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At CAIA, we aim to build a future that reflects the needs of a global profession. That’s why we are listening in boardrooms, classrooms, and capital hubs.
We’re not here to react to change. We are the change.
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Most career-shaping decisions rarely announce themselves. No fireworks. No fanfare. Just a quiet nudge that lingers. The CAIA Charter isn’t about “Will I?” It’s about: “What if I already had?”
Your future is waiting.
Everything is an alternative.
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In case you missed it, CAIA’s CEO John Bowman and Managing Director of Global Content Strategy Aaron Filbeck share their thoughts on how industry leaders reacted to the U.S. accredited investor rule change broadening access to private markets.
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In the latest episode of “Capital Decanted,” we sought to define the history and parameters of ABL, including how loans are structured, and crucial due diligence and portfolio construction considerations. To help us explore these topics, we were joined by Greg Turk, Deputy CIO of Illinois Police Officers' Pension Investment Fund, and Cedric Henley, Partner and Chief Risk Officer of Specialty Finance at SLR Capital Partners.
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Shifting from 'alternative' to mainstream, we embrace diverse expertise and interdisciplinary knowledge essential for responsible capital allocation and client stewardship. Our pursuit is to prepare investors for a dynamic future, disrupting traditions, creating opportunities, and fostering long-term sustainability. Join us in shaping the future of investing. Next is here.
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