EisnerAmper Podcast

Agriculture Credit Investing Outlook: Opportunities and Market Shifts

In this episode of EisnerAmper's Engaging Alternatives Podcast, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, speaks with David Chan, Vice President, Homestead Capital, an investment manager focused on agriculture investing in the U.S. David shares his outlook for agriculture credit investing, including the greatest opportunities, challenges and more.✨ What you’ll learn:🚀 The latest trends shaping agriculture credit and farmland investing💡 Why transitional loans and bridge financing are becoming major opportunities📊 How market specialization, crop volatility, and interest rates impact ag credit🔍 Key challenges like data scarcity and expertise gaps in underwriting agriculture assets👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more expert insights on investing, markets, and alternative strategies!🎧 Available on all major podcast platforms and YouTube.With a wide range of services in audit, tax, advisory, and outsourcing, EisnerAmper is one of the leading providers in the industry. We invite you to join us on our platforms to learn more about our services and connect with us: https://www.eisneramper.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/eisneramper/ https://instagram.com/eisneramper https://twitter.com/eisneramper

The Heart of Dealmaking: How AI Brings Clarity to Complex Transactions

Katya Fisher, CEO and co-founder of Aracor AI, joins EisnerAmper's TechTalk host Fritz Spencer to explore how the startup is redefining the future of dealmaking through its AI-native dealmaking platform. In this episode, learn how Aracor’s platform combines deep legal expertise with advanced AI to accelerate due diligence, automate risk assessment, and streamline negotiations—giving investors, counsel, and deal teams a decisive edge. Tune in to learn how Aracor’s mission to bring clarity and precision to complex transactions empowers teams to close deals faster, smarter, and with confidence.
Connect with Katya Fisher: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katyafisher/Aracor AI: https://aracor.ai/
✨ What you’ll learn:🚀 How AI accelerates due diligence and reduces deal friction💡 The future of transaction workflows powered by automation📊 How investors and legal teams gain clarity from NLP and document intelligence🔍 Why AI-native platforms strengthen risk assessment and negotiation outcomes
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The New Commodity Cycle: Opportunities & Risks Ahead

In this episode of EisnerAmper's Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, speaks with Chris Paolino, Portfolio Manager at Esker Point Advisers LLC, a commodities-focused investment advisor and affiliate of Titan Advisors, a global alternative investment firm with over $2 billion in firm assets, based in Connecticut. Chris shares his outlook for commodities investing, including the greatest opportunities, challenges and more.Disclaimer: The statements made herein by Chris Paolino represent his personal views and opinions as of the date of this interview and do not necessarily reflect those Titan Advisors, LLC or its affiliates. This presentation is not intended to constitute investment advice; nor does it constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security, investment product, or service. No recommendation or advise is being given as to whether any investment is suitable for a particular investor. To the extent this presentation contains forward-looking statements there is no assurance or guarantee that any forward-looking statements will come to pass or that future results will be consistent with any information provided.✨ What you’ll learn:🚀 Why commodities may offer decade-long growth opportunities💡 Key sectors driving future value — from precious metals to energy and copper📊 How supply–demand imbalances are shaping long-term price trends🔍 Critical challenges investors face when allocating to commodities👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more expert insights!

Global Macro Outlook: Opportunities & Risks Investors Must Watch

In this episode of EisnerAmper's Engaging Alternatives, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, speaks with Paul Podolsky, Founder and CIO, Kate Capital, a discretionary global macro manager. Paul, who previously spent over 15 years as an executive at Bridgewater Associates, shares his outlook for his investment strategy, including the greatest opportunities, challenges and more.✨ What you’ll learn:🚀 How discretionary global macro strategies navigate shifting economic forces💡 Where major opportunities may emerge across equities, rates, and global markets📊 How technology, inflation trends, and geopolitics impact macro investing🔍 Key portfolio construction principles for volatile and uncertain environments👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more expert insights!

The Future of Disaster Response: FEMA’s Evolving Role Explained

The Future of Disaster Response: FEMA’s Evolving Role Explained The future of disaster preparedness is projected to experience significant changes. In this deep-dive conversation, Jennifer Butler, Partner and Leader of our Government Sector Services and Mark Cooper, a leading emergency management expert and member of FEMA’s review board break down how FEMA’s mission, structure, and responsibilities are evolving, and what these shifts mean for disaster preparedness, recovery, and response. This episode explores:• FEMA’s upcoming structural and policy changes, and how they will impact federal, state, and local disaster operations.• Why more responsibility may shift to states and regions, and what capabilities governments must build now.• How disaster grants, public assistance, and recovery timelines may change under a more localized approach.• How to choose the right disaster consultants and trusted partners, and why prior performance matters more than ever.With a wide range of services in audit, tax, advisory, and outsourcing, EisnerAmper is one of the leading providers in the industry. We invite you to join us on our platforms to learn more about our services and connect with us: https://www.eisneramper.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/eisneramper/ https://instagram.com/eisneramper https://twitter.com/eisneramper

