private-markets-taxonomy

Allocator Types

This document outlines common allocator categories observed in private markets.

Family Offices

Private investment organizations managing capital on behalf of high-net-worth families. Allocation behavior varies by governance structure, generation, and liquidity requirements.

Pension Funds

Institutional investors managing retirement assets with long-duration liabilities and regulated allocation constraints.

Foundations & Endowments

Mission-driven allocators with perpetual capital horizons and recurring spending requirements.

Sovereign Wealth Funds

State-owned investment entities managing excess reserves or strategic national capital.