BLUE SAND SECURITIES, LLC
BETHESDA, MD

Blue Sand Securities, LLC, established in 2012, is a Florida-based company specializing in alternative asset fundraising and hedge fund representation. The firm leverages over 50 years of collective experience from its principals, who are seasoned private entrepreneurs, to provide comprehensive advisory services to fund managers. These services encompass investment opportunities, business planning, compensation strategies, partnership dynamics, and hiring advice. Blue Sand also offers a supportive platform for entrepreneurial Registered Representatives lacking the resources to establish their brokerage firms independently. The company ensures these representatives receive essential due diligence, compliance, and business development support, aligning them with Blue Sand's proven infrastructure. Michael Cooney, a key figure in the firm, founded Blue Sand Securities after an illustrious career that includes significant roles such as building Visitalk.com—a $45 million venture bankrolled by Goldman Sachs and Wit Capital—and pioneering strategic services at Citigroup, which grew fund of fund assets from $100 million to over $2.5 billion. Holding a prestigious MBA from The Wharton School coupled with extensive knowledge in securities licenses, Michael brings exceptional expertise to Blue Sand. Patrick, another essential partner focusing on asset mobilization, targets large institutional investors across the U.S. and Europe and actively screens new managers while crafting bespoke marketing strategies for them. Besides his role at Blue Sand, Patrick has established Merion Investment Management LP—a significant event-driven hedge fund—and remains active in founding projects such as Integrated Ag LP and Context Summits LLC. Nelson, responsible for managing the firm's marketing initiatives, brings a diverse background encompassing strategic development in venture-backed technology to public policy. His experience spans leading federal product engagements with VentureGov Group, incubating successful technological exits through Milestone Equity Partners, and providing leadership services via Fidelis Group. Additionally, Katherine plays an integral role within Blue Sand's operations by balancing asset management for Hedge Fund clients with compliance, support services, and business optimization. Her multifaceted experience also includes a tenure as Chief Compliance Officer at Merion Investment Management LP. Blue Sand Securities is incorporated in Florida, holding FEI number 900387722 and has its mailing address in Natick, MA. The firm stands committed to offering compliance supervision and regulatory adherence for both in-house and external affiliates operating within the industry.