Brett Barth, one of BBR’s founders, had the pleasure of being a guest on Ted Seides’ podcast station Capital Allocators, which interviews investors to learn about their investing practices and their employed processes.

Brett and Ted’s discussion ranged from the personal (Brett as a twin, raising twins) to the professional (the early days of BBR). Brett detailed his journey from BBR’s beginning, when it was five people working out of Brett’s apartment, to where they are today, with three offices and over 100 employees. He provided insights into BBR’s investment philosophy and approach to working with wealthy families.

A variety of topics were highlighted throughout the conversation, including the unique structure of BBR’s Investment Research team, the role of active and passive mangers in today’s environment, and the unconventional investments BBR is sourcing for our client portfolios.

We hope that you enjoy this dialogue, and as always, we look forward to any comments or questions you may have.

Podcast Important Disclosure: This podcast contains general information, and no portion of the content is intended to apply to any specific individual’s situation.  No portion of the podcast content serves as the receipt of, or as a substitute for, personalized individual advice from BBR Partners.  Nothing herein constitutes or is intended to constitute legal or tax advice, or any other client specific advice.  The information may not reflect current legal/tax developments or otherwise be applicable to an individual’s circumstance.  With respect to investment-related content, please remember that different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk, and there can be no assurance that the future performance of any specific investment or investment strategy made reference to directly or indirectly in this podcast will be profitable, equal any corresponding indicated historical performance levels(s), or be suitable for your portfolio. We conduct manager due diligence processes which address qualitative, quantitative and operational issues.  We assess each manager according to its specific investment strategies, its stated return objectives, expected volatility and associated risks.  The type of due diligence we perform on a manager varies according to investment type and size.  Manager meetings may be held in person, as well as held telephonically through a conference call.  We will not have control over the day-to-day operations of any of the managers that we select.  To the extent that an individual has any questions regarding the applicability of any specific issue to their individual situation, he/she is encouraged to consult with the professional advisors of his/her choosing.  A copy of BBR Partners’ current written disclosure statement discussing our advisory services is available for review upon request.

We are thrilled to announce that Ryan Preston has been promoted to Partner at BBR.

Ryan has been an integral part of BBR for almost a decade and has made an invaluable impact on the families with whom he works.  He exemplifies our culture of intellectual curiosity, accountability and excellence. We are thrilled that he will continue to serve a vital role across our client base as a Partner at BBR.

High quality service is the core of the BBR client experience, fostering both trust and long lasting relationships. Our team is the key to delivering this level of service, and we pride ourselves on promoting from within to retain and reward our talented team members. Assessing and rewarding employees is what allows us to have an unparalleled group of people who are smart, motivated, and client focused.

Please join us in congratulating Ryan and celebrating his contributions.

Ryan Preston Biography

Ryan, who has been with BBR since 2008, is a Director of Portfolio and Wealth Advisory, working with clients to develop an overall financial strategy, managing their investments and executing their wealth management plans. Ryan is experienced with global asset allocation, and the integration of related disciplines such as tax, estate planning, philanthropy and family governance.

He works closely with families to form a cohesive long term wealth management plan that reflects their evolving needs over time.  Previously, Ryan was an investment advisor to high net worth families at Convergent Wealth Advisors (formerly Lydian Wealth Management) in Washington DC and New York. Prior to Convergent, Ryan was a Consultant at KPMG Consulting in Washington DC.

Ryan holds an MBA from The George Washington University with a concentration in Finance & Investments, and a BS from Mary Washington College. He is a member of the Investment Management Consultants Association (IMCA) and holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®) designation.

Episode 6: Interview with Evan Roth, Co-Managing Partner of BBR Partners

On this episode, we have an insightful and entertaining chat with Evan Roth, co-founder and co-Managing Partner of BBR Partners.  In August of this year, Barron’s ranked BBR Partners as the #6 Independent Advisory Firm.

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Podcast Important Disclaimer: This podcast contains general information, and no portion of the content is intended to apply to any specific individual’s situation.  No portion of the podcast content serves as the receipt of, or as a substitute for, personalized individual advice from BBR Partners.  Nothing herein constitutes or is intended to constitute legal or tax advice, or any other client specific advice.  The information may not reflect current legal/tax developments or otherwise be applicable to an individual’s circumstance.  With respect to investment-related content, please remember that different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk, and there can be no assurance that the future performance of any specific investment or investment strategy made reference to directly or indirectly in this podcast will be profitable, equal any corresponding indicated historical performance levels(s), or be suitable for your portfolio.  To the extent that an individual has any questions regarding the applicability of any specific issue to their individual situation, he/she is encouraged to consult with the professional advisors of his/her choosing.  A copy of BBR Partners’ current written disclosure statement discussing our advisory services is available for review upon request.

