What does it take to survive life’s toughest challenges and still outperform in one of the most competitive industries on Earth?
On this episode of The Money Path, host Todd M. Schoenberger sits down with Shana Sissel, Founder & CEO of Banríon Capital Management, widely known as “The Queen of Alternatives,” to discuss her upcoming book Tough Minded, scheduled for release this November.
More than a memoir, Tough Minded blends powerful personal stories with practical investing lessons, revealing how resilience, intellectual curiosity, and independent thinking can become a competitive advantage in both life and markets.
💥 Key topics include:
• The story behind Tough Minded and why Shana decided to write it now
• Why you don't need a PhD, MBA, or Wall Street pedigree to become a successful investor
• How adversity helped shape her investment philosophy
• The overlooked value of resilience, self-awareness, and intellectual curiosity
• Contrarian investing and the courage to go against consensus
• Why identifying risk is one of the most important skills investors can develop
• The origin of her nickname, "The Queen of Alternatives"
• Long-short hedge funds, alternative investments, and current market opportunities
• Banríon's growth, strategic partnerships, and what's next for the firm
🎯 Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, business leader, or someone navigating life's challenges, this conversation offers powerful lessons on overcoming adversity, managing risk, and building long-term success.