Can accessing pre-IPO names help connect advisors to young investors?
Jun 18, 2025

Many of the brands that resonate most with millennials and Gen Z—think SpaceX, Epic Games, and OpenAI—aren’t accessible through traditional public markets. In a recent article in Wealth Professional Canada Magazine by David Kitai, AIP CEO Jay Bala, CFA discusses how giving investors access to these household names could be a game-changer for advisors looking to connect with the next generation.
About AIP
Founded in 2013, AIP Asset Management has earned a reputation for its innovative approach to convertible private debt investing, aiming to protect principal investments while gaining market exposure to small-cap companies. Based in Toronto, AIP is a leading credit manager in North America, with a team of professionals boasting over 100 years of combined experience in direct lending, private equity, and capital markets.
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