Universa Investments’ Evening at Sea: Miami’s Premier Financial Networking Event

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Universa Investments

On January 27, 2025, Universa Investments hosted its third annual Evening at Sea aboard the luxurious 228-foot SeaFair Mega Yacht in Miami. This exclusive, invitation-only event brought together a distinguished gathering of institutional investors, financial experts, and thought leaders for an evening of insightful dialogue, gourmet dining, and high-level networking.

As a Miami-based firm for over a decade, Universa used the event to highlight the city’s rising prominence as a global financial hub. Chief Operating Officer Brandon Yarckin underscored Miami’s growing influence, noting its emergence as a magnet for international investment.

With media partners such as Bloomberg and Haute Living in attendance, the evening served as a dynamic platform for discussing the current financial landscape and exploring strategies to address emerging economic risks. A highlight of the evening was an exclusive interview with Nassim Nicholas Taleb, Universa Investments’ Distinguished Scientist and author of The Black Swan.

Moderated by Bloomberg Global Finance Correspondent Sonali Basak, the conversation delved into critical topics such as hidden risks in global markets, the unpredictability of financial crises, and how institutional investors can better prepare for economic turbulence. Taleb’s profound insights, grounded in his expertise in risk management and probability, sparked engaging discussions among attendees about navigating today’s volatile investment environment.

The event was made possible by the generous support of sponsors, including JP Morgan, Lionscrest Advisors, True North Advisors, Ascent Wealth Partners, and Stone Coast Fund Services.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Universa Investments

Their involvement highlighted the importance of fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing among financial leaders. As the industry continues to evolve, the ability to identify and mitigate unseen risks remains a top priority, making the discussions at Evening at Sea particularly timely and relevant.

Beyond the thought-provoking discussions, the evening offered a unique opportunity for attendees to connect in an intimate setting. Over cocktails and a gourmet dinner, guests enjoyed breathtaking views of Miami’s skyline, creating an atmosphere conducive to building relationships and exchanging ideas. Against the backdrop of an ever-changing economic landscape, the event reinforced the value of forward-thinking strategies and collaborative dialogue.

Universa Investments once again delivered an exceptional experience, cementing its reputation as a leader in financial risk management and innovation. The Evening at Sea not only celebrated Miami’s growing influence but also provided a forum for shaping the future of global finance.

Universa Investments is an investment management firm that has specialized in risk mitigation since it was established by Founder and Chief Investment Officer, Mark Spitznagel. Universa formalized and institutionalized the idea of tail risk hedging in 2007, providing live tail risk mitigation for clients during (and since) the 2008 crisis. Cultivated by decades of development and implementation, Universa’s risk mitigation strategies focus on maximizing convexity – the degree of portfolio loss protection provided for a given capital allocation. The firm’s assets under management are $19.8 billion as of April 2025 ($17.2 billion as of December 31, 2024, as reported with the SEC via Form ADV).

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