BBR Partners Opens New Chicago Office

 NEW YORK (October 19, 2016) – BBR Partners, a New York-based wealth management firm formally announced the expansion of the firm with the opening of a third office in Chicago, Illinois. Sarah Norris, a recent hire from JP Morgan & Co., heads the new location as the firm’s newest Director of Portfolio & Wealth Advisory.

Sarah joined BBR in 2015 after spending over 20 years as Executive Director at JP Morgan Private Bank. In that role she worked with wealthy families, individuals and single family offices creating solutions for their complex financial needs. Earlier in her career at JP Morgan, Sarah was selected as a First Chicago First Scholar where she rotated through various departments at the bank, while simultaneously working towards her MBA at the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. Sarah earned her BA from Brown University with a concentration in International Relations.

Deanna Deutschman relocated from the New York office to join Sarah in Chicago. Deanna, a graduate of Northwestern University, joined BBR Partners in 2009 and is a Vice President of Portfolio and Wealth Advisory.

“Since BBR’s founding we have partnered with families throughout the Midwest and look forward to continuing to provide an extraordinarily high level of service to those families through this new location. Additionally, Sarah’s wealth management expertise and her deep roots within the region will be essential as we develop new family relationships in the area.” said Evan Roth, a Louisville, KY native, co-Founder and Managing Partner of BBR Partners.

About BBR Partners:

BBR Partners (“BBR”) is a boutique wealth management firm providing investment advice and financial solutions to a select group of families who embrace an independent approach to managing their wealth. BBR was founded in 2000 and services families with a minimum of $20 million in investable assets. As of September 30, 2016 BBR had 99 employees managing over $11.5 billion for more than 120 families. BBR’s core service is investment management, which is distinguished by a sophisticated approach to asset allocation and manager due diligence. Our team partners with clients to design and implement customized investment programs that are specifically tailored to each family member’s unique objectives and circumstances. Our holistic approach integrates all aspects of a client’s financial life including tax optimization, trust & estate planning, cross-generational education and governance, pre-sale business planning, philanthropic strategies, and other financial endeavors.

To learn more, please visit www.bbrpartners.com.

Contact:
Nicole C. Davis
BBR Partners, LLC
Two Grand Central Tower
140 East 45th Street, 26th Floor
New York, NY 10017
(212) 313-9874
ndavis@bbrpartners.com

Episode 14: The lessons for us all in Junior Bridgeman’s career transformation: NBA star to restaurant mogul. Taped in front of a live audience!

Junior Bridgeman is one of the most successful former athletes of all time. After retiring from the Milwaukee Bucks in 1987, he started a career that took him from owning and running a few Wendy’s in Milwaukee to being one of the largest franchisees in America. His next act? Coca Cola bottler.

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Podcast Important Disclaimer: This podcast contains general information, and no portion of the content is intended to apply to any specific individual’s situation.  No portion of the podcast content serves as the receipt of, or as a substitute for, personalized individual advice from BBR Partners.  Nothing herein constitutes or is intended to constitute legal or tax advice, or any other client specific advice.  The information may not reflect current legal/tax developments or otherwise be applicable to an individual’s circumstance.  With respect to investment-related content, please remember that different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk, and there can be no assurance that the future performance of any specific investment or investment strategy made reference to directly or indirectly in this podcast will be profitable, equal any corresponding indicated historical performance levels(s), or be suitable for your portfolio.  To the extent that an individual has any questions regarding the applicability of any specific issue to their individual situation, he/she is encouraged to consult with the professional advisors of his/her choosing.  A copy of BBR Partners’ current written disclosure statement discussing our advisory services is available for review upon request.

Sarah Rumph served on the Selection Committee for the ICS Nantucket 2016 Fund Scholarship at the Smarter Money Impact Capitalism Summit

ICS Fund Metrics Scholarship

• Why. Big Path supports a diverse ecosystem of fund managers as this in turn creates a diverse ecosystem of companies creating a more resilient, robust and open dynamic economy for all.
• What. The Nantucket 2016 Fund metrics scholarship will give the winning Fund the opportunity to present their strategy and impact investment capabilities to a large group of institutional investors at ICS Nantucket 2016 who are currently allocating to impact managers.
• Who. An expert committee of investors will select one (1) Impact Fund Manager based on the best impact reporting metrics. We invite Funds to apply for a scholarship to participate in ICS Nantucket 2016 if they are raising capital in 2016 or 2017.