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Modern Investing with Sidepocket Podcast: Mastering Market Volatility with Alexander Flecker
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In this episode we sat down with Alex Flecker, VP of Sales and Marketing at Measured Risk Portfolios. Alex opened up about his unconventional path into finance—growing up with one foot in blue-collar construction and the other in white-collar finance. That blend of gritty work ethic and strategic thinking laid the groundwork for his deep interest in wealth management and structured credit. More than just a career, Alex's passion for finance is steeped in family influence and sharpened by real-world economic upheavals that taught him the true meaning of risk.
One standout part of the conversation was Alex's reflection on navigating the chaos of 2020. He recounted how critical it was to stay grounded—managing emotions and sticking to a financial plan when markets went haywire. Alex highlighted a universal truth for investors: knowing your risk tolerance isn’t optional, it’s essential. He pointed to how those who stayed disciplined and saw through the noise were the ones who seized opportunities during the market’s most volatile moments. His experience was a reminder that confidence, backed by strategy, can turn uncertainty into advantage.
Now at the helm of Measured Risk Portfolios, Alex is championing a clear vision: give investors a sense of control in chaotic markets. Enter "Synth Equity," the firm’s innovative strategy that fuses short-term treasury bonds with call options on the S&P 500—a combo designed to tap into growth while dialing down risk. Alex expressed real excitement about their new ETF, which opens this strategy up to a broader audience. It’s a tool for easier, smarter diversification. His story isn’t just about numbers—it’s about conviction, clarity, and helping investors navigate markets with a little more certainty and a lot more confidence.
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About Sidepocket:
If you don't have the time to professionally trade and are tired of being at the whim of the market's ups and downs, consider using Sidepocket to automate investing.
Sidepocket monitors the markets 24/7 and automatically rebalances your holdings each month. To maximize returns while protecting against loss.
That's why Sidepocket applies sophisticated quantitative methods, including tactical asset allocation to systematically minimize these drawdowns and consistently protect and grow your hard earned savings.
To learn more, visit www.sidepocket.com
61 episodes
Manage episode 487064611 series 3550401
In this episode we sat down with Alex Flecker, VP of Sales and Marketing at Measured Risk Portfolios. Alex opened up about his unconventional path into finance—growing up with one foot in blue-collar construction and the other in white-collar finance. That blend of gritty work ethic and strategic thinking laid the groundwork for his deep interest in wealth management and structured credit. More than just a career, Alex's passion for finance is steeped in family influence and sharpened by real-world economic upheavals that taught him the true meaning of risk.
One standout part of the conversation was Alex's reflection on navigating the chaos of 2020. He recounted how critical it was to stay grounded—managing emotions and sticking to a financial plan when markets went haywire. Alex highlighted a universal truth for investors: knowing your risk tolerance isn’t optional, it’s essential. He pointed to how those who stayed disciplined and saw through the noise were the ones who seized opportunities during the market’s most volatile moments. His experience was a reminder that confidence, backed by strategy, can turn uncertainty into advantage.
Now at the helm of Measured Risk Portfolios, Alex is championing a clear vision: give investors a sense of control in chaotic markets. Enter "Synth Equity," the firm’s innovative strategy that fuses short-term treasury bonds with call options on the S&P 500—a combo designed to tap into growth while dialing down risk. Alex expressed real excitement about their new ETF, which opens this strategy up to a broader audience. It’s a tool for easier, smarter diversification. His story isn’t just about numbers—it’s about conviction, clarity, and helping investors navigate markets with a little more certainty and a lot more confidence.
Click Here to Check Out Our Upcoming Online
Investing Events
About Sidepocket:
If you don't have the time to professionally trade and are tired of being at the whim of the market's ups and downs, consider using Sidepocket to automate investing.
Sidepocket monitors the markets 24/7 and automatically rebalances your holdings each month. To maximize returns while protecting against loss.
That's why Sidepocket applies sophisticated quantitative methods, including tactical asset allocation to systematically minimize these drawdowns and consistently protect and grow your hard earned savings.
To learn more, visit www.sidepocket.com
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