The Team

Brad founded the Invest America Foundation in 2023, leading essential research and building a broad coalition to reduce the income inequality and opportunity gaps in America, by promoting financial literacy and participation in our financial system. In the Oval Office, Senator Ted Cruz stated that Trump Accounts would not exist without Brad Gerstner’s vision, execution, and relentless commitment—an example of citizen-led democracy at its best.

Brad is also the Founder / CEO of Altimeter Capital and the Center for Heart Attack Prevention. He can be found on X @altcap and @bg2pod. He is a frequent contributor on CNBC, the All-In Pod and is on the Forbes Midas List as a top tech investor in Silicon Valley.

Matt Lira brings senior experiences in government, national campaigns, and the private sector to his work, grounded in a commitment to pragmatic problem-solving. He is known for convening broad, bipartisan coalitions across civic, philanthropic, and business sectors to take on complex national challenges and advance high-impact solutions that endure.

Matt is driven by a belief that national progress depends on bringing people together around shared purpose. His work centers on strengthening the civic and economic institutions that unite our country and expand opportunities for all Americans.

Zander Deutch is currently a Junior in High School who is deeply passionate about public policy, history, and the field of law. Over the course of many years competing in Speech & Debate, Zander has cultivated a strong understanding of current events and a genuine appreciation for the complexities of the legislative process.

He is a committed advocate for the democratic functions of American government and holds a profound concern for addressing and reducing the expanding wealth gap in society.

During a conversation about the wealth gap and the risks of leaving too many people out of capitalism, Lincoln Gerstner asked his father a simple but consequential question: “So what are we going to do about it?”

That conversation launched a founding journey during which Lincoln and Brad engaged current and former Presidents, White House and Treasury officials, senior policymakers, academic researchers, and leaders across corporate America to develop a shared vision for economic opportunity.

Lincoln spent two summers interning with Invest America. During a key White House roundtable, President Trump highlighted him in an executive session with the nation’s leading CEOs.

Lincoln is currently working on financial literacy engagement for the 50 million students who are set to receive Trump Accounts in 2026.