As seen in Millionaire MNL, Shana Orczyk Sissel, is more than a fintech founder,she’s a movement-maker in alternative investments. Known in industry circles as the “Queen of Alternatives,” Shana is the Founder & CEO of Banríon Capital Management, a modern platform helping RIAs and independent advisors harness the power of alternative investments with precision, technology, and transparency.
With nearly two decades of experience at top-tier firms including Ariel, Mercer, Orion, and Russell Investments, her voice carries weight across both Wall Street and wealth management circles.
Building Banríon: A Fintech Solution for a Fragmented Space
Shana launched Banríon Capital with a clear vision: to simplify how financial advisors integrate public and private alternative investments into client portfolios. The firm combines manager due diligence, analytics, and seamless workflows, giving advisors the infrastructure to make better, bolder portfolio decisions.
Her leadership helped support the launch of landmark products like the Home Appreciation U.S. REIT ETF (HAUS) and advisory solutions for platforms like Armada ETF Advisors.
From CIO to CEO: A Proven Portfolio Leader
Before founding Banríon, Shana served as Chief Investment Officer at Spotlight Asset Group, where she helped oversee over $500 million in AUM. She also held leadership roles at Cope Corrales, Fidelity, and other institutional giants, sharpening her edge in manager selection, risk oversight, and client strategy.
This rigorous background informs every aspect of Banríon’s approach,ensuring it meets the high bar set by sophisticated institutional standards.
Voice of the Industry: From CNBC to Cboe
Shana is a frequent speaker at events like Inside ETFs, WealthStack, and Private Wealth Summits, where she educates advisors on how alternatives can fuel client growth and firm differentiation.
Her media presence includes appearances on CNBC, Bloomberg, Fox Business, and interviews on RIA Channel and leading podcasts. She also recently rang the Cboe closing bell,a moment made more special by sharing it with her son.
Recognition and Reach
Shana’s work hasn’t gone unnoticed. In 2025, she was named one of the Top 20 WealthTech CEOs by Technology Innovators Media Group,a title earned through years of innovation, education, and bold leadership.
With 9,000 LinkedIn followers, Shana’s posts consistently highlight her commitment to team culture, investment discipline, and women in finance.
One post reads:
“Talent is nothing without dedication and discipline… and dedication and discipline is a talent in itself.”
Empowering Advisors, Elevating the Industry
What makes Shana’s leadership unique isn’t just her credentials,it’s her passion for democratizing investment access. Whether helping RIAs integrate complex alt strategies or mentoring emerging women leaders in finance, she combines technical strength with a fierce belief in access, equity, and education.
As she shared on LinkedIn:
“I’m so excited to have been recognized as one of the Top 20 WealthTech CEOs for 2025!”
She’s not just transforming portfolios, she’s transforming the possibilities for every advisor and investor navigating the alt space.
