Christopher Keenan
Director of Marketing
Chris is responsible for content strategy, product marketing, communications, and is actively involved with the firm’s product development initiatives.
Before Welton, Chris worked in investment banking at Bear Stearns & Co. He also formerly worked at Intel Capital where he evaluated broadband infrastructure investments. Chris earned an MBA in Finance from Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Business and a BA from UCLA.
“The most inspiring part of my job is bridging the divide between complexity and simplicity.”
News and Insights from Christopher Keenan
Special Teams: Uncorrelated and Tactical Strategies
In football, special teams don’t play every down—but when they take the field, they can change the game. A well-executed kickoff pins the opponent deep. A clutch field goal leads to an overtime victory. A blocked punt shifts momentum entirely. Special teams have the potential to deliver results when the offense and defense falter.
Coaching the Portfolio Through Changing Conditions
Football coaches don’t call the same play every down, but start with a well-designed plan and the flexibility to adjust. They read the defense, assess field position, consider the clock, and adjust their strategy dynamically. They move players on and off the field based on matchups, fatigue, and game flow.
Why Diversification Still Matters: Reassessing a Core Principle in Today’s New Market Reality
In recent years, the effectiveness of diversification has been called into question, particularly when it is implemented through a conventional pairing of equities and bonds. The current investment landscape, characterized by heightened macroeconomic volatility and unstable asset correlations, necessitates a fresh evaluation of how diversification is applied.