Mission Matters Money

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Christian Czernich⁠, Founder & Managing Director of Althera42 Capital Partners. Christian shares how royalty investing is evolving into a differentiated private market asset class, discusses its application in the technology sector, and explains why founders and investors are embracing this alternative approach to growth capital. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Jim Strugger, Managing Partner & Co-Founder of Kineo Capital. Jim discusses Kineo Capital's investment thesis around AI infrastructure, energy, and grid modernization, explaining why the physical infrastructure supporting artificial intelligence could drive investment opportunities for years to come. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Melissa Bradley⁠, Founder & GP of BEA Venture Fund. Melissa discusses her investment philosophy, active approach to supporting founders, and how BEA Venture Fund backs companies that address structural challenges while creating meaningful economic opportunity and strong financial returns. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Euler Bropleh⁠, Founder & Managing Partner of VestedWorld. Euler shares his investment thesis for Africa, explains how entrepreneurship and technology are accelerating economic development, and discusses why supporting early-stage businesses can create lasting impact across the continent. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Camille Krejci⁠, Managing Director of CMK Capital. Camille discusses private credit, fintech-enabled lending, and how CMK Capital uses data-driven underwriting to finance short-term commercial receivables while supporting business growth across Southeast Asia. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Owen Lozman⁠, Managing Partner at 55 North. Owen discusses the rapid evolution of quantum computing, the investment opportunities emerging across the sector, and why infrastructure, growth capital, and long-term thinking will play a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Russ Flicker, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of AWH Partners. Russ discusses hospitality investing, navigating multiple market cycles, and how AWH Partners leverages proprietary data, AI, and operational expertise to identify and execute investment opportunities in the hotel sector. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠⁠⁠ Adam Torres⁠⁠⁠ interviews ⁠Paul Abrahimzadeh⁠, Partner at 1789 Capital, during the iConnections Global Alts New York series. Paul shares how the firm's investment strategy centers on American innovation through AI, defense technology, growth equity, and emerging private market opportunities, while discussing the importance of timing, sector selection, and investing in category-leading companies before major liquidity events. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠⁠⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres ⁠interviews ⁠Joe Downs⁠, CEO & Co-Founder of Belrose Storage and StorageMoguls.AI, about his journey into self-storage investing and his mission to help others build successful real estate businesses. Joe shares how he transitioned into self-storage after years in commercial real estate and distressed debt, recognizing the opportunity within a highly fragmented industry dominated by independent owners. He explains why self-storage offers an attractive alternative to traditional residential real estate and how value can be created through operational improvements and strategic acquisitions. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠⁠ Adam Torres⁠⁠ interviews ⁠Nneka Eze⁠ Managing Partner at VestedWorld, during the iConnections Global Alts New York series. They discuss Africa's agricultural potential, the resilience of entrepreneurs across the continent, and how VestedWorld invests in businesses that create lasting economic impact through agriculture, consumer markets, and enabling technologies. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews Marcelo Avogadro, Founder & CEO of Fundamenta Capital, as part of the iConnections Global Alts New York series. Marcelo discusses how Fundamenta Capital approaches investing across Latin America through differentiated equity and fixed-income strategies designed to navigate the region's unique opportunities and risks. Drawing on his background in investment banking and capital markets, he explains why the firm takes an active, country-agnostic approach rather than relying on traditional benchmark-driven investing. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Sankar Krishnan⁠, Managing Director at Transient.AI. Sankar shares how Transient.AI helps financial institutions adopt secure, explainable AI to improve investment research, streamline workflows, and enhance decision-making across capital markets. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Michael Ashby, CEO & CIO of AlgoQuant. Michael discusses quantitative investing, institutional digital asset strategies, and how AI, tokenization, and innovative fixed-income products are helping shape the future of global financial markets. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Jackson Dickfos, Principal, Capital Formation at Prytaneum Partners. Jackson discusses the firm's operational turnaround strategy, the growing role of AI in software businesses, and why creating value through operational improvements is becoming increasingly important in today's private equity landscape. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Sid Hingorani⁠, Managing Director at Jade Advisors, as part of the SuperReturn International Berlin series. Sid discusses how Jade Advisors helps private market fund managers raise capital by connecting them with institutional investors across global markets. Drawing from his background in consulting, banking, and alternative investments, he explains how the firm's international placement model supports fund managers across private equity, venture capital, private debt, infrastructure, and real estate. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Nate Slemp⁠, CIO at BTC Strategy and BTC Management. Nate shares his journey in the Bitcoin ecosystem, discusses the role of money in human civilization, and explains the research and thinking behind his thesis that Bitcoin represents a significant evolution in the history of monetary systems. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Grace McGill⁠, Capital Formation Lead at Marlinspike Partners. Grace shares insights on venture capital, defense technology investing, and the importance of aligning with investors who understand both the mission and the long-term vision behind building transformative companies. