Flexible. Scalable. Fractional.
Legal, Compliance, HR, and Operational complexities continue to amplify in the private capital sector. Partner with AirGC to design, implement, and manage your internal Legal & Compliance function - at a fraction of the cost of comparable expertise.
In-House Expertise, On-Demand
Private capital investors and managers are unique - facing bespoke challenges and opportunities based on individual investment strategies and evolving industry environments. AirGC's model is designed to integrate directly within the four walls of your firm to develop solutions tailored to your business. AirGC seamlessly operates as your in-house counsel to deliver value for your team.
Fractional = Flexible + Scalable
Business demands are never a constant, particularly in the private capital space. AirGC's fractional model puts control back in your hands to flexibly activate and scale support based on real-time demand – without the commitment of a full-time legal team. AirGC's pricing model is similarly flexible and is customizable to meet you where you are in your fundraising lifecycle.
The AirGC Value Model
Maximize Expertise, Minimize Cost
AirGC will design and implement a tailored portfolio of external experts with extensive experience in regulation, compliance, legal, human resources, and operational management at a fraction of the cost of a full-time hire.
Expertise + Process + Technology
Your AirGC engagement begins with an intensive onboarding process and health-check designed to map out the state of your Legal, Compliance, and Human Resources verticals.
Get Leverage & Focus on Growth
By partnering with AirGC, you can redirect your focus back to your core business and growth initiatives by getting the calibrated leverage that you need - at the scale that you need - in real-time.
John Ringwood
Partner & Founder
Before launching AirGC in 2024, John Ringwood served as Deputy General Counsel and Head of Human Resources at Fir Tree Partners and was a Partner at the firm. His responsibilities included advising on the formation and offering of Fir Tree's investment funds, managing human resources, overseeing regulatory compliance, and supporting the firm’s corporate operations and diverse business lines.
Prior to Fir Tree, John was Senior Counsel at Bridgewater Associates. At Bridgewater, he was responsible for the development and launch of numerous hedge fund products and customized accounts, partnering closely with the firm’s capital raising and portfolio management leadership.
John began his legal career at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom, specializing in mergers & acquisitions and investment management. He earned his J.D. degree cum laude from the University of Michigan Law School where he served on the Michigan Law Review as a Contributing Editor.
Brian Meyer
Partner
With over 30 years of expertise in legal, compliance, and operations, Brian Meyer is recognized for driving strategic business initiatives, managing complex transactions, and delivering tangible results in the investment management space.
As Co-Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel of Fir Tree Partners, Brian played a pivotal role in overseeing the firm’s strategic direction and operational functions as assets under management grew to $13 billion during his tenure. He has extensive experience in fund formation, corporate governance, management company operations, digital assets, artificial intelligence, and tax optimization structures across jurisdictions globally. Beyond his operational role, Brian’s leadership in investment strategy has been instrumental in securing substantial investor recoveries, including multi-billion dollar outcomes from RMBS “putback” litigation.
Brian’s innovative approach to legal operations has led to award-winning novel, technology-driven upgrades to legal and compliance. His prior experience includes executive roles at Veronis Suhler Stevenson, The Official Information Company, Revlon, Inc., where he handled M&A, securities, and financings. Brian began his career as a corporate associate at Latham & Watkins and Milbank, Tweed, Hadley & McCloy.
