In celebration of 10 years of advising Wall Street on geostrategic risk and in honor of Veterans Day, the Academy Geopolitical Intelligence Group — a premier advisory board comprising 30 Admirals, Generals, and 2 former NASA Astronauts — rang the New York Stock Exchange Opening Bell alongside Academy Asset Management leadership on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. Academy Asset Management, a military veteran-owned and operated SEC-registered investment adviser, joins the Geopolitical Intelligence Group in marking this milestone, highlighting Academy’s commitment to supporting veterans and helping financial markets navigate the geopolitical landscape. Admiral Collin Green, an esteemed member of the Geopolitical Intelligence Group, rang the bell, while Academy Founder & CEO Chance Mims delivered remarks.

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Since its inception, the Academy Geopolitical Intelligence Group has been dedicated to guiding financial institutions through complex global risks by leveraging the expertise of its renowned advisory board. Over the past ten years, the group has advised on a wide range of issues affecting the markets, from geopolitical conflicts to technological advancements, offering insights that directly support investors’ understanding of geostrategic risks and their impact on global stability.

“We are honored to celebrate this milestone alongside the remarkable members of the Academy Geopolitical Intelligence Group, whose insights have been instrumental in guiding our clients through an evolving geopolitical landscape,” stated Academy’s Founder and CEO, Chance Mims. “Today’s ceremony is not only a tribute to their dedication but also a reaffirmation of our commitment to support veterans across the financial sector.”

Last year, Academy Asset Management launched the Academy Veteran Impact ETF (NYSE Arca: VETZ), the first publicly traded fund primarily dedicated to investing in loans to U.S. service members, military veterans, their families, and veteran-owned businesses. At least 80% of the underlying assets will consist of loans to veterans or their families. Investing in these loans helps facilitate the flow of capital to veterans, resulting in lower borrowing costs for them and their families. In addition, a portion of the management fee will be donated to veteran and military-related charities through the Bob Woodruff Foundation.

After the Opening Bell Ceremony, Academy hosted a Global Geostrategic Risk Update for invited guests with the Academy Geopolitical Intelligence Group and Peter Tchir, Academy’s Head of Macro Strategy, on hand to discuss the most pressing developments from around the world and their potential impact on markets.

“We’re proud to share the expertise of our Geopolitical Intelligence Group with our clients and partners as we navigate a complex global environment,” stated Phil McConkey, President of Academy Securities. “With initiatives like the Academy Veteran Impact ETF (VETZ), we’re not only helping investors understand the geopolitical risks shaping markets but also providing tangible support to the veteran community.”

About Academy Asset Management

Academy Asset Management is a preeminent disabled veteran-owned SEC registered investment adviser, certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE), and Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOB), focused on fixed-income funds and separately managed accounts. Leadership and staff have had intensive military training prior to entering and gaining in-depth financial services experience in global capital markets. We are mission driven with a high ethical code, a solid sense of accountability and strive for excellence in the pursuit of our clients’ success. Academy Asset Management is our nation’s first post-9/11 disabled veteran owned institutional asset manager. The firm has offices in New York and Chicago. Information about Academy Asset Management is available at www.academyassetmanagement.com.

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Agency Small Business Loan & MBS Risk. There is uncertainty as to the current status of many obligations of Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac and other agencies that are placed under conservatorship of the U.S. Government. Fixed income Securities Risk. Typically, the value of fixed income securities changes inversely with prevailing interest rates. Non-Agency MBS Risk. Non-agency MBS are subject to heightened risks as compared to agency MBS, including that non-agency MBS are not subject to the same underwriting requirements for the underlying mortgages that are applicable to those MBS that have a government or government-sponsored entity guarantee. Non-Agency MBS Risk. Non-agency MBS are subject to heightened risks as compared to agency MBS, including that non-agency MBS are not subject to the same underwriting requirements for the underlying mortgages that are applicable to those MBS that have a government or government-sponsored entity guarantee. Prepayment Risk and Extension Risk. Many issuers have a right to prepay their fixed income securities. Repurchase Agreement Risk. Repurchase agreements may be viewed as loans made by the Fund that are collateralized by the securities subject to repurchase. TBA Transactions Risk. The Fund may enter into TBA transactions for MBS. New Fund Risk. As a new fund, there can be no assurance that the Fund will grow or maintain an economically viable size.

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