Investor and executive Frank Holmes

US Global Investors CIO Frank Holmes (Bloomberg)

"Like venture capital, it's not about cheap paper, it's about 'first mover advantage', the speed to have the vision and ability to attract talent, money and an outstanding asset... Few people are able to do all three like Frank G [Giustra]. He has the know how and the know who with the energy to make it happen."

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