2nd Market, 1st Person
Monkey Business Botswana Style
When I was invited to attend the annual meeting of the International Diamond Manufacturers Association (IDMA) in Gaborone, Botswana, I jumped at the chance to visit this land-locked country in southern Africa that is the biggest source of rough diamonds …
Adventures in Alternative Assets: Power to the People
Emerging markets have been my “beat” for a long time and, as a result, I’ve experienced my share of unusual locales and local customs. One of my most memorable travel adventures took place during a power outage in Nigeria. To …
Adventures in Alternative Assets: Learning the Meaning of ‘Taken for a Ride’
A few years ago, I was advising a professional ultimate fighter about his investments. Although successful in his sport, he was unsophisticated about finances. For example, against my advice, he kept a large balance in his checking account because he …
