About
Adam Sues is a Partner and Portfolio Manager at Yacktman Asset Management LP, based in Austin, Texas, where he leads management of the Special Opportunities Fund and co-manages other equity strategies for the firm. He joined Yacktman in 2013 and is primarily responsible for portfolio construction, equity selection, and guiding the firm's long-term investment approach, focusing on high-quality businesses purchased at attractive valuations.
Mr. Sues specializes in U.S. large-cap value equities, managing concentrated portfolios that commonly invest across sectors such as technology, communication services, financial services, consumer defensive, energy, and industrials. His investment philosophy emphasizes bottom-up fundamental analysis, seeking companies with strong market positions, stable profit margins, and shareholder-oriented management.
He holds an MBA in Management and Finance from UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School and a BA in Economics, Business Administration, and Accounting from the University of Mount Union. Prior to joining Yacktman, he gained experience as a Portfolio Manager at the firm and as an Equity Research Analyst Intern at Fidelity Investments, building deep expertise in equity research and value investing.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yacktman Asset Management LP | Partner and Portfolio Manager | Jan 2017 to Present | — |
| Yacktman Asset Management LP | Portfolio Manager | Aug 2013 to Present | — |
| Fidelity Investments | Equity Research Analyst Intern | Jan 2012 to Jan 2012 | — |
| Value Uncovered | Founder | May 2010 to Aug 2013 | — |
| rPath | Business Analyst | Jan 2011 to Jul 2011 | — |
| rPath | Inside Sales Manager and Sales Representative | Apr 2009 to Jan 2011 | — |
| Sageworks | Sales Manager | Sep 2008 to Mar 2009 | — |
| Sageworks | Director - Business Development | Jul 2007 to Sep 2008 | — |
| The Dynamo | Business Manager | Aug 2005 to May 2007 | — |
| MBNA | Telesales Specialist | Jan 2002 to Jan 2003 | — |
| Akron Beacon Journal | Direct Sales Representative | Jan 2002 to Jan 2003 | — |
Education
Unc Kenan - Flagler Business School
Master of Business Administration, Management, Finance
2011 — 2013
University of Mount Union
Bachelor of Arts, Economics, Business Administration, Business, Accounting
2003 — 2007
Skills & Expertise
Others at Yacktman Asset Management LP (4)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
B Brandt Dusthimer | Investment Analyst | Austin, TX , United States |
C Chase Frock | Vice President, Trading | Austin, TX , United States |
J Jason Subotky | Partner | Austin, TX , United States |
| Investment Analyst | Austin, TX , United States |