Today we’d like to introduce you to Mau Sanchez
Hi Mau, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
I’ve been in San Antonio the majority of my life and spent some time living in New York City and Austin, TX. Being a San Antonio native, I’ve grown an appreciation for our city and the opportunity for our communities at hand. Not only is San Antonio a phenomenal place to live, but pursuing a highly rewarding career here isn’t difficult. The city is still young enough to provide a level playing field for entrepreneurs looking to forge their own paths.
A bit more about myself:
I grew up in 78209 and went to Cambridge Elementary as a kid. Unfortunately in 1998, my parents decided to leave Alamo Heights after a great flood devastated our home, I was 9 years old at the time. We ended up moving to the northside and I would end up graduating from Clark High School in 2007. I earned my bachelor’s degree in economics and finance from the University of the Incarnate Word. I also minored in philosophy during that time. I loved all three subjects equally, however, philosophy taught me the most about life during those years. From losing my religion and finding God again, it was a profound experience to go through in my early 20s. That experience of the ‘dark night of the soul’ molded much of who I am today, but I’ll leave you with the suspense and say we can cover that in a future interview.
Career in finance:
After college, I worked in private wealth with a group in Boerne, TX, followed by a brief stint in New York City, trading bonds and managing high-yield fixed income. While I loved every bit of those experiences, I knew that I ultimately wanted to start my own investment firm. Introduce Portafolio Capital Management. Today, my firm focuses on managing long-term capital for select clients we see fit. I’d say our strategy is very much proprietary and builds upon the wisdom I’ve gained from the markets over the past 14 years.. A big part of our analysis process is understanding the economic cycle and remaining keenly aware of what the respective data is telling us about markets and how to position our client portfolios. Our website is a great resource for anyone interested in what sets us apart and our unique perspectives on capital markets (portafoliocapital.com).
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Financial markets as a whole have been relatively smooth for everyone over the past several years. There were a couple of exceptions—the COVID pandemic created an interesting environment during those years, along with the most recent data on inflation and jobs. I would also mention that the past 13 or so years of low interest rates have spoiled money managers across the industry, making it relatively easy for anyone to generate a decent return in capital markets during that time. Now that we are entering a more normalized interest rate environment, portfolio managers will face more challenges and a struggle with market forces, so to speak. However, while this may seem ‘challenging,’ we welcome it at Portafolio Capital. After all, managing money and risk is our expertise and calling as investment managers.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your business?
We are an independent Registered Investment Advisor, meaning we are licensed to manage money and provide investment advice to our clients, without the conflicts of interest typically found at larger financial institutions or banks. Our specialization lies in understanding capital markets and structuring our clients’ portfolios for success. While other financial advisors often invest clients’ money in mutual funds or ETFs, our firm conducts in-depth research and selects specific stocks and companies. What sets us apart is that we operate under a fiduciary duty, meaning we act solely in our clients’ best interests. Unlike most investment managers who work as commissioned brokers (earning commissions from the investments they place you in), our firm does not charge commissions and operates as a fee-only advisor based on assets under management (AUM).
Being in finance for this long, I’ve seen a lot of what I like and don’t like in this industry. I can’t tell you how many times a client has told me about the bad experience they had after receiving “investment advice” from their bank. As the founder of my own firm, it is a great privilege to craft our offerings, add value, and deliver a level of service that exceeds the standard and the care clients have come to expect.
What matters most to you? Why?
What matters most to me is taking care of our clients for the long run and building lifelong, meaningful relationships with them. This isn’t just a business principle I abide by—it’s personal. Growing up, I watched my parents work multiple jobs to make ends meet. My father, in particular, was always working, so much so that I rarely got to spend time with him. I understood early on the immense value that money holds for families—the sacrifices made, the time spent, and the dreams tied to every dollar. This shaped my understanding of how crucial it is to protect what people work so hard for.
At Portafolio Capital Management, we don’t just manage investments; we protect the hard-earned wealth of families, businesses, and individuals. Finance doesn’t have to be complex when you have the right partner by your side. We focus not only on managing portfolios but also on educating our clients so they can make informed decisions that benefit their futures. It’s about more than just the numbers—it’s about ensuring that the time, effort, and sacrifices behind every financial decision are respected and safeguarded for generations to come.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.portafoliocapital.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gurupresario/
- Twitter: https://x.com/gurupresario
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC425TzENa74kO-QWEorbGaA/videos
- Other: https://www.instagram.com/portafoliocapital
