Paladin Research Report For:
Chris Passarelli
Bull Run Investment Management
About Chris Passarelli
Christopher M. Passarelli is the visionary founder and driving force behind Bull Run Investment Management, where he serves as Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer. With over a decade of experience in the financial industry and an unrelenting passion for delivering exceptional results, Chris has redefined wealth management for high-net-worth individuals and business owners. His journey into finance began early, making his first stock purchase at the age of 10 and honing his skills as a trader and analyst long before most even consider investing. This lifelong commitment to the markets forms the foundation of Bull Run's unparalleled investment strategies.
Under Chris's leadership, Bull Run Investment Management stands apart by focusing on high-growth, future-defining sectors, including Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, SaaS, E-commerce, and Fin-Tech. The firm's Equity Innovation Strategy, its flagship portfolio, delivered an extraordinary 98.4% return last year, net of fees, demonstrating the kind of results that leave competitors in the dust. With a proprietary blend of research-driven insights and disciplined execution, Chris ensures every client portfolio is positioned to outperform benchmarks and achieve superior risk-adjusted returns.
Chris's expertise goes far beyond portfolio management. He specializes in designing bespoke investment strategies that are uniquely tailored to his clients financial goals, risk tolerance, and long-term vision. His ability to simplify complex financial concepts and translate them into actionable opportunities sets him apart as a trusted advisor and a partner in wealth creation. With a relentless commitment to excellence, transparency, and client success, Chris ensures every decision is made with the utmost integrity and focus on delivering unparalleled value.
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See DisclosuresGeneral Information
Firm Start Year
- 2020
No. of Employees
- 2-4
CRD#
- 6810007
Firm CRD#
- 306763
Name of Custodial Firm
- Charles Schwab
States Licensed in
- VA
Years of Experience in Financial Services
- 10
Number of Years with Current Firm
- 4
Work Experience
- Bull Run Investment Management, LLC
Founder, CEO, and Chief Investment Officer
January 2020 - Present (4 years, 11 months)
McLean, Virginia
Founded and currently lead a wealth management firm specializing in high-growth sectors such as Artificial Intelligence, SaaS, Fin-Tech, and Cybersecurity. Developed and manage proprietary Equity SMA portfolios tailored for high-net-worth individuals and business owners. Oversee $34.66 million in AUM, ensuring personalized client strategies align with specific financial goals and risk profiles. Expanded firm operations and introduced innovative investment approaches, resulting in consistent client growth and portfolio outperformance.
Spectrum Financial, Inc. Senior Research Associate August 2018 - January 2020 (1 year, 6 months) Norfolk, Virginia
Managed $400 million in assets, refining and developing advanced technical indicators for leading Equity and Bond Mutual Funds. Conducted comprehensive statistical analyses, using market breadth and other data to forecast market trends and develop actionable insights. Created an Excel-based trading model comparing leveraged strategies against S&P 500 performance, improving decision-making processes.
Morgan Stanley Listed Commodity Derivatives Analyst March 2018 - June 2018 (4 months) Baltimore, Maryland
Central liaison for the New York-based commodity derivatives trading team, ensuring accuracy in trade lifecycle management. Designed and implemented system enhancements to improve efficiency, collaborating with global technology teams. Provided critical market data insights to traders, facilitating accurate and timely decision-making. TD Ameritrade Institutional Wealth Management Analyst (Intern) June 2017 - August 2017 (3 months) Jersey City, New Jersey
Developed strategies to grow the RIA industry, presenting solutions to senior leadership, including the President of TD Ameritrade Institutional. Assisted with UMA and SMA portfolio strategies, reconciling accounts and supporting managed account operations. Led a team in a competitive stock trading simulation, placed 1st.
IPS Strategic Capital Equity Derivatives Trading Analyst (Intern) June 2016 - August 2016 (3 months) Denver, Colorado
Analyzed and optimized SPX options-based absolute return strategies, generating significant alpha with reduced risk exposure. Automated data processing tasks, saving time and enhancing trading desk efficiency. Participated in advanced trading drills, gaining expertise in option greeks, put-call parity, and risk management. CME Group University Trading Challenge
Student Team Leader February 2016 - March 2016 (2 months) Denver, Colorado
Represented CU-Boulder in a global trading challenge, placing 4th out of 468 teams (top 1%). Delivered exceptional portfolio returns in competitive trading simulations using futures and options across multiple asset classes.
Work with the following types of clients
- Individual Investors, Businesses
Advisory Services Provided
- Financial Advice & Consulting, Investment Advice & Management, Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, Wealth Management, Money Management, Risk Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses
Compliance
Compliance Disclosures in Last 5 years
- I have a clean record
Criminal Disclosures in Last 5 years
- I have a clean record
Qualifications & Membership
Securities Licenses
- Series 65
Firm Information
Firm's Number of Clients
- 125
Firm's Number of Planning Clients
- 125
Firm's Number of Managed Clients
- 125
Assets Managed by Firm
- 34,000,000
Advisor's Number of Clients
- 120
Advisor's Number of Managed Clients
- 120
Advisor's Number of Planning Clients
- 120
Assets Managed by Advisor
- $34,660,000
Compensation and Fees
Fee Structure
- Fee-Only
Minimum Portfolio Size for New Managed Accounts
- $250K+
Compensation Methods
- Flat Fee
Education
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Finance, Investment Management
University of Colorado Boulder
8/15/14 -5/15/17
Disclosures
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