Academy Securities, Inc.

Academy Securities is a veteran-owned investment bank and broker-dealer firm, established in 2009 by former US Naval Officer Chance Mims. Headquartered in New York City, New York, the firm's core mission is to integrate the disciplined culture of military service with financial expertise, providing clients with unique insights into global capital markets, particularly concerning geopolitical analysis. It is recognized as the nation's first post-9/11 disabled veteran-owned and operated investment bank, committed to social impact by addressing veteran unemployment and fostering veteran talent within the financial sector.

The firm offers a comprehensive suite of financial services, including equity and debt capital markets, public finance, institutional agency trading, corporate advisory, capital raising, and traditional mergers and acquisitions. Academy Securities also provides specialized advisory services encompassing geopolitical intelligence, macro strategy, sustainable finance, and asset management. Its diverse client base spans various sectors such as aerospace, government, consumer, energy, technology, and real estate, catering to corporations, government entities, and institutional investors.

Academy Securities maintains a prominent market position, consistently ranking as the #1 veteran-owned brokerage firm in Diversity League Tables from 2019 to 2025. A significant aspect of its operations is the Geopolitical Intelligence Group (GIG), composed of retired military admirals and generals who offer critical insights into geostrategic risks impacting financial markets. The firm actively expands its leadership and advisory boards, with recent appointments in 2026, and its related entity, Academy Asset Management, saw its VETZ ETF surpass $100 million in assets under management in April 2026.