Lesa Sroufe & Company provides portfolio investment management for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. Founded in 2004 and based in Seattle, Washington, the firm is 100% employee-owned and manages portfolios with a focus on value equity, using individual stocks, exchange-traded funds, and debt instruments. Clients can choose between two main investment objectives: Equity Appreciation and Total Return. The firm takes a top-down approach, beginning with economic outlooks and building focused portfolios of 25 to 35 individual stocks, with the flexibility to hold up to 50% in cash as a risk-management tool. Lesa Sroufe & Company manages accounts directly or through wrap-fee and sub-advisory arrangements. The firm emphasizes long-term investing, transparency, and tailored asset allocations that reflect each client's specific goals, age, and risk tolerance.
Fee Structure
Portfolio-Based Fees (Tiered)
| Portfolio Value | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Up to $1.0M | 0.80% |
| $1.0M - $3.0M | 0.75% |
| $3.0M - $5.0M | 0.70% |
| $5.0M - $20.0M | 0.65% |
| $20M+ | 0.45% |
Rates shown reflect the Total Return objective schedule. The Equity Appreciation objective starts at 0.80% for under $5M, 0.65% for $5M-$20M, and 0.45% for $20M and above. Fees are negotiable based on account complexity and asset size.