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Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO) Services

Investing with Purpose

Investing ultimately serves a greater purpose, and for nearly half a century, clients have entrusted us to help them achieve their financial goals.

Key Benefits

Dedicated, Specialized Client Teams

Senior investment teams committed to serving the specific needs of retirement plans, not-for-profits and family offices.

Portfolios Built from the Ground Up

Portfolios are constructed to align our clients’ investment strategies precisely with their goals.

Time-Tested Leader with a Proven Track Record

Proudly serving as a fiduciary, accountable to our clients and their financial success, for over 40 years.

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OCIO Solutions

Retirement Plans

Our practice is focused on providing custom investment solutions designed to achieve our clients’ objectives. With decades of experience and access to the latest technology, our client investment officers improve portfolio outcomes, strengthen governance and oversight, and mitigate risk.

Why NTAM?

Experienced, former plan sponsors and credentialed actuaries

Custom investment solutions and LDI capabilities

Disciplined governance framework supporting fiduciary duty

Featured Topics

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  • Markets on the Front Foot: Are Expectations Outpacing Reality?
    Investment Perspective · 09.24.25

    Markets on the Front Foot: Are Expectations Outpacing Reality?

    Investor enthusiasm builds, but conflicting forecasts and fragile labor data suggest the rally may be premature.
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  • Data Dependency Takes Center Stage
    Investment Perspective · 08.18.25

    Data Dependency Takes Center Stage

    Resilient data continues to fuel market momentum, but policy risks and global fragility remain close behind.
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  • Front-Loaded Growth, Back-End Risk: Navigating the Tariff Timeline
    Investment Perspective · 07.17.25

    Front-Loaded Growth, Back-End Risk: Navigating the Tariff Timeline

    Recent gains are notable, but the mix of tariffs, inflation, and policy uncertainty could complicate the road ahead.
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    OCIO Solutions

    Not-for-Profits

    We understand that investing ultimately serves a greater purpose and our fiduciary heritage instills in us an unwavering drive to continually develop innovative ideas, creative insights and distinct expertise that is critical to helping our clients realize that purpose.

    Why NTAM?

    Collaborative partnerships led by senior, dedicated teams

    Comprehensive investment expertise inclusive of alternatives

    Custom, cost-effective implementation aligned with goals

    Featured Topics

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  • Market Strain: What’s at Stake When the U.S. Government Shuts Down
    Market Insights · 10.01.25

    Market Strain: What’s at Stake When the U.S. Government Shuts Down

    How the shutdown may impact the Federal Reserve, the economy, stocks and bond yields.
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  • Government Shutdown and Labor Market Risks
    Market Insights · 09.25.25

    Government Shutdown and Labor Market Risks

    How U.S. equities historically have reacted to government shutdowns, and what may happen this time.
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  • Weak U.S. Jobs Report and Revisions Introduce Fed and Market Risks
    Point of View · 08.04.25

    Weak U.S. Jobs Report and Revisions Introduce Fed and Market Risks

    A sharp shift in Fed expectations may trigger bond-market volatility while concerns about the economy may impact equities.
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    OCIO Solutions

    Family Offices

    Our focus is to understand the unique nature of multigenerational families, significant balance sheets, tax sensitivities and evolution of objectives. We provide a truly differentiated investment experience for our clients, which is evident from over 40 years of commitment to this segment.

    Why NTAM?

    Dedicated practice focused on Family Offices

    High-touch service by advisors who work with 8-10 families

    Deep resources providing unique access and holistic advice

    Featured Topics

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  • Markets on the Front Foot: Are Expectations Outpacing Reality?
    Investment Perspective · 09.24.25

    Markets on the Front Foot: Are Expectations Outpacing Reality?

    Investor enthusiasm builds, but conflicting forecasts and fragile labor data suggest the rally may be premature.
    Read Now
  • Beyond the Bubble
    The Weekender · 09.19.25

    Beyond the Bubble

    Compounding breakthroughs are driving AI’s exponential growth. Each advance amplifies the next, fueling market expansion and potential long-term value creation for investors.
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  • Volatility Is the New Normal — Are You Ready?

    Volatility Is the New Normal — Are You Ready?

    Quality Low Volatility: The Smart Advantage for Institutional Portfolios
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