Our Firm
N.A. Silva & Company is a registered investment adviser dedicated to the long-term stewardship of capital. The firm manages client and proprietary assets through a discretionary global macro strategy anchored in capital preservation, disciplined risk management, and thoughtful portfolio construction across market cycles.
The investment process integrates quantitative signals with fundamental macro analysis to assess and respond to evolving conditions in growth, inflation, and policy across global markets. Portfolios are constructed using a risk-based framework that emphasizes diversification, liquidity, and correlation rather than nominal exposure, with risk managed across positions, portfolio aggregates, and macro factors through defined limits, scenario analysis, and dynamic sizing. This approach is designed to preserve capital, maintain flexibility, and redeploy risk prudently as conditions change.
In addition to investment management, the firm partners with select families and business owners as a strategic advisor, applying the same risk-first philosophy to balance sheet management, capital planning, liquidity strategy, and long-term decision-making. This work focuses on strengthening financial resilience, aligning capital with client objectives, and preserving optionality across generations.
Management
Nicholas Silva
Managing Partner | Chief Investment Officer
Nicholas Silva is Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer of N.A. Silva & Company. He is responsible for the overall management of the firm and leads portfolio management and research activities. Prior to founding N.A. Silva & Company, Nicholas has held various research and advisory roles with family offices and institutions.
Beyond the firm, Nicholas serves as President of the Young Professionals of Alfalit, supporting the mission of Alfalit International, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing literacy, education, and community development worldwide.
Nicholas graduated magna cum laude with a B.S. in Finance and Economics from the University of South Florida and earned his MBA from Florida International University.