New York – December 23, 2009 – FinServ Consulting, an independent provider of business consulting, systems development and integration services to alternative asset managers and their service providers, today announced the hiring of two new employees to their staff.

John Gravenese joins FinServ as a manager with a focus on Hedge Fund Operations. John previously worked at Silver Point Capital, a hedge fund specializing in distressed debt investing where he held the position of senior project manager and business analyst.

Eduardo "Rocky" Vera joins FinServ as a senior consultant with a focus on systems development. Rocky previously worked at the US offices of Marshall Wace, a liquid markets hedge fund where he held the position of senior developer.

"We are excited to have these two experienced practitioners join our team", commented Howard Weinstein Managing Partner of FinServ Consulting. "Adding John and Rocky to our team has enhanced our already strong bench of talented business and technical consultants that specialize in the alternative asset management industry."

About FinServ Consulting
Based in New Jersey, FinServ Consulting is an independent experienced provider of business consulting, systems development and integration services to alternative asset managers and service providers to the sector.

Founded in 2005, FinServ delivers customized world-class business and IT consulting services for the front, middle and back office, providing managers with optimal and first-class operating environments to support an opportunistic investment style and future asset growth.

The FinServ team brings a wealth of experience with the largest and most complex alternative asset management businesses and institutions. For more information, visit www.finservconsulting.com.