In this episode of Zephyr’s Adjusted For Risk Podcast, Ryan Nauman, Market Strategist at Zephyr, speaks with Seb Stewart, Head of US Sales at Pacific Asset Management. They discuss the evolving asset management landscape, the role of technology, and the rise of boutique asset managers. Seb shares insights on Pacific Asset Management’s modern and tech-enabled business model, the benefits of active ETFs, and the potential of emerging markets. Tune in to learn about the advantages of specialist asset managers, challenges they face, and why allocators should consider them.
00:00 Welcome to Zephyr’s Adjusted For Risk Podcast
01:03 Introducing Seb Stewart from Pacific Asset Management
06:09 Technology and Innovation in Asset Management
10:50 The Case for Boutique Asset Managers
23:10 Challenges and Risks for Boutique Firms
25:06 Challenges in Asset Management
26:25 Importance of Distribution
27:01 Succession Planning Issues
28:56 The Role of Distribution Teams
30:17 Why Choose Boutique Asset Managers?
34:42 Launching an Emerging Markets Active ETF
36:58 The Appeal of Active ETFs
41:53 Emerging Markets Performance Outlook
46:27 Conclusion and Contact Information
Learn how Zephyr can help boutique asset managers tell their story here.
Learn more about Pacific Asset Management here.






