For Institutional Investors in the US

US Small Cap Growth

Our in-depth fundamental research strategy seeks resilient small-cap companies using their competitive advantages to grow over a multi-year time frame

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Overview

ABOUT THIS STRATEGY

We believe a research-driven investment process focused on identifying quality small-cap companies with differentiated business models and sustainable competitive advantages will drive outperformance against our benchmark and peers over time. We take a moderate approach, seeking to identify companies with large addressable markets that are poised for growth over a multi-year period.

INVESTMENT APPROACH

Unique Business Models
Seeks small-cap companies that are differentiated from competitors – differentiated business model, innovative approach or unique products or services – that are using their competitive advantages to grow over a multi-year time frame.

Deep, Specialized Team
In-depth fundamental research supported by a broad team of analysts and a team of small-mid specialists, identifies small-cap companies early in their life cycle.

Moderate Approach to Growth
Offers potential for capital appreciation through exposure to small and fastgrowing companies with a focus on resilient business models positioned to weather a variety of market environments.

PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT

Jonathan Coleman, CFA

Jonathan Coleman, CFA

Portfolio Manager

Industry since 1994. Joined Firm in 1994.

Scott Stutzman, CFA

Scott Stutzman, CFA

Portfolio Manager | Research Analyst

Industry since 2001. Joined Firm in 2007.

Aaron Schaechterle

Aaron Schaechterle

Portfolio Manager | Research Analyst

Industry since 2006. Joined Firm in 2022.

Performance

RETURNS (%) (As of 09/30/2023)
Composite Gross Composite Net Russell 2000® Growth Index
 
3M YTD 1YR 3YR 5YR 10YR Since Inception
(01/01/1993)
Composite Gross -7.21 4.07 10.94 3.37 3.76 8.84 10.36
Composite Net -7.42 3.41 10.02 2.50 2.88 7.93 9.34
Russell 2000® Growth Index -7.31 5.24 9.59 1.08 1.55 6.71 7.15
Past performance cannot guarantee future results. Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal and fluctuation of value. Returns greater than one year are annualized. Returns are expressed in U.S. dollars unless otherwise stated. Composite returns are net of transaction costs and gross of non-reclaimable withholding taxes (if any and unless otherwise noted), and reflect the reinvestment of dividends and other earnings.
The gross performance results presented do not reflect the deduction of investment advisory fees. Returns will be reduced by such advisory fees and other expenses as described in the individual contract and, where applicable, Form ADV Part 2A.
Net performance results do not reflect the deduction of investment advisory fees actually charged to the accounts in the composite but do reflect the deduction of model investment advisory fees based on the maximum fee rate in effect for the respective time period, adjusted for performance-based fees where applicable. Actual advisory fees may vary among clients invested in the strategy and may be higher or lower than model fees. Returns for each client will be reduced by such fees and expenses as described in the individual contract and, where applicable, in Form ADV Part 2A.
Prior to 2008, net returns shown are net of all fees and expenses.
For a complete list of holdings as of the most recently available disclosure period, contact us.
RETURNS (%) (As of 10/31/2023)
Composite Gross Composite Net Russell 2000® Growth Index
 
3M YTD 1YR 3YR 5YR 10YR Since Inception
(01/01/1993)
Composite Gross -18.08 -5.02 -6.97 -0.42 4.39 7.77 10.00
Composite Net -18.26 -5.69 -7.76 -1.26 3.51 6.87 8.99
Russell 2000® Growth Index -18.28 -2.87 -7.62 -1.83 2.67 5.67 6.85
Past performance cannot guarantee future results. Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal and fluctuation of value. Returns greater than one year are annualized. Returns are expressed in U.S. dollars unless otherwise stated. Composite returns are net of transaction costs and gross of non-reclaimable withholding taxes (if any and unless otherwise noted), and reflect the reinvestment of dividends and other earnings.
The gross performance results presented do not reflect the deduction of investment advisory fees. Returns will be reduced by such advisory fees and other expenses as described in the individual contract and, where applicable, Form ADV Part 2A.
Net performance results do not reflect the deduction of investment advisory fees actually charged to the accounts in the composite but do reflect the deduction of model investment advisory fees based on the maximum fee rate in effect for the respective time period, adjusted for performance-based fees where applicable. Actual advisory fees may vary among clients invested in the strategy and may be higher or lower than model fees. Returns for each client will be reduced by such fees and expenses as described in the individual contract and, where applicable, in Form ADV Part 2A.
Prior to 2008, net returns shown are net of all fees and expenses.
For a complete list of holdings as of the most recently available disclosure period, contact us.
Calendar Year Returns (%)
Composite Gross Composite Net Russell 2000® Growth Index
2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013
Composite Gross -23.59 8.39 32.84 31.68 -5.74 25.25 7.92 0.06 11.41 43.67
Composite Net -24.25 7.48 31.74 30.60 -6.54 24.21 7.02 -0.78 10.48 42.49
Russell 2000® Growth Index -26.35 2.83 34.63 28.48 -9.30 22.16 11.31 -1.38 5.60 43.30

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