Argentina game-changer: 10 questions for the weekend with Dan Brotman

“10 On The Weekend” is IMI’s weekly format, released with only occasional pauses. The idea is simple: each guest answers the same set of ten questions. That way, readers get more than just a business profile—they also see a more human picture of how the person thinks, what they care about, and what they consider important.

In this episode, Dan Brotman, Vice President of Business Development at Apex Capital Partners, answers the questions.

How do you usually spend your weekends?

Most often, weekends are for meetings and new connections. Since moving to Montreal in September, I’ve been especially focused on building my network and finding new friends.

During the week, people have to balance work with family responsibilities, so free time is limited. That’s why weekends are the easiest time to get together, arrange catch-ups, and reset.

What three business goals are you setting for this year?

In short, my priorities right now are:

1) Explaining—clearly, accurately, and on time—what changes could affect Citizenship by Investment programs in Caribbean countries (CBI).

2) Supporting the practical launch of the expected Citizenship by Investment program in Argentina and building straightforward communication so the U.S. market receives the information correctly and at the right time.

3) Strengthening relationships with Jewish and LGBTQ+ communities. These groups are often underrepresented, and that’s understandable: many people are focused on where the U.S. is headed.

What’s taking up the most space in your mind right now?

I’m most concerned about whether the expected Citizenship by Investment in Argentina program will actually launch. The uncertainty around the start date is the main factor keeping me on edge.

What book is currently on your nightstand?

I’m reading The Next Civil War: Dispatches from the American Future by Stephen Marche.

The author looks at several possible scenarios that, in his view, could lead to major upheaval in the U.S. The approach is grounded in predictive models and conversations with specialists—military leaders, researchers of civil conflict, and experts in counterinsurgency.

How and when did you first get into the investment migration industry?

I’d been interested in the topic for a while, but at some point I decided to go back to school. At 37, I chose to pursue a Master’s degree in International Migration and Public Policy at the London School of Economics (LSE).

Investment migration was part of the program. A key boost came from an academic connection with LSE professor Christine Surak—one of the best-known researchers in this field.

When I was in Canada and writing my thesis, I was introduced to the CEO of an investment migration company. That meeting became my first real entry point into the industry.

What moment do you consider the most proud in your role as a service provider?

The strongest professional “win” for me was closing my first client at Apex Capital Partners. And it happened literally in my second week after joining the role.

What surprised you most about the market over the last 12 months?

What truly caught my attention was the possibility of a Citizenship by Investment in Argentina program. I genuinely hope it happens. Such a move could be a real Argentina game-changer for the entire investment migration industry, which is currently facing a shortage of new CBI products.

If you could go back ten years, what decision would you change?

I try not to look back or rewrite the past. My real interest in investment migration only took shape once I fully decided to enter the space—and now it feels like that’s exactly the trajectory I wouldn’t change.

Whose perspective in the industry do you respect the most?

I particularly value Professor Christine Surak’s approach at the London School of Economics. She looks at investment migration systematically and from an academic standpoint, which helps the industry avoid getting stuck in purely practical slogans.

If everything goes according to plan, what will you be doing in five years?

If the forecasts hold true, I’d like to show up regularly in industry publications and gradually establish myself as someone who shapes the agenda and influences expert thinking in investment migration.

Author’s take: why “Argentina game-changer” could work beyond novelty

In my view, the potential of Argentina’s “turning point” (Argentina game-changer) depends not only on the fact that the program is launched. What will matter most is how quickly the market learns to translate complex requirements into clear scenarios for different categories of applicants—from investors comparing jurisdictions by timelines and criteria, to families where document readiness, logistics, and planning are critical. Any new CBI initiative succeeds when it becomes a standardized product with transparent communication. Otherwise, expectations remain expectations, and trust doesn’t have time to take root.

If you’re tracking how citizenship by investment programs and investment residence options evolve across countries, this discussion is a practical signal. The article highlights priorities around clear updates on CBI programs in the Caribbean and building timely messaging for the U.S. market—crucial when decisions depend on timelines, regulations, and accurate information. Want to understand the current options and plan your next steps confidently? Explore more at Digital Nomad’s Golden Visa page.

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