Alexander Flecker on SynthEquity, Risk Discipline & Thriving in Volatile Markets | Modern Investing Podcast

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In this episode, we sit down with Alexander Flecker, VP of Sales and Marketing at Measured Risk Portfolios, to talk about what it really takes to navigate volatility with confidence. Blending insights from a blue-collar upbringing and white-collar finance career, Alex shares his journey into structured credit, wealth management, and his mission to help investors stay steady—especially when markets get shaky.

We explore:

How Alex’s 2020 market experience shaped his views on risk tolerance and investor behavior
The importance of sticking to a strategy through emotional turbulence
Measured Risk’s “Synth Equity” strategy—combining short-term Treasuries with S&P 500 call options for asymmetric growth potential
The launch of their new ETF and how it brings active risk management to everyday investors
Why structured portfolios can outperform when fear dominates the market

“Discipline in the face of chaos isn’t luck—it’s a plan. The question is: do you have one?”

Whether you're a business owner preparing for a liquidity event, or an individual investor seeking growth without losing sleep, Alex’s grounded, practical approach offers a refreshing take on building wealth through turbulent times.

About Alexander Flecker:
Alexander Flecker is the VP of Sales and Marketing at Measured Risk Portfolios. With a background that straddles construction grit and Wall Street strategy, Alex brings a unique, grounded perspective to financial risk management. He’s passionate about helping investors achieve clarity in chaos and is a key advocate for the firm’s signature Synth Equity strategy.

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