Health Care Growth Capital: Investing in Innovation and Life Sciences

In this episode of EisnerAmper's Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, speaks with Tadd Wessel, Managing Partner, Petrichor Capital, a New York-based investment firm which invests in health care managers and businesses to drive scientific and medical innovation. Tadd, formerly with OrbiMed Advisors and Fortress Investment Group, shares his outlook for growth capital investing in health care, including the greatest opportunities, challenges and more.✨ What you’ll learn:🚀 Key trends driving life sciences and health care innovation💡 Why current valuations create unique investment opportunities📊 How AI, precision medicine, and radiopharmaceuticals shape the next wave of growth🔍 Expert insights on challenges, IP protection, and operational strategies in health care investing👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more expert insights on private equity, venture capital, and alternative investments!

How This Urban Tech Startup Is Redefining Walkability

Dr. Bernardita Calinao, founder and CEO of Walkspan, joins EisnerAmper's TechTalk host Janina Teoxon to share how her startup is pioneering a data-driven approach to measure and improve walkability in urban environments. In this episode, discover how its AI-driven, advanced neighborhood search tool taps into the world’s largest walking-environment dataset to help users find communities that fit their lifestyles and support smarter real estate decisions. Tune in to explore Walkspan’s mission to enhance public spaces and boost property values through neighborhood intelligence.Connect with Dr. Calinao: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernardita-calinao-phd/ Walkspan: https://walkspan.ai/✨ What you’ll learn:🚶‍♀️ How AI and data intelligence are transforming walkability in cities|🏙️ Why walkable communities are shaping real estate value and livability💡 The role of geospatial analytics in smarter urban planning🌍 How startups like Walkspan are redefining sustainable urban tech👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more expert insights on innovation, tech, and investment trends!

Sukuk Investing Explained: Ethical Fixed-Income Strategies for Global Investors

In this episode of EisnerAmper's Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, speaks with Elizabeth Alm, Portfolio Manager at Saturna Capital, a Washington State-based investment manager where she manages a sukuk fixed-income strategy. Elizabeth shares her outlook for sukuk fixed-income investing including the greatest opportunities and challenges. She also discusses her experience being a woman in the industry and more.✨ What you’ll learn:🚀 How Sukuk investing differs from traditional bonds and aligns with faith-based principles💡 Key opportunities and growth drivers in the global Sukuk and fixed-income markets 📊 Why sustainable, low-volatility Sukuk investments appeal to both Muslim and non-Muslim investors🌍 Insights on gender diversity and leadership in global finance👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more expert insights on investing, finance, and sustainability!

How Healthcare Executives Can Maximize Retirement & Tax Savings

In this episode of EisnerAmper’s Healthcare Podcast, EisnerAmper’s Tony Davis sits down with Jeremy Palm, Partner and Qualified Pension Administrator (QPA) at EisnerAmper, to explore the intersection of healthcare and retirement plan administration. With over 18 years of experience designing and managing qualified retirement plans, including 401(k), profit-sharing, and cash balance plans, Jeremy shares insights on how healthcare organizations can optimize their retirement strategies to attract talent, reduce tax burdens, and ensure long-term financial wellness. Whether you're a healthcare executive, HR leader, or financial advisor, this episode delivers actionable strategies to elevate your retirement planning game.✨ What you’ll learn:🚀 How to design tax-efficient 401(k) and cash balance plans💡 Strategies to attract and retain top healthcare talent through benefits📊 Smart ways to manage profit-sharing and pension plans for long-term impact🔍 Expert insights on compliance and plan optimization for healthcare businesses👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more expert insights on healthcare finance, retirement planning, and business growth!

Smart Cash Strategies: Navigating Short-Duration Investments in 2025

In this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, speaks with Michael Kastner, Principal, Halyard Asset Management, a New York-based manager which manages short-duration cash management strategies. Michael shares his outlook for investing in short-duration cash management, including the greatest opportunities, challenges and more.✨ What you’ll learn:🚀 How short-duration strategies help optimize liquidity and manage interest rate risk💡 Key opportunities in fixed-income markets amid changing Fed policies📊 Insights on balancing corporate and Treasury bonds for better cash returns🔍 Risks and sectors to avoid in today’s short-duration investment landscape👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more expert insights on investment strategy, financial trends, and market outlooks!