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About
Tom Biddison is the Managing Partner and co-founder of Cornerstone Advisory, an established Maryland-based wealth management and investment advisory firm serving high-net-worth individuals and families. He is based in Cockeysville, MD, and oversees strategic direction and portfolio management, providing personalized financial and investment advice to clients. His role involves delivering family office services, comprehensive asset management, and tailored wealth strategies.
Biddison's investment expertise spans across public and private markets, with a particular focus on alternative investments, private equity, and multi-asset class portfolio construction. As Managing Partner, he has steered Cornerstone Advisory through significant growth and notable mergers, aiming to expand the firm's assets under management and deepen its offerings within the alternative markets sector. Tom also maintains active leadership in investment funds targeting alternatives, further broadening his experience in non-traditional asset classes.
Tom Biddison holds an MBA from the University of Baltimore and studied Business and International Relations at the University of Virginia, supplemented by earlier education at the Gilman School. Beyond his investment advisory work, he serves as Vice Chairman of the Foundation Board at the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, emphasizing his commitment to philanthropy and community leadership. Biddison is recognized for his comprehensive financial planning and his influence in promoting strategic giving among his clients.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone Advisory | Managing Partner | Feb 2007 to Present | — |
| University of Maryland St Joseph Medical Center | Foundation Board Member (Vice Chairman) | Jun 2014 to Present | — |
| Alternative Markets Fund | Partner | Aug 2014 to Present | — |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Maryland | Maryland Board member | Jan 2012 to Apr 2020 | — |
Education
University of Baltimore
MBA, Business
1996 — 2002
University of Virginia
Business/International Relations
1990 — 1993
Gilman School
1984 — 1989
Skills & Expertise
Others at Cornerstone Advisory, LLC (4)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Principal and Portfolio Manager | Severna Park, MD , United States | |
| Portfolio Manager | Cockeysville, MD , United States | |
| Partner | Baltimore, MD , United States | |
| Portfolio Manager | Washington, DC , United States |
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