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Bernhard Koepp
Senior Portfolio Manager, M.D. at Apollon Wealth Management, LLC
About
Bernhard Koepp is Senior Portfolio Manager and Managing Director at Apollon Wealth Management, LLC, operating from New York, NY, following the firm's acquisition of C.J. Lawrence, where he previously served as CEO and Managing Member. At Apollon Wealth, he primarily manages investment portfolios and directs wealth management strategies for high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients, continuing a tradition of proprietary research and personalized investment management developed at C.J. Lawrence.
With over 30 years of experience, Koepp specializes in portfolio management across U.S. equities and multi-asset strategies, emphasizing large-cap stocks, growth sectors, and tailored asset allocations for affluent and institutional clients. His leadership roles at C.J. Lawrence and as Senior Managing Director at ISI – International Strategy & Investment Inc., reflect a track record in both independent advisory and large institutional environments, building and mentoring investment teams, and advancing investment management best practices.
Koepp holds an M.A. in International Relations and Economics from Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), including coursework in European Studies & Economics at the SAIS Bologna Center, and a B.A. in International Studies & Economics from George Mason University. He is recognized for integrating global macroeconomic insights into asset management, and he has played a significant role in strengthening Apollon's presence in New York City—enhancing service delivery for clients with complex, multi-generational wealth planning requirements.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apollon Wealth Management, LLC | Senior Portfolio Manager, M.D. | Feb 2025 to Present | On February 24, 2025 C.J. Lawrence was 100% acquired by a Apollon Wealth, a fast growing wealth management firm out of South Carolina, founded by Mike Dolberg and Robert Gorman. C.J. Lawrence continu... |
| C.J. Lawrence | CEO - Managing Member | Jan 2015 to Feb 2025 | Cyrus J. Lawrence LLC (CJL) is a New York based boutique investment management firm registered with the SEC. C.J. Lawrence has a legacy dating back to its founding in 1864. CJL provides investment adv... |
| ISI - International Strategy & Investment Inc. | Senior Managing Director | May 1999 to Jan 2015 | Launched ISI's equity oriented asset management effort in conjunction with Jim Moltz. As a Senior Portfolio Manager for High Net Worth and Institutional investors responsibilities included big-cap Gro... |
| Deutsche Bank | Director | Sep 1993 to Apr 1999 | Portfolio manager of DB Bulldog Portfolios and Top 50 US Fund at Deutsche Bank Securities in New York. As part of CIO office supervised and approved all new investment strategies and monitored in-hous... |
| Deutsche Bank AG London | Structured Finance Manager | Oct 1989 to Sep 1993 | Active in asset backed lending and project finance for DB's largest corporate clients. Completed DB's highly competitive management training program in 1990 which included a certificate program at NYU... |
| Halberger Huette GmbH (Saint Gobain Group) | Internship | Jul 1988 to Aug 1988 | Sales and Marketing Department of major West-German ironworks. |
Education
Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS)
M.A., International Relations and Economics
1988 — 1989
Bologna Center - SAIS of Johns Hopkins University
Part of JHU M.A. program, European Studies & Economics
1987 — 1988
George Mason University
B.A., International Studies & Economics
1982 — 1986
Skills & Expertise
Others at Apollon Wealth Management, LLC (9)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Trading and Program Manager | SC , United States | |
| Partner | Cumming, GA , United States | |
| Managing Partner | Braintree, MA , United States | |
| Managing Partner | Gainesville, GA , United States | |
| Trading Associate | Omaha, NE , United States | |
| Chief Investment Officer | Bridgewater, NJ , United States | |
L Lynne Holcomb | Research Analyst | Hartford, CT , United States |
| Research Analyst | St. Augustine, FL , United States | |
| Portfolio Manager | Mount Pleasant, SC , United States |
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