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Who You Can Trust? White Hat Capitalism: Dave Nadig on Finding Purpose in Finance

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May 12, 2025
Dave Nadig, a 30-year ETF veteran and advocate for pro-flourishing capitalism, dives deep into the ethics of finance. He shares how his rural upbringing molded his views on scarcity and service over profit. Discover his thought-provoking 'Black Hat vs. White Hat' framework, exploring motivations behind financial decisions. Nadig reflects on the evolution of passive investing, emphasizing market dynamics and personal choices. He challenges conventional success, urging a shift towards valuing time and personal freedom above mere wealth.
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Dave Nadig's Formative Childhood

  • Dave Nadig grew up adjacent to a farm where his family struggled with poverty, shaping his scarcity mindset.
  • His early interest in money and geopolitics led him to finance and pursuing an MBA to understand wealth creation.
INSIGHT

Black Hat vs. White Hat Finance

  • Nadig categorizes finance professionals into 'white hats' who prioritize human flourishing and 'black hats' who focus on profit maximization.
  • He emphasizes that black hats aren't evil but have different priorities, creating products not beneficial to flourishing.
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Advisor Serving Underserved Communities

  • Tyrone Ross chose to run a lower fee-based financial advisory to serve underserved communities despite earning less.
  • This exemplifies how professionals can align work with purpose beyond maximizing personal gain.
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