About
Stephen Drum is an Associate Portfolio Manager at Clearstead, based in Cleveland, OH, where he has held the role since April 2023. In this capacity, he assists in developing and maintaining investment portfolios for institutional and private clients, focusing on strategy implementation and portfolio oversight within the firm’s multi-asset investment approach. His responsibilities include research, asset allocation, and performance analysis, supporting clients across equities, fixed income, and alternative assets.
Stephen has a strong background in investment operations and client service, previously working as an Operations Team Associate at Prosperity Advisors and as a Client Service Associate at UBS. Through these roles, he gained experience in trade execution, account management, and day-to-day portfolio administration, contributing to operational improvements and enhanced client engagement in the financial advisory sector.
He holds a B.A. in Finance from Cleveland State University, underpinning his expertise in portfolio construction and investment analysis. Stephen’s professional focus spans public and private market investments, with particular attention to diversified, customized asset allocation for wealth management and institutional consulting. He is recognized for his analytical skills and responsiveness, helping the firm deliver tailored solutions and consistent results for clients.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clearstead | Associate Portfolio Manager | Apr 2023 to Present | — |
| Prosperity Advisors | Operations Team Associate | May 2021 to Apr 2023 | — |
| UBS | Client Service Associate | May 2020 to May 2021 | — |
| UBS | Intern | Jan 2019 to May 2020 | — |
| Lakewood Country Club | Caddy | Apr 2014 to Jun 2017 | — |
| Armada Risk Partners | Intern | Dec 2016 to May 2017 | — |
| Cleveland State University Campus Recreation Center | Recreation Attendant | Jan 2016 to May 2016 | — |
| CANTERBURY GOLF CLUB, INC. | Caddy | May 2017 to Nov 2019 | — |
Education
Cleveland State University
B.A. Finance, Finance
2015 — 2020
Skills & Expertise
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|---|---|---|
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| Private Markets Research Analyst | Dayton, OH , United States | |
| Senior Associate | Medina, OH , United States | |
M Mark Warden | Principal | Norfolk, VA , United States |
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