Cedric Dingens

Researcher
DISC Type : Cs

Head of Investment Solutions & Alternative Investments at NS PARTNERS

Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland

Overview

Cédric Dingens is the Head of Investment Solutions & Alternative Investments and a Member of the Executive Committee at NS PARTNERS. He specializes in hedge fund selection, quantitative analysis, and portfolio management. He holds a degree in Mathematics and Economics from Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Mines de Nancy and is a Certified Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA).

Cédric shows a deep passion for his field that extends beyond his professional duties. He is actively involved with organizations such as the CAIA Association and AIMA, reflecting a strong commitment to continuous learning and staying at the forefront of the alternative investment industry.

He has built his entire career at NS PARTNERS, progressing from a Portfolio & Risk Manager in 2008 to his current executive role.

Personality Overview

Cost Conscious

Detail Oriented

Self-Disciplined

The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof.  They are thorough and always follow a systematic approach. Being observant comes to them naturally.

Topics They Care About

Alternative Investments
As Head of Alternative Investments, he frequently speaks on topics like private assets and the role of alternatives in institutional portfolios.
Hedge Fund Selection
His role is centered on hedge fund selection and due diligence, a topic he often discusses in industry publications.
Risk Management
Previously served as the Head of Risk Management at NS PARTNERS, indicating this is a core area of his expertise.

Media Appearances

Cedric has no verified media appearances

Work History

10-2016
Head of Investment Solutions & Alternative Investments at NS PARTNERS
7-2015
Board Member at Pensofinance SA
5-2006 - 9-2016
Head of Risk Management & Partner at NS PARTNERS
3-2002 - 4-2006
Portfolio & Risk Manager at NS PARTNERS
6-2001 - 8-2001
Engineer Internship at Banque Internationale à Luxembourg (BIL)

Education

1999 - 2002
Mathematics & Economics from Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Mines de Nancy
1996 - 1999
Classe Préparatoire Scientifique from Kléber High School

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Exp : 23 Location : Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Head of Investment Solutions & Alternative Investments at NS PARTNERS
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Insights For Selling To Cedric

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Share a one-off customer success story but keeps the focus on highlighting objective, numerical results
  • Preferably use email to follow up with them instead of phone or Linkedin, engage by asking question or opinions
  • If they are not asking many questions, nudge them to ask questions rather than just starting to talk yourself

DONT's

  • Avoid winging it with them particularly, answer a question only if you know the answer well
  • Do not sound overly eager, modulate your energy levels especially if you are generally enthusiastic
  • Don't ask them to move fast, let them take their time and digest all the information

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Cedric is

  • Adoption by others is very important to them, followed by confidence in ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Cedric

  • They don’t say no often, they push out the decisions or keep going around in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Cedric move?

  • They don't like to hasten, so their speed of decision-making may be slow.
  • Can Cedric take some risk or not?

  • They have little willingness to take risks, and prefer making calculated decisions.

You And Cedric

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