Fund Valuation Agent - 2026 Starting A Fund
From Alt Funds Network by Mike Schroeder, Skyler Steinke
January 22, 2026 · 17 min · Episode 140
About this episode
The episode discusses the role of valuation agents in alternative investment fund management with Monica Blocker.
Background: Monica C. Blocker is a Director of Business Development for Houlihan Capital. Ms. Blocker has been with Houlihan Capital since 2016 and is responsible for building and maintaining client relationships within the alternative investment space. Ms. Blocker provides level III valuation services for hedge funds, private equity funds, VCs, BDCs, SBICs, ‘40 Act funds, etc. Ms. Blocker’s international client base ranges from traditional alternative investment strategies to cannabis and digital asset funds. Description: In this episode of the Alt Funds Podcast, Mike Schroeder and Skyler Steinke are joined by Monica Blocker from Houlahan to discuss the role of valuation agents in the management of alternative investment funds. Monica explains what a valuation agent does, the types of funds that benefit from their services, and the process of working with them. The discussion covers various asset levels, the importance of independent valuations, and common mistakes fund managers make. The episode also touches upon the nuances of valuing digital assets and the evolving guidelines in this space. Tune in for in-depth insights into the essential role valuation agents play in…
People in this episode
Hosts: Mike Schroeder, Skyler Steinke
Guest: Monica C. Blocker
Topics covered
- fund valuation
- alternative investments
- valuation agents
- digital assets
- fund management
Keywords
- valuation agent
- alternative investment
- hedge funds
- private equity
- digital assets
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Houlihan Capital
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