In this episode of The Alternative Mason, Brittany Mason chats with John Davi — founder of Astoria Portfolio Advisors and one of the sharpest minds in the ETF world. John shares how growing up in Queens shaped his hustle, how early stints at Merrill Lynch and Morgan Stanley fueled his love for markets, and what drove him to launch Astoria back in 2017. They dive into how Astoria blends macro insights with quantitative research, what it’s really like to build an independent fi

We’re thrilled to officially share that Banríon Capital and WisdomTree have teamed up to create an open-architecture alternative ETF model — part of WisdomTree’s innovative Return Stacking initiative.

True connection begins with understanding someone's "why." In this episode of The Alternative Mason, host Brittany Mason and Dennis Morton of Morton Brown Family Wealth, dive into trust-building with clients and authenticity in relationships. Discover their unique approach.

What's your take on using options? Options can offer a unique chance to boost your returns with limited downside—an investment opportunity that’s far from ordinary. Catch Vinay Tolia and Shana Sissel as they dive into the world of options and structured notes!

What if investing in high-growth startups didn’t require being ultra-wealthy or writing a six-figure check? That’s the shift happening now. Funds like Connetic Ventures are removing outdated barriers by lowering investment minimums, removing accreditation requirements, and making venture available to everyday investors. It’s still private markets investing, but designed to be more accessible.

Discover how The BAM Companies approaches property management, the importance of school districts, and BAM's dedication to community impact and economic resilience.

Get to know Banrion Capital Management Partner, Clough Capital!

Peachtree Group is an investment firm driving growth with a diverse portfolio of commercial real estate assets and other ventures.

Not every great founder fits the mold—and Connetic Ventures is okay with that.

WebStreet offers a unique Micro Private Equity strategy focused on e-commerce business

Families care about schools. Investors should too.

What happens when the Fed raises or cuts interest rates? The impact goes far beyond your bond yield.

66% of Gen Z experiences imposter syndrome—and Connor was one of them.

Where is your capital—and is it working for you? H. Adam Holt challenges outdated thinking around financial instruments.

How do you build a global macro strategy that stands the test of time?

Titles and paychecks can be replaced—living authentically cannot. Dr. Renée Baker shares her journey of stepping away from the conventional

What do a fog machine, digital assets, and mentorship have in common? They’re all part of Jamie Hopkins’ journey in finance.

Kicking off season two of “The Alternatives Mason” podcast, I sit down with finance professional and wealth advisor Luke Lloyd. Our...

Welcome to The Alternatives Mason: Building Alts Knowledge Brick by Brick. Banrion Capital Management uses technology to help independent...

Welcome to Banrion Capital Management’s What’s the Alternative Podcast! Join host Shana Orczyk Sissel, the “Queen of Alternatives”...