Everything is an alternative.
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After many booms, busts, and shakeouts in crypto markets, the pump seems primed for broader adoption in institutional portfolios.
In this episode of “Capital Decanted,” we’re joined by Robbie Mitchnick of BlackRock and Greg Tusar of Coinbase to explore the phases of crypto adoption and wrestle with whether we're truly in a new era or if the headlines are overhyping reality.
Everything is an alternative.
Next is here.

What happens when top CEOs, CIOs, and other senior investment professionals get together? CAIA’s Aaron Filbeck shares insights from the second of eight global leadership forums, held in Los Angeles.
Everything is an alternative.
Next is here.

Join us at the very first ALTSCAN event on April 14, 2025, in Toronto! Top investors, thought leaders, and industry experts are convening to shape the future of alternatives.
CAIA CEO John Bowman and Steven Novakovic, Managing Director, Educational Programs, will be there, and you should too!
Bowman will host the opening keynote panel, "The Evolving Asset Owner—New Tools for a New Regime" with industry experts.
Everything is an alternative.
Next is here.

The Collaborative Model isn’t just another framework, it’s a method asset owners have used to reduce costs, improve returns, and collaborate strategically. But how does it really work? And how does it compare to the Total Portfolio Approach?
CAIA’s Aaron Filbeck, Managing Director of Global Content Strategy, breaks it all down—along with delving into how CalSTRS, OCERS, and others are using this model to rethink investing.
Everything is an alternative.
Next is here.

Shifting from 'alternative' to mainstream, we embrace diverse expertise and interdisciplinary knowledge essential for responsible capital allocation and client stewardship. Our pursuit is to prepare investors for a dynamic future, disrupting traditions, creating opportunities, and fostering long-term sustainability. Join us in shaping the future of investing. Next is here.
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MISSION
CAIA Association seeks to improve investment and societal outcomes of capital allocation through professional education, transparency, and thought leadership across all investor alternatives in our industry.
CAIA Programs
Advance Your Career
Whether you need a deep, practical understanding of the world of alternative investments, a solid introduction, or data science skills for the future in finance, the CAIA Association offers a program for you.

The CAIA Charter
For client-focused fiduciaries who want to gain deep knowledge, demonstrated expertise, and credibility in alternative investments.

UniFi by CAIA™
Practical, relevant, affordable. The core concepts in alternative investments for you or your team, in a flexible, accessible format.
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