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Thank you Scott Wapner and CNBC for having Academy on to discuss the launch of the Academy Veteran Impact ETF (NYSE: VETZ), the value military veterans bring to companies, New York Football Giants, and Academy ringing the NYSE Closing Bell. We are grateful for our first cohort of investors in VETZ: Virtu Financial, State Farm, and other large corporations. We are also proud to partner with Bob Woodruff Foundation to donate a portion of our management fees to military veteran charities. https://lnkd.in/gjsZtMka Academy Securities Academy Asset Management #missiondriven #vetz #veteransday

Nancy Morgan Joins Academy Securities’ Advisory Board and Geopolitical Intelligence Group https://lnkd.in/gnXeZbuQ Nancy Morgan joins Academy Securities as a seasoned expert in national security, data strategy, and technological innovation. During her 36 years of US Federal Government service, she held several executive leadership roles at the Central Intelligence Agency and most recently served as the US Intelligence Community Chief Data Officer. “We are thrilled to welcome Nancy Morgan to our Advisory Board,” stated Academy’s Chairman and CEO Chance Mims. “Her unparalleled expertise in national security, AI, and information technology, along with her proven leadership, will greatly benefit our team as we continue to innovate and grow.” Ms. Morgan commented on joining the firm: “I am honored to join veteran-led Academy Securities. Now more than ever we need to understand the intersection between the rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape and market forces. To maintain competitive advantage, organizations need to fully leverage public and private sector expertise to find innovative ways to meet today’s challenges and be poised to seize opportunities for growth.” “Nancy Morgan’s distinguished career and expertise make her a great addition to our Advisory Board,” stated Academy’s President Phil McConkey. “Her insights come at a crucial time as data, technology, and AI continue to shape and transform the economic landscape.” Academy Securities Geopolitical Intelligence Group provides its clientele access to the nation’s foremost experts in foreign policy, national security, and regional instability. Our military-trained advisors have served at the highest levels in previous administrations and maintain strong relationships with current government and military leaders, providing relevant and reliable geopolitical and cyber-risk perspectives. The Academy Geopolitical Intelligence Group consists of 27 Admirals, Generals, and 2 former NASA Astronauts. Academy has been advising clients for over a decade and is the leader on Wall Street for Advisory on the Geostrategic Risk on the markets. #academysecurities #missiondriven #geopolitical #geopolitics #capitalmarktets #debtcapitalmarkets #ipo #rates #macro #geointelligence #iran #pakistan #hamas #israel #syria #iraq #SITREP #venezuela #yemen #cuba Academy Securities Academy Asset Management Academy Ventures

Academy Securities served as a Joint Bookrunner on a $600 million New York Life Insurance Company funding agreement-backed note transaction. We are grateful to the New York Life team for the opportunity they gave our military veteran investment banking team. Academy Securities Academy Asset Management Academy Ventures #academysecurities #missiondriven #capitalmarkets #fixedincome

ACADEMY SITREP – IRAN LAUNCHES BALLISTIC MISSILE ATTACK AGAINST ISRAEL October 1, 2024 | https://lnkd.in/g9gEFgMy What has Happened: -After the U.S. picked up indications that Iran was preparing to fire ballistic missiles at Israel this morning, Iran moved forward with the attack this afternoon by launching over a hundred ballistic missiles at targets in Israel (though initially there were no known reports of major injuries or fatalities). -This action from Iran comes on the heels of Israel commencing a “limited” ground operation into southern Lebanon and the killing of Hezbollah leader Nasrallah, and a senior IRGC General, Abbas Nilforoushan, last Friday in Beirut. -While there were concerns regarding the potential for a second Iranian attack following the killing of the Hamas political leader, Ismail Haniyeh, in Tehran on July 31st, Iran initially hesitated likely because of the risk of escalation with Israel and the U.S. -However, more pressure had been put on Iran by its network of proxies to get more involved and to strike Israel directly, especially following the killing of Nasrallah and the launching of the Israeli ground operation into Lebanon. -In April of this year, Iran fired over 300 missiles/drones at Israel, but 99% of these munitions were intercepted by Israel and its partner nations, led by the U.S. -In both instances the U.S. utilized multiple assets in the region capable of intercepting ballistic missiles including guided missile destroyers, in addition to the Israeli Arrow missile defense system and support from Jordan. -The U.S. has warned of ”severe consequences” for Iran, and Israel will respond to this attack, further escalating the situation and raising the risk of a broader regional war. Why it Matters: To read analysis from our Geopolitical Intelligence Group, see the full report at: https://lnkd.in/g9gEFgMy #academysecurities #missiondriven #geopolitical #geopolitics #capitalmarktets #debtcapitalmarkets #ipo #rates #macro #geointelligence #israel #lebanon #iran #tehran #beirut #SITREP Academy Securities Academy Asset Management Academy Ventures

ACADEMY SITREP – ISRAEL BEGINS GROUND OPERATIONS IN SOUTHERN LEBANON September 30, 2024 | https://lnkd.in/ezaanhqu What has Happened: -Israel has commenced “limited” ground operations targeting Hezbollah military infrastructure close to the Israel-Lebanon border. -According to the IDF, the initial targets were “located in villages close to the border and posed an immediate threat to Israeli communities in northern Israel.” -Over the weekend, it was reported that Israel had launched raids led by special operations forces into southern Lebanon to gather intelligence and probe Hezbollah capabilities. -Israeli officials had also suspected that Hezbollah’s Radwan Forces were making preparations for an attack and have been positioning weapons and supplies near the border. -Israel has been on the offensive over the past two weeks against Hezbollah in Lebanon and operations accelerated following the strike that killed Nasrallah, the terror group’s leader, last Friday. -As a deterrent to Iran, the U.S. announced that the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group would remain near the Red Sea, while the USS Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is heading for the Mediterranean Sea. -At this time, Israeli officials have stated that there will be “no long-term occupation of southern Lebanon,” however no timeline was provided. -Israel’s mission here is clear, as it recently added the safe return of residents to the north of the country as an official goal of the war in Gaza. Why it Matters: To read analysis from our Geopolitical Intelligence Group, see the full report at: https://lnkd.in/ezaanhqu #academysecurities #missiondriven #geopolitical #geopolitics #capitalmarktets #debtcapitalmarkets #ipo #rates #macro #geointelligence #israel #lebanon #iran #hezbollah #beirut #SITREP Academy Securities Academy Asset Management Academy Ventures