David Spilsted
Money Market Portfolio Manager at Wealthfront Advisers LLC
About
David Spilsted is a Money Market Portfolio Manager at Wealthfront, based in West Palm Beach, FL, where he leads the management of short-duration, high-liquidity fixed income portfolios since May 2025. His primary focus is on money market instruments and high-grade short-term debt, applying rigorous cash and liquidity management strategies to optimize risk-adjusted returns for Wealthfront’s clients.
Prior to joining Wealthfront, David served as an Emerging Market Analyst at Wykeham Global Advisors from February 2023 to May 2025, where he developed expertise in sovereign and corporate credit in developing economies. Before that, he held portfolio management roles at Janus Henderson Investors, further strengthening his command of money market funds and fixed income securities.
David holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Administration and Management from Kuringai College, underpinning his disciplined approach to market analysis and portfolio construction. He is recognized for his adeptness at navigating complex market environments and contributing to the enhancement of short-term investment strategies in the asset management industry.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wealthfront | Money Market Portfolio Manager | May 2025 to Present | — |
| Wykeham Global Advisors | Emerging Market Analyst | Feb 2023 to May 2025 | — |
| Janus Henderson Investors | Money Market Portfolio Manager | Unknown to Present | — |
Education
Kuringai College
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Business Administration and Management, General
1981 — 1983
Others at Wealthfront Advisers LLC (3)
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|---|---|---|
| Partner | United States | |
| Partner | United States | |
| Portfolio Manager | United States |
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