Emerson Bluhm
Portfolio Manager, Senior Research Analyst at Sands Capital Management, LLC
About
Emerson Bluhm, CFA, is a Portfolio Manager and Senior Research Analyst at Sands Capital Management, based in Arlington, VA. He currently serves as co-portfolio manager of the Technology Innovators and Focus 5, 10, and 15 strategies, where he is responsible for investment decision-making and portfolio construction.
Bluhm specializes in growth equity strategies, with a primary focus on the software sector and broader technology industries. His expertise extends across public and private growth companies, with special emphasis on innovative, high-growth businesses within the technology landscape.
Joining Sands Capital in 2010, Emerson has risen through roles from research associate to senior research analyst and portfolio manager, reflecting his deep sector knowledge and investment insight. He holds a BS in accounting and business administration from Washington and Lee University and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), recognized for his research rigor in identifying technology leaders.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sands Capital Management | Portfolio Manager, Senior Research Analyst | Jun 2021 to Present | Co-Portfolio Manager of the Sands Capital Technology Innovators strategy. |
| Sands Capital Management | Senior Research Analyst | Jan 2020 to Present | Senior Research Analyst supporting the global Technology research team. |
| Sands Capital Management | Research Analyst | Jun 2014 to Dec 2019 | — |
| Sands Capital Management | Senior Research Associate | Jan 2012 to Jul 2014 | — |
| Sands Capital Management | Research Associate | Feb 2010 to Jan 2012 | — |
Education
Washington and Lee University
BS, Accounting and Business Administration
2005 — 2009
Others at Sands Capital Management, LLC (16)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
 | Research Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
 | Research Analyst | United Kingdom |
 | Managing Director, London | Weybridge, United Kingdom |
 | Principal | Los Angeles, CA , United States |
 | Sr. Research Analyst | Portfolio Manager Associate | Washington, DC , United States |
 | Research Analyst | Washington, DC , United States |
 | Research Analyst | Arlington, VA , United States |
 | Research Analyst | Washington, DC , United States |
 | Sr. Portfolio Manager and Research Analyst and Managing Director | Arlington, VA , United States |
S Scott Frederick | Managing Director | Bethesda, MD , United States |