Ramaswamy’s Strive launches wealth management arm offering Bitcoin to clients

As a researcher with a keen interest in finance and technology, I find Strive Enterprises’ decision to integrate Bitcoin into client portfolios intriguing, especially given its co-founder’s political background. Vivek Ramaswamy’s experience as a former presidential candidate, coupled with his strategic move to incorporate digital assets into traditional portfolios, suggests a forward-thinking approach that is not commonly seen among wealth managers today.


On November 1st, Vivek Ramaswamy’s jointly established asset management company, Strive Enterprises, unveiled a fresh wealth management division designed to incorporate Bitcoin investments within the portfolios of their clients.

Ramaswamy’s company stated in a November 1st release that a significant aspect of their business will involve emphasizing the inclusion of Bitcoin within typical American investments, serving as a protective measure against long-term risks they anticipate for the coming decades.

The firm cited unsustainable global debt levels, rising fixed-income yields, long-run inflationary pressures, geopolitical pressures, and potential restrictive monetary controls as examples. 

One recent instance showcases asset management firms adopting Bitcoin (BTC) as a means to mitigate similar types of risks.

Matt Cole, CEO of Strive, highlighted their unique approach: “We set ourselves apart by providing clients with genuine financial autonomy, achieved by intelligently incorporating Bitcoin into our Wealth Management services, which distinguishes us from most significant competitors in the market today.

It’s noteworthy that many wealth managers seem uninterested in incorporating Bitcoin as part of their clients’ investment portfolios, according to Ramaswamy in a post on November 1st.

In the leadership roles for Strive’s freshly launched wealth management division, former Bernstein executive Gary Dorfman has been appointed President, while the position of Chief Investment Officer will be filled by ex-Morgan Stanley executive director, Randol Curtis.

The firm’s expansion is also paired with a relocation of Strive’s corporate base to Dallas, Texas. 

By the end of March 2025, it’s likely that the majority of our team members based in Columbus will need to move to Dallas, according to the company’s plans.

As a researcher, I’m excited to share that our project, Strive, has recently announced its stride forward following the successful completion of a $30 million Series B funding round. This round was spearheaded by Cantor Fitzgerald, with Tether, a reputable stablecoin issuer, playing a significant role. Notably, Howard Lutnick, CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald and a staunch supporter of Bitcoin, has shown confidence in our project.

Since the debut of its inaugural fund in August 2022, Strive has accumulated a total of $1.7 billion in managed assets.

Ramaswamy was a Republican contender until January, at which point he withdrew his candidacy and backed Donald Trump, who was a previous president.

Initially, there were suggestions that he could be a possible running mate for Trump, but it was Ohio Senator JD Vance who was selected as the Republican vice-presidential candidate in July instead.

Strive’s announcement about Bitcoin is made just before the U.S. Presidential Election, which takes place on November 3rd.

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2024-11-04 03:26