As artificial intelligence continues to reshape the financial landscape, academic institutions are evolving rapidly to keep pace. The Improving Alpha podcast bridges the divide between academia and institutional investing. In our...
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Improving Alpha: How the Columbia Business School is Approaching Transformative AI in Institutional Investing
Nov 2, 2026, 9:01:25 AM
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Improving Alpha: Global AI Investment & ROI: Navigating US, China, and Asian Markets
Oct 6, 2026, 3:53:57 PM
Artificial intelligence is on the minds of many across the institutional investment space. From the development of frontier models to understanding AI execution and impact, where should investors place their bets? We welcome...
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Improving Alpha: Zita Cobb on Capital, Community, and the Future of Philanthropy
Sep 14, 2026, 10:21:28 AM
What does it take to balance philanthropies and charities against government regulations, financial markets, and more. A brand new perspective takes shape on this episode of the Improving Alpha podcast when we welcome Zita Cobb,...
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Improving Alpha: How Frank Mihail Runs One of America’s Top Sovereign Wealth Endowments
Aug 24, 2026, 8:52:30 AM
Did you know North Dakota is the third-largest oil-producing state in the U.S.? What does it take to lead and position the North Dakota Trust Lands portfolio for success in a world of higher inflation, volatility, and more? In...


