Join us for an in-depth conversation with Douglas Greenig, CEO of Florin Court, as we explore their unique approach to managing $2 billion in assets using a systematic trend following program focused on alternative markets. Discover how they navigate the current macro environment by prioritizing skew over the traditional Sharpe ratio, their process for uncovering new markets, and their strategies for managing risk and uncertainty during times of crisis. We dive deep into their trend following implementation and why it's essential not to become a "backtest junkie." Plus, learn why they steer clear of having money inside of China, despite trading Chinese markets and how the location of their office has impacted their work. Don't miss this enlightening discussion with another industry leader in the CTA space.----------EXCEPTIONAL RESOURCE: Find Out How to Build a Safer & Better Performing Portfolio using this FREE NEW Portfolio Builder Tool----Follow Niels on Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube or via the TTU website.IT’s TRUE ? – most CIO’s read 50+ books each year – get your FREE copy of the Ultimate Guide to the Best Investment Books ever written here.And you can get a free copy of my latest book “The Many Flavors of Trend Following” here.Learn more about the Trend Barometer here.Send your questions to info@toptradersunplugged.comAnd please share this episode with a like-minded friend and leave an honest Rating & Review on iTunes or Spotify so more people can discover the podcast.Follow Alan on Twitter.Learn more about Florin Court.Episode Timestamps:02:46 - Discovering Florin Court's Trend Following Approach03:54 - The Macro Perspective: Understanding the Big Picture07:13 - Why Trend Following and Alternative Markets?15:55 - Skew Over Sharpe Ratio: A Different Way of Looking at Risk18:31 - Understanding Crisis Alpha: How Trend Following Shines in Turbulent Times22:27 - Accessing Individual Markets: The Hunt for Alpha29:20 - Navigating Risks in Alternative Markets33:39 - The Role of Macro Factors in Alternative Markets36:41 - From Niche to Mainstream: The Rise of...