Shana Sissel: The Queen of Alternatives and Perseverance

Oct 8, 2025

Shana Sissel, the CEO and founder of Banríon Capital Management, delves into her extensive 25-year finance career and the challenges of launching her firm. She discusses the vital role of alternative investments and how her platform aids advisors in navigating this complex landscape. Additionally, Shana shares insights on current market valuations, central bank policies, and the evolving behavior of retail investors shaped by economic trends. Her determination and passion for educating investors shine throughout the conversation.

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ANECDOTE

Career Journey And Personal Trials

Shana Sissel summarized her 25-year path from Morgan Stanley advisor to founder of Banríon Capital Management.
She shared personal trials including the death of her fiancé and a breast cancer diagnosis while building the business.

INSIGHT

Retail Access To Alternatives Is Arriving

Retail investors are finally getting access to alternative investments via interval funds, active ETFs, and private funds.
Banríon is structure-agnostic and focuses on advisor workflows to make alts practical for RIAs.

ADVICE

Vet Managers And Match To Advisors

Do prioritize manager selection and partner with managers committed to advisor distribution and support.
Use due diligence and AI-driven matching to find fits and avoid product pushed purely for asset gathering.

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Danny Moses interviews Shana Sissel, CEO and founder of Banríon Capital Managemen, known as the 'queen of alternatives.' Shana shares her journey in the financial industry, including roles at Morgan Stanley, Fidelity Investments, Russell Investments, and Orion, and discusses the evolution and importance of alternative investments. She highlights the challenges and opportunities for retail investors in this space and the role of advisor-centric platforms like Banríon . The conversation also touches on current market conditions, the impact of AI, and concerns about valuations and debt. Shana emphasizes the significance of manager selection and understanding market structures in today's complex financial landscape.

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