About
Keith Vernon is a Partner at The Clarius Group in Seattle, WA, where he oversees investment strategy and acts as a managing member for a clientele of high-net-worth individuals and families. His responsibilities include tailored portfolio design, asset allocation, and the implementation of holistic investment solutions across public and private markets.
With a career spanning over two decades, Keith co-founded Bristlecone Advisors in 1999 and served as Partner there until 2015 before joining The Clarius Group. His expertise encompasses traditional and alternative asset classes, including equities, fixed income, private markets, and complex family office structures for multi-generational wealth management.
Keith holds an MBA in Finance and Entrepreneurship from the University of Washington Foster School of Business, as well as finance studies at the University of Puget Sound. Known for his fiduciary leadership and strategic vision, he has made significant contributions to the Northwest investment advisory landscape through his roles at both Bristlecone Advisors and The Clarius Group.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Clarius Group | Partner | Apr 2015 to Present | — |
| Bristlecone Advisors | Partner and Co-Founder | Apr 1999 to Mar 2015 | — |
Education
UW Foster School of Business
MBA
1996 — 1998
University of Washington
MBA, Finance, Entrepreneurship
1996 — 1998
University of Puget Sound
Finance
1988 — 1992
Skills & Expertise
Others at Clarius Group, LLC (4)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Partner, Advisor and Chief Investment Officer | Seattle, WA , United States | |
| Senior Investment Associate | Seattle, WA , United States | |
| Investment Associate | Seattle, WA , United States | |
| Partner | Seattle, WA , United States |
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S Scott Larson | Senior Investment Analyst | Laird Norton Trust Company, LLC | Portland, OR , United States |
C Chris Taylor | Partner | Bristlecone Advisors, LLC | Bellevue, WA , United States |
| Partner | Bristlecone Advisors, LLC | Seattle, WA , United States | |
A Amanda Oakeley | Investment Associate | Zevenbergen Capital Investments LLC | Kirkland, WA , United States |
D Dani Blanchard | Research Analyst | Zevenbergen Capital Investments LLC | Seattle, WA , United States |