The Derivative

Tech, Trust, and Tactical Investing: A New Era of Wealth Management with Kevin Jamali of Farther

Jun 26, 2025
Kevin Jamali, Senior Vice President at Farther and alternative investment strategist, shares his unique journey from trading at the Chicago Board of Trade to wealth management. He discusses how technology and personalized advice are revolutionizing financial planning, moving beyond traditional investment strategies. The conversation delves into the value of alternative investments like private equity and managed futures for portfolio protection. Jamali also draws parallels between Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and investment strategy, highlighting adaptability and risk management.
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Farther's Tech-Advice Blend

  • Farther combines modern technology with expert human advice to reinvent wealth management.
  • This hybrid approach drove its rapid growth from $400,000 to $8 billion in assets under management.
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Investment Metrics Often Overlooked

  • Many advisors and clients prioritize tax, estate, and exit planning over investment performance.
  • Jamali sees trust as essential, managing metrics others ignore for the client's best interest.
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Alts Mitigate Drawdown Risk

  • Alternative investments help reduce drawdowns and capture significant upside, unlike traditional portfolios.
  • Market complacency on infinite gains ignores historical consolidation and risk periods.
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