Past Events

March 23, 2023
Reassessing Stability: The Collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank
The financial industry is a complex, interconnected system where individual banks and financial institutions' actions can have far-reaching consequences for the global economy. The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank in 2023 serves as a stark reminder of the inherent risks and dangers in the financial system. This webcast will explore the events leading up to the takeover of these banks and consider their implications for the future of the global financial industry.In an increasingly uncertain financial landscape, safeguarding your investments against potential banking collapses is of paramount importance. We are working on a white paper, which examines the 2023 collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank and its implications for the global financial industry. The white paper delves into the events leading up to the banks' failure, their exposure to high-risk US Government Bonds, Bills, and Notes, and evaluates the effectiveness of regulatory oversight and risk management practices. By providing a comprehensive assessment of the current state of the financial system, our strategy aims to ensure stability and resilience moving forward. With a focus on portfolio diversification and rigorous risk management practices, we are committed to mitigating the risks associated with a failing banking system. By entrusting your assets to our team of experienced professionals, you can gain peace of mind knowing that we prioritize transparency, regulatory compliance, and proactive measures to navigate market challenges. Adopt our strategy today, and protect your wealth from the perils of a turbulent financial sector, while seizing opportunities for growth in the evolving global economy.
March 16, 2023
Real Estate, Direct Lending & Private Debt Forum - Season 4: Part 2
Thank you to our Sponsors: Dream America, ApexOne Investment Partners, GSH Real Estate, Preqin, Boomerang Capital and Ei Ventures for helping us make this event possible. Without your support and guidance, we would not have been able to produce such a high quality and great event again. Thank you to all our FLAIA Members and the FLAIA Board for their support. It is amazing how our community has come together to provide leadership since the outbreak of Covid-19. I am proud to be a part of this great group of great men & women! Real Estate, Direct Lending and Private Debt are 3 legs of the alternative investment industry and over the past 10 years each of these legs have grown to have a much more profound impact on Main Street. The greatest strength of the US economy is found in these 3 legs. Since Covid - 19 hit, these 3 legs have shown the greatest resilience after being the hardest hit part of the overall alternative investment industry. Today, because of the lack of real time liquidity and real time price discovery this Forum is the most important conversation for global investors to join. Most investors have exposure to real estate through equity and credit vehicles, we bring thought leaders to share information so that the answers become clearer. We are determined to bring clarity, truth, facts and experience from the front line by the most talented investment managers.Speakers and Agenda Coming Soon!
February 17, 2023
Real Estate, Direct Lending & Private Debt Forum - Season 4: Part 1
Thank you to our Sponsors: Dream America, ApexOne Investment Partners, GSH Real Estate, Preqin, Boomerang Capital and Ei Ventures for helping us make this event possible. Without your support and guidance, we would not have been able to produce such a high quality and great event again. Thank you to all our FLAIA Members and the FLAIA Board for their support. It is amazing how our community has come together to provide leadership since the outbreak of Covid-19. I am proud to be a part of this great group of great men & women! Real Estate, Direct Lending and Private Debt are 3 legs of the alternative investment industry and over the past 10 years each of these legs have grown to have a much more profound impact on Main Street. The greatest strength of the US economy is found in these 3 legs. Since Covid - 19 hit, these 3 legs have shown the greatest resilience after being the hardest hit part of the overall alternative investment industry. Today, because of the lack of real time liquidity and real time price discovery this Forum is the most important conversation for global investors to join. Most investors have exposure to real estate through equity and credit vehicles, we bring thought leaders to share information so that the answers become clearer. We are determined to bring clarity, truth, facts and experience from the front line by the most talented investment managers.Speakers and Agenda Coming Soon!
February 16, 2023
Environmental, Social, and Governance: ESG Truth or Tale?
ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investing is becoming increasingly popular, as more investors recognize the potential financial benefits of considering a company's environmental and social impact in addition to its financial performance. However, there are also a number of issues that have arisen with ESG investing.Our event will discuss a few of the many issues that have arisen with ESG investing. However, it's important to note that as the ESG investing field matures and more data and guidelines become available, these issues may be addressed. However, we think that the playbook that is being written can not be is incomplete and needs to take in points of view from a diverse section of stakeholders, not just financial professionals.The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is the primary federal regulator of securities markets in the United States. The SEC has not established specific regulations or guidelines for ESG investing, but it has issued guidance to companies and investment advisers regarding their disclosure of ESG-related information.In February 2020, the SEC issued interpretive guidance that addresses the application of existing SEC rules and regulations to climate change-related disclosures by companies, in particular, “in the context of their business and their financial condition, including how their businesses and financial condition may be impacted by climate change risks and how companies are managing those risks.”The SEC also clarified that ESG disclosures and performance should not be misleading or inconsistent with other financial disclosures to the SEC, and that companies should be consistent in the way they report their ESG data and performance.As for investment advisors, SEC has provided guidance stating that Advisers to investment companies, should consider how Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors may be relevant to the fund’s investment goals and strategies, and how they would integrate such considerations into their investment process.In summary, while the SEC has not established specific regulations for ESG investing, it has issued guidance that companies and investment advisers should be transparent and consistent in their disclosure of ESG-related information and not making misleading claims.Resources listed below provided courtesy of Duel Glass, Principal1. Blanket bans on fossil-fuel funds will entrench poverty An article in Nature.2. Household air pollution World Health Organization article3. Clean Coal Is Crucial for American Jobs, Energy Security, and National Supply Chains | Department of Energy US Department of energy4. Saudi Aramco: Biased ESG Policies Will Undermine Energy Security | OilPrice.com5. Why The White House Is Wrong About Oil Major Share Buybacks | OilPrice.com6. Bettering Human Lives - Liberty Energy ESG Report - libertyenergy.com7. Liberty CEO, Chris Wright, Responds to WSJ Article - libertyenergy.com8. Chris Wright - Energy & Health Presentation.9. The Dual Challenge: Energy and Environment | Scott Tinker | TEDxUTAustin10. The Switch Documentary - YouTube11. Switch Energy Alliance12. Presentation by Dr. Scott Tinker - An Honest Conversation about Energy, Economy and Environment - Senator Yaw13. Energy Talking Points14. Archive - Energy Talking Points by Alex Epstein15. Resources from Alex Epstein | Center for Industrial Progress16. The Moral Case for Fossil Fuels | Alex Epstein | Talks at Google - YouTube17. MCFF Handout 20160708 Summary of The Moral Case For Fossil Fuels
February 3, 2023
Invest in Class-A luxury Multifamily Community in Grand Rapids, Michigan
The GSH Group is thrilled to announce that we have a new property under contract, The Grove, a brand-new, Class-A luxury multifamily community in Grand Rapids, Michigan, which is considered the best market in Michigan and the Learn !We are planning for a long-term hold of this iconic asset and projecting to return the majority of equity in the first 10 years of ownership and the rest of the equity in the subsequent few years. Over the first 10 years, we are projecting a 9.4% cash on cash return and an 18.4% cash on cash return over the span of 20 years. GSH is raising approximately $29 million of equity for this project.We are extremely excited to purchase The Grove, a newly constructed, premier Class-A luxury multifamily community in Michigan’s fastest-growing metro area, Grand Rapids. The Grove benefits from top-quality construction with best-in-class amenities and the potential for top of the market rents. We are pursuing this opportunity under the belief that The Grove has unparalleled quality and will remain the most desirable apartment community in Grand Rapids for years to come. Our thesis is simple: We have the opportunity to acquire one of Grand Rapid’s newest multifamily communities, The Grove, a 2022 vintage, 320-unit apartment community on the north side of the Grand Rapids metro area. After a strategic negotiation, GSH was able to secure the property at a 20% discount to what the seller went to market for. 
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