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Dayton Miller⁠, Managing Partner at BFG Partners, as part of the CPG Convergence Conference series. Dayton discusses BFG Partners' approach to investing in early-stage consumer packaged goods brands that are better for consumers and better for the planet. Drawing from his background as an entrepreneur, investor, and former beverage company founder, he shares how the firm partners with founders building innovative food, beverage, supplement, and personal care brands. Interested in meeting Dayton Miller and other leaders in the consumer products industry? Join us at the CPG Convergence Conference, where growth, capital, and innovation come together. Get your tickets here: ⁠https://luma.com/rmoecmqx⁠ Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Neil Kayal, Founder & General Partner of Grain Ventures. Neil shares insights from his background in M&A and corporate strategy, discusses how value is often created before companies reach the public markets, and explains how Grain Ventures helps investors evaluate private market opportunities through a disciplined, deal-by-deal approach. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Matei Zatreanu, CEO & Founder of System2. Matei shares how System2 helps hedge funds integrate data and AI into investment decisions while exploring the opportunities and risks of emerging technologies, including robotics, automation, and the future role of humans in an AI-driven economy.  About Matei Zatreanu Matei is the founder of System2. He previously started the data initiative of a $20bn hedge fund. Matei started his career in investment banking at Lehman Brothers. Matei holds an M.A. in Mathematics from Columbia University and B.A.s in Psychology, Mathematics, Government, and Economics from Cornell University. About System2 System2 is a data and AI-driven research firm that helps fundamental investors make better investment decisions by combining human expertise with advanced analytics. Founded by Matei Zatreanu, the company partners with hedge funds, asset managers, and institutional investors to uncover insights that traditional research methods may miss. Inspired by Daniel Kahneman's concept of "System 2" thinking—the deliberate, analytical process behind rational decision-making—System2 empowers investment teams to validate hypotheses, explore complex questions, and leverage alternative data and artificial intelligence to gain a deeper understanding of companies, industries, and market trends. For more than a decade, System2 has been helping some of the world's leading investors navigate increasingly complex markets through a blend of technology, data science, and human judgment.  Watch Full Episode on ⁠Youtube⁠. --- Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Afsheen Afshar⁠, Founder & Managing Partner of Pilot Wave Holdings, at the iConnections Global Alts New York conference. Afsheen discusses how Pilot Wave Holdings acquires and scales physical businesses by leveraging artificial intelligence to drive growth and operational improvements. Drawing from leadership roles at Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, and Cerberus Capital Management, he shares how his experience at the intersection of technology, investing, and business operations led him to launch Pilot Wave Holdings. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Chris Dunn, CEO & Founder of Peak Enterprises, as part of the iConnections Global Alts New York Series. Chris shares insights on manufactured housing, affordable housing development, and the opportunities created by increasing demand and limited housing supply across the United States. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Steve Carnevale, Founding Partner of Blue Ash Ventures, as part of the Milken Global Conference Series. Steve discusses the intersection of AI, neuroscience, healthcare, education, and public policy, while sharing his vision for innovative financing models that could accelerate the development and adoption of life-changing solutions. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Barbara Bickham⁠, Founder & General Partner of Trailyn VC, as part of the Milken Global Conference Series. Barbara shares insights on investing in overlooked deep tech founders, discusses the evolving AI landscape, and explains how Trailyn VC supports entrepreneurs building innovative solutions in emerging technology sectors. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Mina Mutafchieva Van Ingelgem, Partner at HV Capital, as part of the Milken Global Conference Series. Mina shares insights on venture capital, European innovation, entrepreneurship, and the emerging opportunities across AI, energy, defense, cybersecurity, and deep technology sectors. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Rafael Fritsch, CIO of Root Capital. Rafael shares insights on Brazil's private credit market, discusses how high interest rates are reshaping financing opportunities, and explains how Root Capital provides long-term capital to companies navigating financial stress while seeking attractive risk-adjusted returns. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Alexandra McGuigan⁠, Head of APAC at Qblue Balanced. Alexandra shares insights on the Total Portfolio Approach, risk-based allocation, inflation protection, and how institutional investors can build more resilient portfolios in today's evolving market environment. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Tyler Ashby⁠, Partner at GroundBreak Ventures. Tyler shares insights on residential real estate technology, discusses innovations in prefab and modular construction, and explains why GroundBreak Ventures is investing in solutions designed to improve housing affordability and modernize the homebuilding ecosystem. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews SC Moatti, Managing Partner at Mighty Capital. SC shares her journey from product builder to investor, discusses the Product Alpha Effect™, and explains how product-driven insights can help identify high-growth companies earlier than traditional venture capital models. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Adam Choppin, Director of Multi-Asset Sourcing at Xponance. Adam shares insights on sourcing boutique asset managers, generating alpha in overlooked markets, and the investment themes his team is watching as institutional portfolios evolve. