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Prospero Spirit Funds is leading the charge into a new and exciting investment opportunity centered around one of the most resilient, consistently appreciating asset classes available—WHISKEY! Prospero Capital Management has identified this exceptional opportunity that offers investors unique benefits, including diversification, recession resilience, and low correlation to traditional asset classes: -Bourbon Opportunity Fund, LLC -Rye Opportunity Fund, LLC -Collectible Spirits Fund, LLC -Scotch Opportunity Fund, LLC -Irish Whiskey Opportunity Fund, LLCBourbon has been recognized as a distinctive US product and is currently in high demand. With strict production regulations, longer aging periods, and the rapid growth of craft distilleries, premium and small-batch bourbons are becoming increasingly scarce, leading to sharp price appreciation. This supply-demand dynamic makes Bourbon one of the most attractive opportunities for investors.Rye whiskey is often considered America’s original whiskey and has experienced a resurgence in the last 15 years. Strong growth in demand and value, driven by increased consumer demand and limited production, particularly for older, well-aged expressions, make Rye a compelling opportunity for investors. Finally, the Collectible Spirits Fund taps into the market for rare and limited-edition bottles and casks (often 1-of-1), which have historically experienced strong, consistent value appreciation. The access offered by the Prospero Spirit Funds offers investors flexibility and allows them to benefit from the high demand for these unique whiskey casks and bottles.Whiskey’s return potential coupled with portfolio diversification benefits are rare characteristics in an exciting asset class ripe for disruption. Prospero Spirit Funds invite you to take a deeper look into the world of whiskey—an experience that blends history, craftsmanship, and wealth-building potential…from the Barrel to the Bottom Line!

Founder and Portfolio Manager of three top-performing SEC-registered hedge funds: Market-Neutral, Long/Short, Long-Only, featured in HBS Case Study entitled “Building Hedge Funds at Prospero Capital.” Merged BJA Capital, a separate account investment advisory firm, into a fund-based business to continue highlighting individual track record. Developed significant expertise in turnarounds, multi-sector equity selection, portfolio construction, and risk management. • Cumulative net performance of +230% versus +124% for the S&P 500 Index (12.7% net annual returns versus 8.4% for the S&P 500) during 10-year period.• Recognized for proven track record of superior investment leadership and institutional due diligence for 25+ years.

Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, Us

Arctaris Impact Investors, LLC is a Boston-based impact investment firm with experience spanning more than 13 years and eight funds, with both debt and equity investments. Arctaris today is the largest impact-focused manager of Opportunity Zones nationally. The firm manages funds that invest in growth-oriented operating businesses and community infrastructure projects located in underserved communities. Arctaris has partnered with the Kresge Foundation, Richard King Mellon Foundation, and multiple other foundation, federal and state government agencies to invest in Opportunity Zones, inner cities, and targeted rural communities throughout the U.S., with the aim of delivering above-market investment returns alongside positive social impact.Recruited by the founder of Arctaris Impact to build the largest fund series in the firm’s history. Led the launch of the $500+mm Opportunity Zone private equity fund platform; served on the Investment Committee; produced marketing collateral for fundraising; connected with 1,000+ prospective investors, including family offices, HNWI, significant RIA groups, foundations, and federal/state agencies. • Head of sales and business development firm-wide, driving 7x growth in assets under management and 3x growth in professional head count. • Established and led cash management deployment, increasing annual returns by more than 4%. • Sourced and executed high-IRR investments in Washington DC and NYC Opportunity Zones.• Developed risk mitigation strategies for the Arctaris Opportunity Zone Fund platform (private equity funds), offering downside protection while enhancing returns for investors by sourcing first-loss capital via partnerships with foundations, municipalities, and state governments. • Pioneered unique capital structure for Arctaris Impact Fund (private credit fund), including downside protection through public/private capital mix to optimize risk/return outcomes for investors.

Chicago, Illinois, Us

Imerman Angels’ mission is for no one to face cancer alone. Utilizing extensive data, the organization is the world’s largest support network for cancer fighters, survivors, and caregivers, operating in 100+ countries and addressing 135+ cancer types. Following three years on the Board of Directors, was asked to step into the CEO role as a defined 2-year assignment to turnaround financial performance. Accepted with intent of returning to full-time investment position. Resulted in positive financial results, the highest fundraising total in history, and the highest number of one-on-one matches in history between cancer fighters and survivors.

New York, Ny, Us

Omega is one of the world’s largest and most successful hedge funds, founded in 1991 by Leon Cooperman. Recruited by founder to manage the largest capital line among Omega’s investment professionals, adeptly moving across sectors, achieving superior results versus team and benchmark. • Generated significant profits from equities in varied industries, including shorting inhalable insulin manufacturer and fast-casual restaurant chain; initiated profitable long positions in leading biotech, logistics leader, and dynamic insurance company.• Actively participated in risk management and tactical asset allocation decisions.

Hamilton, Bm

Orbis is a multi-billion dollar global long/short investment firm, targeting superior risk-adjusted returns. First full-time investment hire by the founders, covering the US long/short equity portfolio. Implemented investment decisions based on proprietary valuation models, utilizing a long-term value approach, focusing on healthcare, financial, consumer, TMT, energy, and transportation sectors.

BJA Capital is a registered investment advisory firm, specializing in targeting superior risk-adjusted returns from equity and fixed income investments. The firm managed a balanced product (fixed income and equities from 1992-97) and equity product from 1995-97, which merged into Prospero Capital Management in 1997. Founder of registered investment advisory and portfolio manager of all separate accounts. Back office provided by Merrill Lynch. Block traded accounts. • Superior 5-year track record with balanced product returns exceeding benchmark since inception in 1992, and equity product returns exceeding S&P 500 since 1995 launch. • Led internal analysis of Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM), producing a disruptive study of the asset management business, reviewed in the NY Times, WSJ, and featured on CNBC/CNN (1995).

New York, Ny, Us

Oppenheimer is a global investment banking and financial institution. Researched and published trading recommendations in the insurance sector (property/casualty, life, and multi-line). Implemented successful investment recommendations after evaluating both statutory and GAAP accounting, based on proprietary valuation models, utilizing a long-term value stock picking approach.

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business

Doctor Of Law (Jd), Law

Bachelor Of Arts (A.B.), Economics