Today, Brian King and Jeremy Smith from Lodas Markets are joined by Kimberly Flynn, President of XA Investments.

With over 20 years of experience in financial services, Kim is a recognized leader in alternative investments, specializing in closed-end funds, interval funds, and innovative product development. At XA Investments, she oversees product and business development, driving the firm’s proprietary fund platform and consulting practice to deliver institutional-caliber alternative investment solutions to a broader range of investors.

Kim has been instrumental in launching and managing alternative investment strategies, including the development of over 40 closed-end funds during her tenure at Nuveen Investments, raising approximately $13 billion in capital. She is a frequent speaker at industry events and contributes thought leadership on topics such as interval funds, private credit, and the democratization of alternative investments. Kim holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a BBA in Finance and Business Economics from the University of Notre Dame, where she graduated summa cum laude.

In this episode, Kim discusses her passion for making alternative investments more accessible, XA Investments’ partnership with Lodas Markets, and the importance of investor education in navigating private markets.

Join us for another episode of Beyond The Exchange!

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LODAS Markets is the first marketplace for Alternative Investment transactions. Think of it like the stock market, but for non-traded REITs, business development companies (BDCs), or private real estate investments. It’s simple, fast, and affordable.

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The university system is broken... but we may have a solution.

Brian King and Jeremy Smith take a hard look at the state of modern universities and why they may no longer be the golden ticket to success. From skyrocketing tuition costs to outdated curriculums, they break down the biggest issues plaguing higher education today.

Jeremy also introduces Pega6, his new venture aimed at redefining education. Pega6 runs product manager and software developer career accelerators that professionalize students specifically for those career paths. These accelerators offer a highly efficient, affordable education model that transforms recent high school graduates into entry-level employees who are job-ready on day one.

Is the traditional college model failing students? Are alternative education paths, like apprenticeships and self-directed learning, the future? Brian and Jeremy take a look at what’s next for higher education and whether degrees still hold the same value in today’s job market.

LODAS Markets is the first marketplace for Alternative Investment transactions. It’s like the stock market, but for non-traded real estate investment trusts (REITs), business development companies (BDCs), or private real estate investments. It’s simple, fast, and affordable.

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Website - https://lodasmarkets.com/

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/lodasmarkets/

X/Twitter - https://x.com/LODASMarkets

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LODASMarkets

In this episode of "Beyond The Exchange" presented by LODAS Markets, hosts Brian King and Jeremy Smith take you on a cosmic journey as they explore the fascinating (and sometimes hilarious) realities of space travel. From the dangers of radiation on the way to Mars to the high cost of floating in orbit, the duo debates the ultimate question: How much would you pay for a ticket to space?They also dive into the bizarre science of time dilation, sprinkle in some Star Trek references, and share their differing views on whether today’s space travel is worth the risk—or if it’s better to wait for the space elevator of the future. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ LODAS Markets is the first marketplace for Alternative Investment transactions. It's like the stock market, but for non-traded real estate investment trusts (REITs), business development companies (BDCs), or private real estate investments. It’s simple, fast, and affordable. Follow LODAS Markets: Website - https://lodasmarkets.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/lodasmarkets/ Twitter - https://x.com/LODASMarkets Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LODASMarkets

[0:00] Introduction [1:20] Welcome to the New Studio [2:20] Space Travel: A Random Topic [3:55] The Problem with Radiation Shielding [5:55] Safe Space Travel: Myth or Reality? [8:10] How Much Would You Pay to Go to Space? [11:28] Space Travel Fears and Sci-Fi Dreams [13:25] Perfect Memory [15:20] Jeremy's Podcasts [17:45] True Crime, Podcasts, and Serial by Sarah Koenig [22:05] Why Podcasts Are Valuable For Learning [22:40] Old Man TV[25:00] The Premise[27:55] Star Trek Storytelling [31:16] Things Everyone Gravitates Towards[33:20] Jeremy's "Diet" Tips [36:25] Wrapping It Up