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews David Tice, Co-Portfolio Manager of the Moran Tice 2020 Fund at Moran Tice Capital Management. David shares his outlook on precious metals, discusses the macroeconomic forces driving investment decisions, and talks about his documentary Grid Down, Power Up, which highlights critical infrastructure vulnerabilities and resilience. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Kashif Ali, Founder & CEO of TaxGPT, about his entrepreneurial journey from journalism to technology and how TaxGPT is revolutionizing the tax industry with AI. Kashif shares how his company is helping accounting firms dramatically increase productivity, simplify tax research, and democratize access to tax information for professionals, businesses, and individuals. About Kashif Ali As the Chief Executive Officer of TaxGPT, he led the vision and strategy of a startup that automates tax filing using artificial intelligence and natural language processing. With over 15 years of experience in digital media, web development, and entrepreneurship, he has the skills and knowledge to create innovative and user-friendly solutions for complex problems. His mission is to empower individuals and businesses to file taxes easily and accurately, saving them time and money. He also supports the global founder community as an Entrepreneur in Residence at Draper University, where he helps build and enable the entrepreneurial ecosystem in developing countries. He is passionate about learning, education, and digital transformation, and he constantly seeks new opportunities to grow and challenge myself.  Watch Full Episode on ⁠Youtube⁠. --- Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews John D. Reighard, Founder & CEO of MomentumNow. John shares insights on Silicon Valley culture, private equity investing, faith-based leadership, philanthropy, and helping entrepreneurs scale businesses while making a meaningful impact. About John D. Reighard Reighard's experience provides the network and knowledge to create equity and venture capital for any Business he works with.  Further, to designs Equity Capital Funds with ideal Legal solutions. For some of his clients, Reighard will step in as an short-term Executive to jump start the business. Reighard has directly transacted over $6.9B in commerce through his teams and business execution.  At Exodus, the company made the Deloitte & Touche “Fast 50” list. During the challenging early years of the company, Reighard was named Worldwide Sales Dir. of the Year for three consecutive years.  In the second year, his team brought in $111.5 million dollars.  He accomplished this by developing a winning strategic plan, hiring A+ people, training them, holding them accountable, and enthusiastically focused on winning.  Reighard has worked for large organizations like Exodus Comm., Lucent Technologies, Octel Comm and Brady Corp. and with many smaller companies in his Consultant practice.  He has Intl experience leading sales teams in USA, EMEA and Asia Pacific.  He has also serves as an Advisory Board member for 9 businesses.  These experiences have taught him the challenges that businesses of many sizes, industries and countries have,and gives him a unique background to understand their needs, both as buyers and sellers.   Watch Full Episode on ⁠Youtube⁠. --- Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres ⁠interviews ⁠Nadab “Niddy” Akhtar⁠, Co-Founder of Excite Capital. Niddy shares insights on quantum-inspired AI, high-frequency trading, probabilistic computing, and the firm's mission to advance quantum innovation while building scalable deep tech investment strategies for the future. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Aysha Turgut⁠, Founder & CEO of Grow Wealth Group. Aysha shares her journey from academia into entrepreneurship and discusses cognitive real estate, human-centered cities, and how AI and intelligent infrastructure are transforming the future of urban development and investing. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Dylan Crane, CEO of Crane Financial. Dylan shares his journey from professional basketball to becoming a leading insurance entrepreneur after a major family health crisis reshaped his path. The conversation covers discipline, personal development, leadership, and building a mission-driven company focused on changing lives. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Todd McDonald⁠, President & Head of Onchain Finance at Corda Protocol, as part of the iConnections Miami series. Todd shares insights on tokenization, decentralized finance, institutional adoption of blockchain technology, and how internet capital markets could transform access to global financial services. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Brian Rosen⁠, Founder of InvestBev Capital, as part of the iConnections Miami series. Brian discusses beverage investing, family office strategies, structured finance, emerging beverage trends, and how InvestBev Capital helps brands scale through investment and acceleration programs. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Samer Solh⁠, Managing Partner at Constellation Partners and Founder of Solh & Co., as part of the Middle East and Africa Summit series. Samer shares insights on Gulf investment corridors, platform-building opportunities, cultural intelligence, and how organizations can align strategy and capital for long-term growth. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Aaron Levitats⁠, Managing Partner at Kotel Investment Management. Aaron discusses the unique structure of Israel's capital markets, overlooked investment opportunities, and how his firm provides diversified fixed income strategies for investors. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Alex Konoplyasty⁠, Founder of Flashpoint Capital. Alex shares his journey from investment banking to venture capital and explains how his firm supports early-growth companies with capital and strategic guidance. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Brian Seidensticker, Founder of Last Best Partners LLC. Brian explains tax lien and tax deed investing, shares his journey into the space, and discusses how he helps investors access this alternative asset class through tools and funds. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Lisa Audet⁠, Founder & CIO of Tall Trees Capital Management LP. Lisa shares her insights on energy investing, global energy access, and how her firm approaches the transition toward a more sustainable and abundant energy future. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices