About
Jake Borbidge is the Chief Investment Officer at Avidian Wealth Solutions in Houston, TX, where he leads the firm’s portfolio management and investment strategy. In his role, Borbidge oversees asset allocation, investment research, portfolio construction, and works closely with both the financial planning and investment teams to deliver client-focused, innovative solutions. He brings a deep specialization in multi-asset portfolios, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), private market investments, and developing custom solutions for clients with complex financial needs.
Borbidge’s career includes nearly two decades at industry leaders such as Invesco Ltd., where he was instrumental in advocating for and building the Investment Solutions team and managing multi-asset ETFs. Notably, he led teams recognized with industry honors, including Forbes’ Best Overall ETF of the Year (2022), and secured institutional mandates such as the Rhode Island 529 plan, significantly growing assets under management. He currently also serves as an investment advisor at the Greater Houston Community Foundation, further highlighting his commitment to fiduciary excellence and the nonprofit sector.
Borbidge is a graduate of the University of Houston and the University of Houston, Bauer College of Business, as well as Lehigh University and the P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science at Lehigh. His expertise spans traditional equities, bonds, and a notable focus on private investments and alternative asset classes, with a strong track record of innovation and client-centric strategy in portfolio management.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avidian Wealth Solutions | Chief Investment Officer | Aug 2023 to Present | — |
| Greater Houston Community Foundation | Investment Advisor | Sep 2021 to Present | — |
| Invesco Ltd. | Senior Portfolio Manager | Feb 2020 to Aug 2023 | — |
| Invesco Ltd. | Head of Research | Apr 2014 to Aug 2023 | Direct research effort for Invesco Solutions. |
| Invesco Ltd. | Portfolio Manager | Feb 2016 to Feb 2020 | Portfolio manager for the Invesco Global Solutions team |
| Invesco Ltd. | Senior Analyst | Apr 2004 to Apr 2014 | Equity and Quantitative Research |
| ExxonMobil | Engineer | Jul 2002 to May 2004 | — |
Education
University of Houston
2003 — 2005
University of Houston, Bauer College of Business
Lehigh University
P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science at Lehigh University
Others at Avidian Wealth Solutions, LLC (6)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
A Andrei Costas | Senior Investment Analyst | Houston, TX , United States |
| Partner | Houston, TX , United States | |
| Managing Partner | Austin, TX , United States | |
| Senior Portfolio Manager | Houston, TX , United States | |
| Trading Supervisor | Houston, TX , United States | |
N Nan Lu | Senior Portfolio Manager | Houston, TX , United States |
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