In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask sits down with Alex Zaika, CEO of Global X ETFs Australia, to explore his fascinating career journey and the rapid rise of Global X.
They cover:
- Alex’s unconventional path from teaching to finance
- How Global X grew to $12 billion AUM in just 10 months
- The evolution and adoption of ETFs in Australia
- Why digital advice and education are the next frontiers for investors
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Topics Covered
- Alex’s journey from aspiring volleyballer to finance professional
- The culture, leadership, and rapid expansion of Global X ETFs
- ETF adoption in Australia and future growth opportunities
- Digital advice, investor education, and the power of research-driven products
- Final career and money lessons Alex would share with his younger self


