Flight Training Financing Provider Stratus Financial Announces 2024 Appointment for Chief Investment Officer

Stratus Financial LLC, asuper-prime consumer finance platform dedicated to providing student loans for aspiring pilots,is thrilled to announce the promotion of Alan Rios to Chief Investment Officer. This advancementfollows Chris Ragland’s transition to a Principal role within the firm—a strategic evolution thathad been in the planning and reflects his ongoing commitment to supporting the firm’s growthfrom an advisory capacity.

“Alan’s contributions have been critical in evolving Stratus Financial’s approach to attractinginstitutional capital, and I am confident that his leadership will drive the firm toward new heightsof success,” said Ragland.

With a background in institutional and private banking and a strong track record from hisprevious role within Citigroup’s North America Family Office Group, Alan Rios has beeninstrumental in building new institutional banking relationships, managing investor relations andelevating the firm’s fund offering to appeal to larger, sophisticated investors. His promotion toChief Investment Officer reflects his impressive performance and the strategic impact he hasmade in a short period.

“I am excited about welcoming Alan in his promotion to CIO for Stratus Financial,” said AnthonyGeraci, CEO of Stratus financial. “His commitment to excellence and working with our capitalmarkets partners to achieve united goals will continue to propel Stratus forward and continue tomake it the #1 choice for students aspiring to become airline pilots.”

“I am honored to step into the role of Chief Investment Officer at Stratus Financial. Chris’support through this transition has been instrumental, and I am excited to continue building onthe solid foundation he has established,” said Rios. “We are on the cusp of significant growth,and I look forward to guiding our firm through this exciting phase.”

Stratus Financial is set to experience tremendous growth in its retail investment and capitalmarkets efforts with Alan Rios leading the charge as Chief Investment Officer. The firm remainscommitted to leveraging its expertise and strategic capabilities to attract and manageinstitutional capital, furthering its mission to support the aviation education sector.

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