Nick Oates is a Vice President of Research & Due Diligence where he focuses on identifying and leading due diligence on alternative investment funds. Previously, Nick was a Vice President in the Alternative Investments group at Credit Suisse where he was responsible for leading and managing alternative investment fund investments. He invested globally and evaluated investments in private credit, real estate, venture capital, private equity and hedge funds. Nick has extensive experience within the alternatives investment industry. Nick received a BA in International Affairs from Lewis & Clark College.