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“That you were Romeo, you were throwin' pebbles, and my daddy said... “
"Stay away from Juliet"
This famous Austin resident is the owner of a prominent comedy club on 6th Street.
Who is Joe Rogan?
This computer hardware company is the largest public traded company that has been founded in Austin.
What is Dell Technologies?
This local high school is not only the alma mater of NFL quarterbacks Drew Brees and Nick Foles, but our very own CIO as well.
What is Westlake?
This day was the official bottom of the S&P 500 during the GFC.
What is March 9th, 2009?
This Vodka brand native to Austin is named after the oldest swimming hole in Texas.
What is Deep Eddy.
This hedge fund is the largest in the world when measured by AUM.
What is Bridgewater Associates?
“His palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavy. There's vomit on his sweater already...”
"Mom's spaghetti."
Sixth Street is currently pitching us on this asset class.
What is ABF?
This Texas founding father of is the namesake of both Austin and a university.
Who is Stephen F. Austin?
Jase Auby majored in this while at Harvard.
What is Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering?
The series finale of this American comedy-drama series centered around three US Army doctors holds the record for most-watched TV show episode of all-time.
What is M*A*S*H?
This corn-based vodka began commercial production in 1997 at the Mockingbird Distillery, the first legal distillery in Texas.
What is Tito's Vodka?
This notable activist investor was most recently in the news for a proxy fight with Bob Iger and Disney.
Who is Nelson Peltz of Trian Partners?
“Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy?”
“Caught in a landslide, no escape from reality.”
Sixth Street invested alongside Michael Dell in 2021 in this professional basketball team.
What is the San Antonio Spurs?
This racetrack was the first circuit to be purpose-built for Formula One racing in the United States.
What is the Circuit of the Americas?
Who is Jerry Albright?
This regal term is the middle name of our current CIO.
What is Royal?
Matthew McConaughey, known for leading roles in Interstellar and Dallas Buyers Club, launched this tequila brand in 2023.
What is Pantalones?
Travis Cocke, former TRS Intern and current CIO of Voss Capital, attended this prestigious university for undergrad.
What is Texas A&M?
“I used to rule the world…”
“Seas would rise when I gave the word.”
This iconic doughnut shop, known for offerings like "Dirt" and "Grape Ape", can be conveniently found on Sixth street.
What is Voodoo Doughnuts?
Hippie Hollow Park is the only public beach in Texas permitting this specific activity?
What is optional clothing?
In December 2019, Jase Auby was appointed CIO of TRS. CALPERs has had this many CIOs since then.
What is four?
The NASDAQ, launched in 1971 and the first ever electronic stock market, is an acronym that stands for this.
What is National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations?
This IPA, brewed at Pinthouse Pizza in Austin, is filled with a bright tropical citrus character along with notes of orange, mango, lychee, and a floral backbone.
What is Electric Jellyfish?
This high-profile activist investor is famously quoted for saying "hell is coming."
Who is Bill Ackman?
“Hello darkness my old friend…”
“I’ve come to talk with you again.”
This seedy bar is where you might find KJ on a Saturday night.
What is Buford's?
The Domain is home to a museum for this popular sweet treat.
What is ice cream?
Jase Auby served as this prior to being appointed as CIO.
What is CRO?
Ashley Baum, CFA, launched the Special Opportunities group in this year.
What is 2012?
This B.D. Riley's Austin FC themed drink is only available on gamedays.
What is Somos Verde?
These two (living) investors are money managers for Berkshire Hathaway alongside Warren Buffett.
Who are Todd Combs and Ted Weschler?