About A Student's Intro to Alternative Investments
ADISA, in partnership with the Milken Institute HBCU Fellows Program, presents A Student's Intro to Alternative Investments, a podcast series giving students the opportunity to learn from current leaders in the alternative investments industry.
Publisher
Alternative & Direct Investment Securities Association
S2E8 - Breaking Into Alternatives: Career Lessons from an Industry Leader
In the season two finale episode, recent Morehouse College graduate Aaron Tatum speaks with ADISA CEO Jade Miller about her career journey, the opportunities she sees in alternative investments and ADISA’s vision for the future. Miller also shares advice for students on networking, mentorship and building a successful career in the industry. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Disclaimer Listen in as Morehouse College graduate Aaron T...
16 Sept 2026
S2E7 - Finding Opportunity in Commercial Real Estate
In this episode of A Student’s Intro to Alternative Investments, Paul Quinn College recent graduate Trinity Williams speaks with Greg Friedman, managing principal and CEO of Peachtree Group, about navigating market cycles, managing risk and finding opportunities across commercial real estate credit and equity. Friedman also shares leadership lessons and practical advice for students interested in building careers in alternative investments. ----------------------------------------------------...
8 Sept 2026
S2E6 - Real Estate-Based Alternative Investments: Industry Insights and Career Advice
In this episode of A Student’s Intro to Alternative Investments, recent Florida A&M University MBA graduate Madison Oliver speaks with Taylor Garrett, president of Orchard Securities, about structuring real estate-based alternative investments, the industry’s growth and career advice for students entering the field. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Disclaimer Listen in as recent Florida A&M University MBA graduate Madison O...
1 Sept 2026
S2E5 - AI, Alternatives and the Power of Curiosity
In this episode of A Student’s Intro to Alternative Investments, North Carolina A&T State University student Sydnee Harris-Ratliff speaks with investment industry veteran David Wilson about AI’s impact on alternatives, the importance of diversification and how students can prepare for careers in the industry. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Disclaimer Listen in as North Carolina A&T State University student Sydnee Harris-R...
25 Aug 2026
S2E4 - Modeling Alternative Investments: Beyond the Numbers
In the latest episode of A Student’s Intro to Alternative Investments, Elias Carson speaks with Dr. Sylvia Kwan about why evaluating alternative investments requires more than traditional quantitative models. Kwan discusses the importance of assessing risk management and offers career advice for students, emphasizing the value of strong communication skills. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Disclaimer Listen in as Georgetown Univer...
13 Aug 2026
S2E3 - Behind the Deal: Evaluating Real Estate Investments
Howard University student and Milken Institute HBCU Fellow Adam Campbell interviews David Sengstock, president of Mick Law, about due diligence in real estate investments. Sengstock discusses evaluating sponsors, underwriting, financing and alignment of interests, and shares practical advice for students developing the analytical skills needed to assess investment opportunities. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- &...
4 Aug 2026
S2E2 - AI and the Future of Alternative Investments
Rust College student and Milken Institute HBCU Fellow Brighton Chisanga interviews Aaron Pollak, founder and CEO of VENTURE.co, about the growing role of artificial intelligence in alternative investments. Pollak discusses AI's potential, his journey from engineer to fintech entrepreneur, and offers career advice for students interested in technology and alternatives. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Discl...
28 Jul 2026
S2E1 - The Role of Advisors in Alternatives
Recent Howard University graduate and Milken Institute HBCU Fellow alumni Haithem Amir interviews Danielle Delongchamp, CEO of Concorde Investment Services, about the evolving role of financial advisors in alternative investments. Delongchamp shares insights on leadership, trust, the growing impact of AI and building a successful career in the industry. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Disclaimer Li...
25 Mar 2025
S1E5 - Chandler Lilly and Matt Iak Talk Energy in the Alternative Investment Space
The oil and gas industry is possibly one of the most recognized sectors of the alternative investments space, but also potentially misunderstood. Listen in as Chandler Lilly, a junior at Florida A&M University, interviews Matt Iak, executive vice president at U.S. Energy Development Corporation. Together, they discuss Iak’s career path to the energy sector, effective strategies to attract capital in the oil and gas space, the potential environmental impacts of oil and gas, and a lot more....
11 Mar 2025
S1E4 - Elias Carson and John Grady Discuss New Products in Alternative Investments
Alternative investments are growing in popularity and are well-poised to keep expanding, especially with changes in technology. In this episode, join Elias Carson, graduate student at Georgetown University, as he interviews John Grady, ADISA president and co-chair of the legislative and regulatory committee, and chief operating officer and general counsel at ABR Dynamic Funds, as they discuss Grady’s career path to the alternative investments space, challenges he has faced, the different ways...
26 Feb 2025
S1E3 - Cori’Anna White and John Grady Discuss the Legislative and Regulatory Background of Alts
Alternative investments are a fascinating asset class, but how are they regulated? Join Spelman College junior honors student Cori’Anna White as she interviews John Grady, ADISA president, and chief operating officer and general counsel at ABR Dynamic Funds. Tune in as they discuss the skills needed to pursue a career in alts, how legislation around alternatives has shifted over time and much more. Listen now! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
11 Feb 2025
S1E2 - Learn About The Fundamentals Of Alts With Miles Durant And Greg Mausz
Interested in alternative investments? North Carolina A&T senior Miles Durant interviews Greg Mausz, ADISA board member and senior managing director at Skyway Capital, about the fundamentals of alts. They discuss what alternative investments are, their evolution, how to start investing and more. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Disclaimer Listen in with North Carolina A&T senior Miles Durant and Greg Mausz, ADISA board ...
28 Jan 2025
S1E1 - Madison Oliver and Jade Miller Discuss Important Topics For Next-Gen Financial Leaders
Join Madison Oliver, a student at Florida A&M University, as she interviews Jade Miller, president of capital markets at Bourne Financial Group and 2024 ADISA board president, as they discuss her journey through the financial industry, including the importance of financial education, technology in the alternatives space, DEI initiatives and much more. Listen now to get inspired by one of the brightest minds in finance! --------------------------------------------------------------------...
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