Ascend Group, to discuss the intricate world of fund administration. Sponsored by Richie May, which provides audit and tax services for alternative investment funds, this episode is part of a series aimed at emerging managers. Skyler explains the role of a fund administrator, the importance of net asset value (NAV), and the essential services provided such as accounting, investor servicing, AML/KYC, and treasury management. The discussion also touches on the evolving technology in fund administration, the unique challenges of managing different types of funds including crypto, and the best practices for emerging fund managers. Learn about the critical role fund administrators play in ensuring the success and credibility of investment funds. Contact information for Richie May and Skyler Steinke is provided in the episode description.
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