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Brown Capital Management
Brown Capital Management is an investment advisor that employs one investment philosophy focused on Exceptional Growth Companies, ignoring benchmarks and...
Overview
Brown Capital Management is an investment advisor that employs one investment philosophy focused on Exceptional Growth Companies, ignoring benchmarks and holding positions for years. The firm manages two equity strategies—U.S. Small Company and International Small Company—in separately managed account and mutual fund vehicles. It is a boutique firm that is 100% employee owned.
General information
Firm type
Asset Manager
Year founded
1983
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Baltimore
Corporate office
Baltimore, MD, United States
Additional offices
Toronto, Canada
Principals
Eddie Brown
Founder
Garland Williamson
CEO
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Brown Capital Management?
The firm was founded by Eddie Brown, who served as Chief Investment Officer until his death in 2022. Garland Williamson is the current CEO. The investment team, led by a director of research, oversees portfolio construction and stock selection.
How does Brown Capital Management source investment ideas?
The investment team conducts fundamental bottom-up research, screening for companies with durable competitive advantages, strong free cash flow, and long-term growth potential. The firm emphasizes meeting with management teams and analyzing industry structure.
Does Brown Capital Management participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
Brown Capital Management is an asset manager that offers long-only equity strategies via separate accounts and pooled vehicles. It does not operate as a fund-of-funds or private investment firm.
Which sectors does Brown Capital Management focus on?
Historical sector exposures include healthcare, technology, financial services, and industrials. The firm does not formally avoid any sector but concentrates in areas where it sees sustainable growth and competitive advantage.
How is Brown Capital Management related to its founder Eddie Brown?
Eddie Brown founded the firm in 1983 and led it until his death in 2022. The firm remains independently owned and operated by its management team, with no public disclosure of ownership changes.
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