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Endowment investing is one of the most fascinating corners of finance, and one of the least understood. Unlike most investors, an endowment has no end date. Every decision has to balance generating returns for today's students with preserving capital for generations who haven't been born yet. This conversation goes inside that process at the University of Chicago, where Alex helps shape the strategic asset allocation behind a multi-billion dollar portfolio. Expect a candid discussion on real assets, diversifying strategies, liquidity, and risk in a shifting 2026 macro environment, plus practical advice for students trying to break into serious investment roles.
About Alex Reed
Alex is a Senior Strategist at the University of Chicago Office of Investments, focused on strategic asset allocation and the investment framework for the University's endowment. He joined in 2017, previously serving as a Senior Portfolio Manager on the Inflation Sensitive and Diversifying team. Earlier in his career, he held roles at Copia Capital and 2100 Capital Group. A proud "Double Maroon," Alex holds a BA in Economics from the College and an MBA from Booth, and is both a CFA Charterholder and a CAIA.