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In summary, there are no right answers when it comes to launching an active or an index ETF. However, by understanding the basics of the regulatory landscape and the costs/benefits of each approach, both consumers and ETF operators can make more informed decisions.

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Time to get smarter in less than 10 minutes!

Welcome to the series, "Smarter in 10 Minutes." This series is aligned with our mission to empower investors through education and is curated by Matt Topley, a 25yr+ vet in the business who currently runs Lansing Street Advisors.

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SmartBe would like to spotlight our Incredible Partner and Advisor, Dr. Wesley Gray

After serving as a Captain in the United States Marine Corps, Dr. Gray earned an MBA and a PhD in finance from the University of Chicago where he studied under Nobel Prize Winner Eugene Fama. Next, Wes took an academic job in his wife’s hometown of Philadelphia and worked as a finance professor at Drexel University. Dr. Gray’s interest in bridging the research gap between academia and industry led him to found Alpha Architect, an asset management firm dedicated to an impact mission of empowering investors through education.

He is a contributor to multiple industry publications and regularly speaks to professional investor groups across the country. Wes has published multiple academic papers and four books, including Embedded (Naval Institute Press, 2009), Quantitative Value (Wiley, 2012), DIY Financial Advisor (Wiley, 2015), and Quantitative Momentum (Wiley, 2016). Dr. Gray currently resides in the suburbs of Philadelphia with his wife and three children.

SmartBe would like to spotlight out Incredible Financial Analyst, FRM Tyson Li

Tyson started his career within real estate investment and from there, gained experience in accounting and finance. Tyson completed his MBA at Concordia’s John Molson School of Business. He is a certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM) and a CFA Level III candidate. Tyson a quick learner with an eye for detail. He prides himself on being a proactive team player who thrives in new environments.