Investing for Justice: How Capital Drives Change with Ian Fuller of Westfuller Advisors

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• Ian’s Journey in Wealth Management (0:41)
• Founding Westfuller Advisors (5:05)
• Challenges in Early Days (10:36)
• Current Differentiation and Pitch (12:18)
• Long-term Strategic Asset Allocation Model (14:37)
• Ownership Lens Focus (16:57)
• Advocacy for Due Diligence (18:16)
• Economic Mobility and Career Decisions (22:32)
• Insider Segmeng: Catalyst 2045 Initiative Overview (25:59)
• Investment Focus Areas (28:32)
• Challenges in Supporting Underrepresented Founders (32:16)
• Future of Values-Aligned Investing (35:04)
• Investment in Generative AI (40:56)
• Incremental Impact in Investment (43:46)
• Active Ownership and Corporate Stewardship (46:43)
• Building Long-Term Partnerships (48:39)
• Final Thoughts and Takeaways (50:55)

Westfuller Advisors is a values-driven investment advisory and wealth management firm dedicated to providing advice, strategy, and investment management for mission-aligned individuals, families, nonprofits, and foundations globally. Committed to fostering a just and equitable society, Westfuller integrates clients' values into tailored financial solutions. Learn more: https://westfulleradvisors.com/

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