Robert A. Picard

Managed 5 multi-billion-dollar alternative investment platforms at First Republic, Carlyle
Group/ Rock Creek, Optima, RBC Capital and State Street/InfraHedge

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

Grateful for the generous words @Stephanie_Link! AI is reshaping markets faster than the headlines can keep up. Yes, there’s been stress in parts of the private credit market, but it’s part of a much bigger technology shift, not a sign that something is fundamentally broken.

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

@Stephanie_Link Thank you, Stephanie, for the generous mention! Private credit is a space we think about constantly on behalf of our clients and practices across @HightowerAdvsor, and happy to be a resource.

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

@DWeisburd Thank you David Weisburd, for making our conversation so easy on how access, diversification, and technology are redefining the wealth management landscape.

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

Thank you to @DavidWeisburd, host of the “How I Invest” podcast, for an engaging conversation on how access, diversification, and technology are redefining the wealth management landscape.

[David Weisburd 🚀 @DWeisburd]

BREAKING: Robert Picard on Private Markets, AI, and the Future of Wealth Management

From $324B in assets at Hightower to how AI will disrupt advisors — this conversation is loaded with insight.

Highlights from my conversation with Robert Picard
(00:00) The $324B empire behind Hightower
(00:31) Why Hightower acquired NEPC — and what it unlocks for clients
(02:21) Why institutions and individuals should build portfolios differently
(04:57) 91 % of $100 M revenue companies are still private
(06:45) How technology is democratizing private markets
(08:19) The new 60/40 for private markets investors
(12:59) Why illiquidity might be your best friend in a crash
(22:23) How AI is already disrupting asset managers
(29:21) How independent advisors are beating wirehouses
(48:50) 35 years of investing — his one timeless career lesson

🎥 Full episode below 👇

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

@LuggageForward Not sure what’s going on but it appears that my luggage is missing. We’ve received no response despite emailing and phone calls. : 124354545

This is unacceptable and want to know where my luggage is located.

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

Hightower’s Picard on the power of the platform https://t.co/R6ruuKj9zg

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

Are we at a transformational point in the private markets landscape?

I had the pleasure of joining @LawrenceCalcano and @michaelsidgmore on the Monthly Alts Pulse to discuss this moment in time. Perfect to watch during your weekend travel!

[iCapital @icapitalnetwork]

Are we at a transformational point in current private markets landscape from an allocator's view? @robpicard, @HightowerAdvsor, joins Monthly Alts Pulse with @LawrenceCalcano and @michaelsidgmore. Watch now: https://t.co/3qDOGTFerg

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

@novogratz There is a whole business of legal grift built around charities (and general fundraising) https://t.co/T6EUY4gZBr

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

@artisanchocolat Have still had NO UPDATE on order #103502 submitted last weekend. This is quite unfortunate. Please advise assp

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

@VibeePresents @Aldamarmo @U2 @SphereVegas Still nada. Clock is ticking

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

@klcam42 @VibeePresents @U2 @SphereVegas Same here. I still have not received tickets for Oct. 14th show despite @VibeePresents asking for calm and patience. Figure it’s time to let others @BrooksAD and @enews do some reporting as I’m sure it will generate clicks

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

@VibeePresents @Aldamarmo @U2 @SphereVegas I haven’t received a reply yet to either post, email or DM. Please advise.

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

@VibeePresents @U2 @SphereVegas Still waiting on tickets for Oct. 14 show! Absolute disaster (@fyrefestival and/or @FyreFraud)

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

@BeschlossDC I was there across from the WTC at One Liberty Plaza. The whole building shuddered and lights dimmed momentarily. We knew something catastrophic happened. Outside on the plaza, all commuters were gazing upwards in shock

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

@jefielding You aren’t investing in the company. You are investing in people. People make the company

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

On @michaelseidgmore’s podcast Alt Goes Mainstream, I had the opportunity to talk about my passion for the space and how advisors at Hightower interested in alts can tap into the Investment Solution team’s resources. Check it out!

[Michael Sidgmore @michaelsidgmore]

2/ @HightowerAdvsor's @robpicard & I had a fascinating conversation:

* Evolution of alts over past 30 years.

* What he looks for in a fund manager.

* How investors can have an edge in alts.

* The @HightowerAdvsor DNA.

[Michael Sidgmore @michaelsidgmore]

2/ @HightowerAdvsor's @robpicard & I had a fascinating conversation:

* Evolution of alts over past 30 years.

* What he looks for in a fund manager.

* How investors can have an edge in alts.

* The @HightowerAdvsor DNA.

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

On @michaelseidgmore’s podcast Alt Goes Mainstream, I had the opportunity to talk about my passion for the space and how advisors at Hightower interested in alts can tap into the Investment Solution team’s resources. Check it out!

[Hightower @HightowerAdvsor]

@robpicard, Hightower’s new Managing Director & Head of Alternative Investments joined @michaelsidgmore on his podcast @GoesAlt. Listen here this weekend!

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

Excited to join @HightowerAdvsor and join @Stephanie_Link and @oros_bob grow Hightower Alternative Invesmtent Solutions=> Fun

[Hightower @HightowerAdvsor]

Hightower welcomes @RobPicard as Managing Director, Head of Alternatives in our Investment Solutions group, focused on expanding our advisors’ access to best-in-class private-market investments and preferred opportunities. Read more here: https://t.co/AK9IrHqOb8

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

@Jack didn’t care, @TwitterSafety didn’t care, maybe, just maybe @elonmusk will care?

[Robert A. Picard @robpicard]

I’ve been on Twitter for 12 Years @jack and it’s still amazing that you still allow bots and anonymity. Just introduce captcha and ID verification. We would all be much happier and better informed... just sayin’...