Monetary Matters with Jack Farley Enter the Kuppyverse | Harris Kupperman on Brand Building by Blogging at Praetorian Capital | Other People's Money with Max Wiethe
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Nov 6, 2024 Harris Kupperman, CIO and founder of Praetorian Capital, shares insights from his experience running a hedge fund with over $300 million in AUM. He discusses his unconventional focus on ultra-high-net-worth investors and the benefits of diversifying LPs. Kupperman emphasizes the importance of authenticity in brand building through his blog, Kuppy’s Korner. He also explores the challenges of raising capital, the shift from institutional to individual investors, and the role of intuition in making investment decisions.
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Early Finance Hustle
- Harris Kupperman's interest in finance began during the Asian financial crisis while hustling chess in boarding school.
- Witnessing the market frenzy, he envisioned himself as the one capitalizing on the situation and started reading finance books.
Digital Native Fund
- Praetorian Capital had a digital presence from its start, unlike traditional hedge funds.
- Harris' blog, "Adventures in Capitalism", now "Kuppy's Korner", has been instrumental in building his brand and network.
Write to Learn and Connect
- Share your investment thoughts online to refine your process and attract valuable connections.
- Writing forces thorough thinking, fact-checking, and invites feedback, ultimately improving investment skills.