I am a co-founder of the wealth management firm Spearhead Advisors and founder of Davos Macro Research, with over 12 years on the buyside as a research analyst and portfolio manager.
Meet Nick
Nicholas Pardini is a co-founder of the wealth management firm Spearhead Advisors. He also provides independent macroeconomic/investment research and consulting through his firm, Davos Macro Research.
Prior to Spearhead, Nicholas was the primary macro research analyst for a multi-billion dollar equity derivatives and volatility focused hedge fund, and has spent over 12 years working on the buyside as a research analyst or portfolio manager.
He has been featured as a keynote speaker at financial conferences globally and in media outlets such as RealVision, Seeking Alpha, USA Today, and CBS News, plus major blogs, YouTube channels, and podcasts.
Nick hosts Analyzing Finance with Nick on YouTube — finance, investing, and macroeconomics from the perspective of an investment professional with over ten years of experience working on the buyside.
We can discuss anything you want during this time. Common topics are macroeconomic consulting, business strategy advice, career advice, investing related analysis & discussions, social class/life strategy conversations, and my thoughts on personal niche questions. Come with a specific question or topic — Nick will prepare in advance based on your submission.
Schedule a Quick Consultation→Davos Macro Research offers top-down macroeconomic research, customized in-depth investment research, and comprehensive institutional consulting for hedge funds, family offices, insurance companies, and sophisticated private investors.
Inquire About Research Projects→Spearhead Advisors provides tailored wealth management, customized portfolio solutions, and comprehensive financial planning for high-net-worth individuals and families.
Schedule a 15-Min Wealth Call→I am an experienced public speaker on finance, macroeconomics, entrepreneurship, and overcoming autism. My rates depend on the type of conference and its location.
Schedule an Appearance→Book a quick-answer consultation, propose deeper research projects, or send general inquiries directly.
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Global macro and market commentary from me, plus outside media and other professional updates.
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We can discuss anything you want during this time. Common topics are macroeconomic consulting, business strategy advice, career advice, investing related analysis & discussions, social class/life strategy conversations, and my thoughts on personal niche questions. Come with a specific question or topic — Nick will prepare in advance based on your submission.
Direct · Inquiries
Have a general question, institutional research project proposal, or inquiry? Send a direct message.
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A small dinner with investors and operators in a city near you. Applications are reviewed individually.
In person
Upcoming tour dates and meetups. Vote on which city I visit next.
Collaborations
Keynotes on finance, macroeconomics, entrepreneurship, and overcoming autism, plus podcasts and joint collaborations.
Podcast & Store
The podcast on Spotify, and the store for channel merchandise.
YouTube · Analyzing Finance with Nick
Analyzing Finance with Nick is a channel where I discuss topics in the world of finance, investing, and macroeconomics from the perspective of an investment professional with over ten years of experience working on the buyside. Every upload below is pulled straight from the channel feed (excluding shorts), so this page stays up to date. My commentary has also appeared on RealVision, Seeking Alpha, USA Today, CBS News, plus major blogs, channels, and podcasts.
Email questions to askafundmanager@gmail.com
Latest upload · 13K views • 1 day ago
Analyzing Finance with Nick is a channel where I discuss topics in the world of finance, investing, and macroeconomics from the perspective of an investment professional with over ten years of experience working on the buyside.
More from the channel · Long-form uploads
Newest uploads first
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Gen Z Economics: No Stocks, No House, No Reason to Care
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Anything on this channel is for informational and educational purposes only and is not investment advice. All information is based upon information available to the public. No representation is made that it is accurate or complete. No mention of a particular security, index, derivative, or other instrument is an offer to buy or sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell the securities mentioned herein, nor does it constitute an opinion of the suitability and appropriateness of investing in any financial instrument. Please consult your investment advisor and do your own research before making any trading or investment decisions.
I am an experienced public speaker on finance, macroeconomics, entrepreneurship, and overcoming autism. Rates depend on the type of conference and its location.
Conference keynotes, university talks, private dinners, and live meetups — booked through Eventbrite or direct inquiry. For appearance requests, email or use the contact form below.
Speaking inquiries: askafundmanager@gmail.com
Finance & Volatility
Markets, portfolio construction, buyside perspectives
Global Macroeconomics
Interest rates, inflation, capital cycles
Entrepreneurship
Founding and building boutique asset management firms
Live Q&A & Meetups
In-person Analyzing Finance with Nick tour dates and dinners
Example speaking clip
Gen Z Economics: No Stocks, No House, No Reason to Care
Example clip for speaking inquiries — finance and macro, recorded for Analyzing Finance with Nick.
Send a direct inquiry for research projects, speaking events, media appearances, or general questions.
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