Capital Allocators – Inside the Institutional Investment Industry Jim Falbe – Modern Value Investing at Saguaro (Capital Allocators, EP.320)
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Jun 8, 2023 
In this engaging conversation, Jim Falbe, founder of Saguaro Capital Management and a pioneer in blending traditional value investing with AI, shares insights from his unique journey in finance. He reflects on his path shaped by personal loss and the influences of his mother's career. The discussion highlights how AI and data automation are transforming investment analysis and decision-making. Falbe emphasizes core values like trust and courage at Saguaro, while also exploring the essential traits of successful businesses and light-hearted life lessons that inspire a values-driven approach.
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Early Introduction to Investing
- Jim Falbe's mother, CKE Enterprises' treasurer, introduced him to investing at a young age.
- She taught him about covered calls and sparked his early interest in finance.
Humanitarian Work and Networking
- After his mother's death, Falbe initially pursued humanitarian work in Jordan.
- He later realized the importance of networking and connections.
The Importance of Wasta
- Falbe learned about "wasta," or influence, in the Middle East.
- Recognizing its importance, he shifted his focus to building connections.
