THE ALPHA EXCHANGE:
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At The Alpha Exchange, we engage with leading minds in finance to explore how risk is priced and managed across market cycles. Through in-depth conversations with portfolio managers, strategists, and economists, we examine the forces—monetary policy, volatility, macro shifts—that shape the investment landscape. As part of our commitment to amplifying diverse voices in the industry, we make a deliberate effort to feature prominent female guests who hold key financial roles and offer unique, high-impact perspectives. Whether it's a deep dive into derivatives or reflections on past crises, we aim to deliver thoughtful, relevant insights for professionals navigating complex markets.
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• highlighting prominent female voices in finance •
BELOW ARE THE OCTOBER '25 SPOTLIGHTS FROM FOFIF X ALPHA EXCHANGE.
Kathryn Rooney Vera
Kathryn Rooney Vera is Chief Market Strategist at StoneX Group with 22+ years in global economics and investment strategy. She delivers actionable insights across asset classes for institutional clients worldwide.
Known for her independent, out-of-consensus market calls, Kathryn is a frequent keynote speaker and media contributor. Previously, she was chief investment strategist at a Miami broker dealer, adjunct professor at the University of Miami, and fixed income strategist at Bear Stearns and MetLife. She holds an MBA from NYU, a BA from Rutgers, and Series 7, 63, and 65 licenses.
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Listen to her appearance on the Alpha Exchange here.
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erin browne
Erin Browne is a Managing Director and Portfolio Manager at PIMCO, where she leads multi-asset strategies, including the firm’s target date and asset allocation funds. She is a permanent member of the Americas Portfolio Committee and heads the Glide Path leadership team.
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With 24 years of investment experience, Erin has held senior roles at UBS, Moore Capital, Citigroup, and Point72. She has been recognized by Barron’s, Pensions & Investments, and Morningstar as one of the most influential women in finance. A frequent voice in financial media, she also serves on the boards of The Ecology Center, Ocean Conservancy, and Girls Who Invest. She holds a BA in Economics from Georgetown University.
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Listen to her appearance on the Alpha Exchange here.
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CAMERON DAWSON
Cameron Dawson is Chief Investment Officer at NewEdge Wealth, where she leads the firm’s investment strategy, macro views, and portfolio positioning in collaboration with advisors and high-net-worth clients. With a strong background in macroeconomics and equity analysis, she is known for her sharp, forward-looking market insights.
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Previously, Cameron served as Chief Market Strategist at Fieldpoint Private and held senior equity analyst roles at Bank of America. She is a CFA® charterholder, a former board member of the CFA Society of Orlando, and frequently appears on Bloomberg, CNBC, and Fox Business. Named RIA Intel’s CIO of the Year in 2024, she holds both her BA and MBA from Rollins College, where she graduated Valedictorian.
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Listen to her appearance on the Alpha Exchange here.
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