Managed 5 multi-billion-dollar alternative investment platforms at First Republic, Carlyle Group/ Rock Creek, Optima, RBC Capital and State Street/InfraHedge
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Grateful for the generous words @Stephanie_Link! AI is reshaping markets faster than the headlines can keep up. Yes, there’s been stress in parts of the private credit market, but it’s part of a much bigger technology shift, not a sign that something is fundamentally broken.
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Thank you to @DavidWeisburd, host of the “How I Invest” podcast, for an engaging conversation on how access, diversification, and technology are redefining the wealth management landscape.
BREAKING: Robert Picard on Private Markets, AI, and the Future of Wealth Management
From $324B in assets at Hightower to how AI will disrupt advisors — this conversation is loaded with insight.
Highlights from my conversation with Robert Picard
(00:00) The $324B empire behind Hightower
(00:31) Why Hightower acquired NEPC — and what it unlocks for clients
(02:21) Why institutions and individuals should build portfolios differently
(04:57) 91 % of $100 M revenue companies are still private
(06:45) How technology is democratizing private markets
(08:19) The new 60/40 for private markets investors
(12:59) Why illiquidity might be your best friend in a crash
(22:23) How AI is already disrupting asset managers
(29:21) How independent advisors are beating wirehouses
(48:50) 35 years of investing — his one timeless career lesson
🎥 Full episode below 👇
Hightower’s Picard on the power of the platform alternativeswatch.com/2024/0…
Are we at a transformational point in the private markets landscape?
I had the pleasure of joining @LawrenceCalcano and @michaelsidgmore on the Monthly Alts Pulse to discuss this moment in time. Perfect to watch during your weekend travel!
Are we at a transformational point in current private markets landscape from an allocator's view? @robpicard, @HightowerAdvsor, joins Monthly Alts Pulse with @LawrenceCalcano and @michaelsidgmore. Watch now: video.icapital.com/detail/vi…
ALT Robert Picard of Hightower Advisors, Lawrence Calcano of iCapital, and Michael Sidgmore of Broadhaven Ventures at Broadhaven Capital Partners smiling and sitting at the desk in iCapital's studio. Text on photo reads "Monthly Alts Pulse Episode 10."
On @michaelseidgmore’s podcast Alt Goes Mainstream, I had the opportunity to talk about my passion for the space and how advisors at Hightower interested in alts can tap into the Investment Solution team’s resources. Check it out!
2/ @HightowerAdvsor's @robpicard & I had a fascinating conversation:
* Evolution of alts over past 30 years.
* What he looks for in a fund manager.
* How investors can have an edge in alts.
* The @HightowerAdvsor DNA.
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2/ @HightowerAdvsor's @robpicard & I had a fascinating conversation:
* Evolution of alts over past 30 years.
* What he looks for in a fund manager.
* How investors can have an edge in alts.
* The @HightowerAdvsor DNA.
On @michaelseidgmore’s podcast Alt Goes Mainstream, I had the opportunity to talk about my passion for the space and how advisors at Hightower interested in alts can tap into the Investment Solution team’s resources. Check it out!
@robpicard, Hightower’s new Managing Director & Head of Alternative Investments joined @michaelsidgmore on his podcast @GoesAlt. Listen here this weekend!
Excited to join @HightowerAdvsor and join @Stephanie_Link and @oros_bob grow Hightower Alternative Invesmtent Solutions=> Fun
Hightower welcomes @RobPicard as Managing Director, Head of Alternatives in our Investment Solutions group, focused on expanding our advisors’ access to best-in-class private-market investments and preferred opportunities. Read more here: hightoweradvisors.com/blogs/…
Just sayin’... @TwitterSafety and @jack are both missing the point… People are being trolled/bullied and attacked by BOTS and it’s the reverse that is occurring. Just introduce captcha and ID verification. You are being exposed as enabling the bullies.
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I’ve been on Twitter for 12 Years @jack and it’s still amazing that you still allow bots and anonymity. Just introduce captcha and ID verification. We would all be much happier and better informed... just sayin’...
I’ve been on Twitter for 12 Years @jack and it’s still amazing that you still allow bots and anonymity. Just introduce captcha and ID verification. We would all be much happier and better informed... just sayin’...