

How to Start a $50M Investment Fund (From Scratch!) | DSH #1198
Feb 22, 2025
Bridger Pennington, a fund manager with over $50 million in assets, shares his incredible journey into the world of investment funds. He discusses the challenges of raising capital, including a personal rejection from a family member, and offers insights on avoiding investment fraud and understanding market manipulation. Bridger dives into the dynamics of major firms like BlackRock, the implications of the AI arms race, and even touches on the future of asteroid mining. His blend of personal experience and expert advice makes for a compelling discussion.
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Intro
00:00 • 1min
Building Investment Funds: A Personal Journey
01:26 • 7min
The Crucial Role of Audits in Investment Success
08:13 • 3min
Power Play: Financial Giants and Market Manipulation
11:15 • 8min
Asteroid Mining and AI Arms Race
19:11 • 20min
The True Measure of Success: Family Over Wealth
39:05 • 2min
The Influence of Family and the Power of Mastermind Groups
41:30 • 4min