About
William D. Lee is a Portfolio Manager at Clarkston Capital Partners, LLC, based in Scottsdale, AZ. Drawing on over two decades of investment management experience, he oversees client portfolios and is responsible for security selection, portfolio construction, and ongoing risk management.
He specializes in public equities, focusing on high-quality businesses with durable competitive advantages, often within the consumer staples, healthcare, and industrials sectors. William’s investment approach emphasizes long-term value creation and capital preservation, tailored to clients' unique needs and objectives.
William holds both the CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) and CFP® (Certified Financial Planner) designations, reflecting his expertise in portfolio management, financial planning, and tax efficiency strategies. He is recognized for his client-centric investment solutions and for integrating comprehensive wealth planning into portfolio decisions, serving a range of institutional and high-net-worth clients.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarkston Capital Partners, LLC | Portfolio Manager | Jan 2021 to Present | — | 
| Central AZ Estate Planning Counsel | Past President | Jun 2018 to Present | — | 
| CFA Society Phoenix | President | Jun 2016 to Present | — | 
| Ironwood Investment Counsel, LLC | Investment Advisor Representative | Oct 2011 to Jan 2021 | — | 
| Lincoln Financial Group | Investment Advisor Representative | Jun 2010 to Nov 2011 | — | 
| Allstate | Personal Financial Representative | Mar 2005 to Jun 2010 | — | 
Education
Creighton University
Masters of Finance, Portfolio Management and Security Analysis
2010 — 2012
Arizona State University
BS, Finance Cum Laude
1999 — 2003
Others at Clarkston Capital Partners, LLC (6)
| Name | Role | Location | 
|---|---|---|
| CCole Chewins | Research Analyst | East Lansing, MI , United States | 
| DDaniel Coble | Research Analyst | Detroit, MI , United States | 
| Partner | Detroit, MI , United States | |
| JJeremy Modell | Managing Partner | Detroit, MI , United States | 
|  | Analyst | Rochester, MI , United States | 
| Partner | Rochester, MI , United States |