At the heart of Net Equity Capital's inception and its strategic vision lies Mitch Flax’s invaluable Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) designation. Far more than a mere credential, it represents a commitment towards a deep-rooted understanding of alternative investments, professionalism, and ethical practice. The CAIA charter has been instrumental in shaping both the ethos and the strategic direction of Net Equity. It embodies Mitch’s comprehensive approach to investment analysis and decision-making.

Pedram is the co-founder and co-CEO of Beurzbyte. Beurzbyte is a London-based fintech company focused on financial literacy and investment intelligence for retail investors. Previously, Pedram worked at Clermont Group, a multi-billion-dollar private fund, where he managed portfolios across special situations, distressed, quant strategies, and private equity. His expertise also spans into investment banking where he previously worked for Financial Technology Partners, advising fintech companies and banks on M&A transactions, capital raising, and IPOs.

Gabriele works as an Investment Analyst at AQUIS Capital in the team that manages two global multi-strategy Funds of Hedge Funds. In his role, he sources investment ideas across the hedge fund space and focuses on portfolio construction and due diligence. Prior to this experience, he worked as an ESG project analyst in a global bank based in Zurich after starting his career in the Global Asset and Wealth Management Research Department at PwC Luxembourg. He is deeply passionate about the alternative investment industry with a keen interest for emerging asset classes. 

As an account manager, Luca supports the relationship management and business development efforts for Wellington Management’s clients and prospects in Switzerland’s wealth management channel. His responsibilities include assisting clients with long-term investment strategy and resolving day-to-day client issues, as well as regularly participating in meetings with clients to discuss new investment- and business-related issues. He is located in our Zurich office.

Deborah is a Vice President and part of the Client Solutions team EMEA at iCapital. She is focusing on building partnerships with Wealth Managers across EMEA, with a focus on the DACH and Middle Eastern regions. Prior to joining the firm, Deborah has been part of StepStone’s Private Debt Business Development team for the Swiss market. Prior to joining StepStone, she was with Lombard Odier Private Banking on the Strategic Business Development team. Before that, she was a client associate for Private Markets investments at Neuberger Berman (Switzerland) GmbH and Credit Suisse AG.