How Betashares hit $50 billion: Alex Vynokur's investing vision
In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, your host Owen Rask chats with Alex Vynokur, founder and CEO of Betashares. Together, they explore:
– How Alex started Betashares (mortgaging his home and starting a family)
– Why he believes investing must become easier and more engaging
– How Betashares Direct and tech are democratising access to wealth
– Insights on leadership, culture, superannuation, and financial education
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– The origin story of Betashares
– Challenges and personal risks Alex faced starting out
– How feedback and humility shape product development
– Key product success stories (like NDQ, QUS)
– Lessons learned from mistakes and product changes
– The role of Betashares Direct in long-term investing
– Open architecture & reducing friction for investors
– Why superannuation must evolve & be owned
– Trends in housing, investing & retirement wealth
– Betashares’ cultural values and leadership style
– Financial education as a pillar of growth
