Alt Blend is where we combine less-conventional investments with forward-thinking perspectives on the world beyond stocks and bonds. Welcoming investors of any experience level, we’ll create a concoction of all-things Alts, including fundamentals of alternative investments, the role they play in the ever-changing environments we encounter, and a wide range of topics you aren’t likely to hear about in regular market news. Whether you’re a newcomer to Alts or a veteran private-market investor, there is sure to be something in store for you at the Blend.  

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The Passive Alternative – Part 1

Today, we’ll learn more about some common investment strategies investors use to consider how we may be able to improve upon them.
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Fixin’ the Grid-E – Part 2

Let's discuss ways for improvement and investment across themes of modernization, diversification, and decentralization.
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Fixin’ the Grid-E – Part 1

The U.S. power grid, split into three major sections, is outdated and faces growing threats to its reliability and security.
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AI-Yai-Yai Part 4 – Em-AI-l Fail

Continuing with my exploration of the pragmatic use of AI IRL (that’s “in real life,” per the kids)
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AI-Yai-Yai Part 3 – Practical Applications

Today in Alt Blend, let's explore practical AI applications to enhance daily tasks, boost creativity, and improve decision-making.
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AI-Yai-Yai Part 2 – Training

Starting with new tech can be frustrating, but we'll tackle each obstacle and use AI to help write a conclusion.
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AI-Yai-Yai

The big idea and why it matters: For those of us not already overtly utilizing AI applications, artificial intelligence is still likely playing a behind-the-scenes ...
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The 2024 Indextravaganza!

The fourth annual summary of everything we’ve covered over the past 12 months, aka the Alt Blend 2024 Indextravaganza!
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About the Author

Steve Tresnan, CAIA®, CFP®

Private Wealth Advisor

Steve is a Certified Financial Planner as well as a Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst®. He is also an Accredited Investment Fiduciary, which helps him offer guidance to clients with fiduciary responsibilities, such as board members of trusts, foundations, and endowments. Steve earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from Penn State University.

Steve serves on the board and finance committee of New Music USA – a national nonprofit devoted to the development and appreciation of new music in the U.S.