Jerry Braakman, President and Chief Investment Officer, and Jason Nerio, Director of Investment Research and Strategy, share their insight on current business cycles and market trends. Watch this video to learn more.
Recorded: November 12, 2025
Speakers:
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Jerry Braakman President, Chief Investment Officer First American Trust |
Jerry brings 25 plus years of experience with the firm in various management roles. As Chief Investment Officer, Jerry oversees the investment outlook, portfolio strategy, asset allocation, risk management, and investment processes. He regularly provides expert commentary on the financial markets to various media outlets including The Wall Street Journal, Associated Press, Reuters, CNBC, and Bloomberg.
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Jason Nerio Senior Vice President, Director of Investment Research and Strategy First American Trust |
Jason Nerio is the Director of Investment Research and Strategy at First American Trust. Mr. Nerio has more than 28 years of investment research experience. He is responsible for formulating investment strategy and serves as a leading member of the investment committee which monitors and manages the firm’s allocation strategies for over $2 billion in client assets.

