A native Miamian, J-p Toppino gives his side of the "origin" story with

his wife, Stephanie, whom he claims "changed his life." J-p cherishes a

unique bond with his older brothers as well as with his nephews, which

shaped his childhood and identity. J-p has been with Secured Capital

since 1993 and was president of Secured Capital Japan. He and his

partners now run the company in real estate, hedge funds, and private

equity. J-P sees himself ending his career and involving himself with

charities and a restaurant.