Alt Funds Network #104 Adam Guren, Hunting Hill - From Wall Street to Crypto: A Journey Through ETF Strategies
May 23, 2025
Adam Guren from Hunting Hill shares his fascinating transition from professional soccer to Wall Street, revealing how his early days in trading shaped his perspective on ETFs. He dives into the evolving crypto landscape, discussing innovative risk management strategies and institutional interest in cryptocurrencies. Guren also elaborates on the challenges of navigating regulatory hurdles and the intersection of AI and blockchain in modern investments, providing valuable insights for aspiring fund managers.
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Craps as Portfolio Management
- Adam Guren compares craps gambling to portfolio management, building risk gradually and leveraging momentum.
- He highlights the communal spirit at the craps table where everyone wins together, making it an engaging experience.
From Soccer to Wall Street
- Adam Guren played professional soccer after college, enjoying the team atmosphere and travel.
- He quickly realized the US wasn't ideal for a soccer career and transitioned to Wall Street at age 23.
Early Trading Career and ETFs
- Adam started post-soccer trading career at First New York, working under experienced partners on high-level arbitrage.
- By age 23, he was allocated trading capital and began trading ETFs, learning quickly and becoming partner at the firm.