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Professional wealth management in partnership with select clients

Within The Name

The appellation of our firm, Echelons Capital, epitomizes the exclusivity of our clientele and our unwavering dedication to delivering structured, methodical, and preeminent financial services. The term “Echelons” originates from a Latin verb denoting ascension and is contemporarily utilized to signify the upper strata of a hierarchical structure. For our firm, it embodies a progressive approach with the ...More objective to provide superlative strategic planning and bespoke investment management, facilitating our clients’ navigation through the intricacies of wealth augmentation, preservation and growth. Less

What We Do

As an independent, full-service wealth advisory boutique, we cherish the confidence bestowed upon the firm by the entrepreneurs, families, businesses, and non-profit organizations the firm was established to serve. Judicious and well-deliberated counsel is provided as a fiduciary, exclusively serving ultra-high net worth investors. The firm’s services transcend mere investment selection ...More and portfolio rebalancing. In addition to active portfolio management, financial planning, annuity and insurance evaluation, and market analysis, a coordinated relationship with clients’ CPAs and Estate attorneys is deemed to be of paramount importance. The firm consists of investment professionals who adopt a holistic approach to tax-efficiency, future liquidity, life events, and the specifics of your estate planning. Our concierge approach is purposefully designed to eschew a one-size-fits-all portfolio mentality, with each investment meticulously selected to facilitate the attainment of long-term objectives. Less

Approach

The firm’s advisors offer a bespoke experience predicated upon transparent, forthright, and continuous collaboration. The process is initiated by attentively listening to clients’ needs and posing pertinent inquiries to fully comprehend their objectives prior to formulating an investment strategy. Throughout the relationship, an unwavering commitment is maintained to uphold a fiduciary standard, furnish customized advice, unparalleled service, and an open-architecture investment platform at a competitive price.

Guiding Principles

The 10 keystones of effective long-term investing that guide our decision making process

  • Stay humble & respect markets

  • Be aware of behavioral biases

  • Know where your returns are coming from

  • Emphasize lower valuation markets

  • Avoid uncompensated risks

  • Diversify risks, don't eliminate them

  • Blend active and passive management

  • Avoid performance chasing

  • Manage fees and taxes holistically

  • Focus on your process

Curated Research And Analysis

For clients of the firm, we provide independent research and analysis covering topical market trends, asset class quilts, capital market expectations, monthly chartbooks, quarterly market outlooks, manager due diligence and performance reviews. For prospective clients, it would be our pleasure to share Echelons Capital’s most recent publications and reports upon request.

Executive Team

John P. Rudio

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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Dear Valued Clients,

As the CEO of Echelons Capital, I would like to convey my immense appreciation and enthusiasm for the opportunity to serve our existing clients and extend a warm welcome to our new clients of the firm.

At Echelons Capital, our unwavering dedication is to provide the highest caliber of wealth management services to our discerning clientele. Our team of seasoned professionals diligently delivers bespoke, impartial advice and unparalleled service to assist clients in achieving their financial objectives.

We are profoundly grateful for the trust and confidence that our existing clients have instilled in us, and we remain resolute in our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and excellence in all our endeavors. It is an honor to serve as your trusted partner, and we eagerly anticipate continuing to assist you in navigating the intricacies of your wealth preservation and growth.

In closing, I wish to reiterate a heartfelt ‘Thank You’ for the privilege of serving you and your family. At Echelons Capital, our clients are the cornerstone of all our efforts, and we are deeply committed to assisting you in realizing your financial goals and aspirations.

With sincere thanks,

John P. Rudio, CEO, Echelons Capital

Brett Leahy

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

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Dear Valued Clients,

As the CEO of Echelons Capital, I would like to convey my immense appreciation and enthusiasm for the opportunity to serve our existing clients and extend a warm welcome to our new clients of the firm.

At Echelons Capital, our unwavering dedication is to provide the highest caliber of wealth management services to our discerning clientele. Our team of seasoned professionals diligently delivers bespoke, impartial advice and unparalleled service to assist clients in achieving their financial objectives.

We are profoundly grateful for the trust and confidence that our existing clients have instilled in us, and we remain resolute in our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and excellence in all our endeavors. It is an honor to serve as your trusted partner, and we eagerly anticipate continuing to assist you in navigating the intricacies of your wealth preservation and growth.

In closing, I wish to reiterate a heartfelt ‘Thank You’ for the privilege of serving you and your family. At Echelons Capital, our clients are the cornerstone of all our efforts, and we are deeply committed to assisting you in realizing your financial goals and aspirations.

With sincere thanks,

John P. Rudio, CEO, Echelons Capital

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