About
Charles Else is a Principal at Osborne Partners Capital Management, LLC in San Francisco, where he leverages nearly three decades of wealth management experience to oversee business development, marketing, and client service. He serves as a liaison to the firm’s Investment Management team, collaborating closely on client strategy and tailored portfolio solutions.
Throughout his tenure at Osborne Partners and previous roles, including Managing Director at S&Y Asset Management LLC and President at Else Investment Company, Charles has built deep expertise across multi-asset class portfolios. His published commentary and focus highlight a specialization in credit markets and fixed income, while firm filings indicate significant involvement with equities (such as technology, consumer, and international sectors), exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and global asset allocation strategies.
Charles holds a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in International Finance from the University of Vermont and is a graduate of Western Reserve Academy. His professional achievements include thought leadership in fixed income market trends and strategic development initiatives that contribute to Osborne Partners’ reputation as a leading independent wealth management firm in the Bay Area.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osborne Partners Capital Management, LLC | Principal | Sep 2007 to Present | For over 85 years, Osborne Partners and its predecessors have actively managed diverse, multi-asset class portfolios for astute investors. We manage approximately $2.4 billion in assets (as of 6/30/20... |
| S&Y Asset Mgmt LLC | Director | Sep 2006 to Sep 2007 | — |
| Else Investment Company | President | Dec 2004 to Sep 2006 | — |
| Fisher Investments Inc. | Senior Vice President | Mar 1997 to Dec 2004 | — |
| Hahn Capital Management | Portfolio Operations Manager | Feb 1996 to Feb 1997 | — |
Education
University of Vermont
B.S. Business Administration, International Finance
1991 — 1995
Western Reserve Academy
1987 — 1991
Skills & Expertise
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| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Investment Analyst | San Francisco, CA , United States | |
J Justin McNichols | Chief Investment Officer | San Francisco, CA , United States |
J Jay S. | Partner, Portfolio Manager and Investment Analyst | San Francisco, CA , United States |
| Investment Analyst | San Francisco, CA , United States |
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