Brian Lester, CFA

Chief Investment Officer

Brian, the firm’s Chief Investment Officer, joined Howe & Rusling in 2021. He is responsible for managing the firm’s equity and fixed income investment teams that execute the firm’s investment strategies. Brian also manages the firm’s equity investment portfolios and is responsible for asset allocation decisions between equity and fixed income securities. He brings over 20 years of equity research and leadership experience to Howe & Rusling. Prior to joining Howe & Rusling, he worked at Manning & Napier for 21 years, the last 11 of which he was a Managing Director responsible for managing teams of investment analysts. Brian was also a portfolio manager for several of Manning & Napier’s investment products during his tenure, including US blend and US growth products. Brian received a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Resource and Managerial Economics from Cornell University and has earned the Chartered Financial Analyst® designation.

Outside of work, Brian enjoys watching his kids play sports and music.

“I love traveling, and a trip to Italy is on my Bucket List as I look forward to enjoying the food and culture of the country my ancestors emigrated from.”

Brian Lester, CFA