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BRIGHTHAVEN FINANCIAL ADVISORS PART 2A FIRM BROCHURE
Brighthaven Financial Advisors (CRD 318730), brochure dated October 7, 2026. Text extracted from the firm's SEC Form ADV Part 2 brochure.
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Firm Brochure
(Part 2A of Form ADV)
BrightHaven Financial Advisors, LLC.
200 Russell Street, Suite 300
Huntsville, AL 35801
Telephone: 256-763-7386
Email: phillip@brighthavenadvisors.com
This brochure provides you with information about the qualifications, business practices
and nature of advisory services of BrightHaven Financial Advisors LLC, all of which should
be considered before becoming an advisory client of our Firm. Please contact Phillip A.
Gibson, Chief Compliance Officer, if you have any questions about this narrative brochure.
The information in this brochure has not been approved or verified by the United States
Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), or by any state securities authority.
Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Additional information about
our Firm
is available on the Investment Adviser Public Disclosure website at
www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. You can search this site by a unique identifying number known
as a CRD number. Our Firm’s CRD number is 318730.
September 25, 2026
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Material Changes
This Firm Brochure provides you with a summary of BrightHaven Financial Advisors LLC
(“BrightHaven” or “Firm”) advisory services and fees, professionals, certain business
practices and policies, as well as actual or potential conflicts of interest, among other
things. This Item is used to provide our clients with a summary of new and/or updated
information; we will inform of the revision(s) based on the nature of the information as
follows. Material Changes: Should a material change in our operations occur, depending on
its nature, we will promptly communicate this change to clients (and it will be summarized
in this Item). "Material changes" requiring prompt notification will include changes of
ownership or control; location; disciplinary proceedings; significant changes to our
advisory services or advisory affiliates – any information that is critical to a client’s full
understanding of who we are, how to find us, and how we do business.
Material Change since last filed ADV amendment on August 17, 2026:
• BrightHaven Financial Advisors, LLC is transitioning to registration with the United
States Securities and Exchange Commission from its prior registration at the state
level.
Full Brochure Available
We will provide you with a full version of the Firm Brochure as necessary based on changes
or new information, at any time, without charge. Whenever you would like to receive a
complete copy of our Firm Brochure, please contact us by telephone at 256-763-7386 or by
email at: phillip@brighthavenadvisors.com
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Table of Contents
Item 2 Material Changes ................................................................................................................................................ 2
Item 3
Table of Contents ............................................................................................................................................... 2
Item 4
Advisory Business .............................................................................................................................................. 3
Item 5
Fees and Compensation ................................................................................................................................... 5
Item 6
Performance-Based Fees & Side-by-Side Management ...................................................................... 9
Item 7
Types of Clients ................................................................................................................................................... 9
Item 8 Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies and Risk of Loss ......................................................... 9
Item 9 Disciplinary Information .............................................................................................................................. 12
Item 10 Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations .......................................................................... 12
Item 11 Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions and Personal Trading ... 12
Item 12 Brokerage Practices ........................................................................................................................................ 13
Item 13 Review of Accounts ......................................................................................................................................... 15
Item 14 Client Referrals and Other Compensation ............................................................................................ 15
Item 15 Custody ................................................................................................................................................................ 15
Item 16
Investment Discretion ................................................................................................................................... 16
Item 17 Voting Client Securities ................................................................................................................................. 16
Item 18 Financial Information .................................................................................................................................... 16
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Advisory Business
FIRM DESCRIPTION
BrightHaven Financial Advisors, LLC (“BrightHaven” or the “Firm”) is organized as an Alabama
limited liability company.
BrightHaven’s current business activities consist of providing investment advisory services to
individuals, high net worth individuals, families, profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, and small
businesses in Alabama and other states (each referred to as a “Client”).
Principal Owner: Phillip A. Gibson, the Firm’s Chief Executive Officer, and Chief Compliance
Officer, wholly owns BrightHaven Financial Advisors, LLC.
TYPES OF ADVISORY SERVICES
Portfolio Management
Portfolio Management is based on the individual objectives of each client portfolio and may or
may not represent the overall objectives of the clients’ total investment assets. BrightHaven
Financial Advisors recommends and employs various
investment strategies. Portfolio
Management accounts are designed on a discretionary basis by one of BrightHaven’s
Investment Advisor Representatives. BrightHaven assists each Portfolio Management client in
formulating investment objectives and manages the account within established guidelines
regarding, among other matters, diversification and designation of securities that are
purchased.
Most accounts are managed on a discretionary basis, meaning that the advisor has discretion
over what securities to buy and sell. This trading discretion and any limitations on it will be set
forth in the client agreement. The services provided are the same regardless of the account
structure selected.
Depending on the client’s investment objectives, the advisor may manage and provide advice on
mutual funds, stocks, bonds, exchange traded funds (ETFs), LPs, and options. Alternative
investments may be recommended to qualified investors based on the client’s objectives and
risk tolerance. Alternative investments could include real estate, Private Equity, Hedge Funds,
Commodities, etc. Alternative Investments can provide diversification benefits to traditional
portfolios of stocks and bonds.
Each Portfolio Management Account client has the ability to impose reasonable restrictions on
the management of his/her account, including the designation of particular securities or types of
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securities that should not be purchased for the account, or that should be sold if held in the
account. If a client’s instructions are unreasonable or BrightHaven believes that the instructions
are inappropriate for the client, BrightHaven will notify the client that, unless the instructions
are modified, it will cancel the instructions in the client’s account. A client will not be able to
provide instructions that prohibit or restrict BrightHaven of an open-end or closed-end mutual
fund or ETF with respect to the purchase or sale of specific securities or types of securities
within the fund.
Because some types of investments involve certain additional degrees of risk, they will only be
implemented/recommended when consistent with the client's stated investment objectives,
tolerance for risk, liquidity, and suitability.
Portfolio Management accounts may be custodied at Charles Schwab & Co. (“Schwab”) or
Fidelity. For these accounts, each portfolio is tailored to a client’s particular investment needs
and circumstances. This includes discretionary investment management in accounts based on
the client’s investment needs and a risk strategy (from conservative to aggressive), which is
selected in conjunction with the client and incorporated into the account agreement.
Under the terms of the agreement with the client, the BrightHaven will:
• Formulate an Investment Policy Statement for the client that may include:
• An asset allocation policy; and/or
• A diversification recommendation among asset classes and styles;
• Rebalance the investor portfolio as deemed necessary by BrightHaven.
• Report and review investment results from time to time. (See Item 13)
• Recommend changes in the client’s investments, investment strategy or objectives.
FINANCIAL PLANNING
Financial Planning
BrightHaven offers financial planning services both on a standalone basis and as an integrated
component of its portfolio management service. Clients who engage BrightHaven for portfolio
management receive financial planning as part of that service at no additional cost; clients who
wish to receive financial planning without ongoing portfolio management may engage
BrightHaven for this service independently.
Financial planning advice is delivered in the form of a written financial plan tailored to help the
client work toward their stated financial goals and objectives. Depending on the client's needs
and circumstances, the plan may address any or all of the following areas:
• Personal: Family records, budgeting, personal liability, estate information, and financial goals
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• Tax and Cash Flow: Analysis of income tax spending and planning for past and future years
• Death and Disability: Cash needs at death, income needs of surviving dependents, and estate
planning
• Retirement: Strategies and investment plans designed to help the client work toward their
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retirement goals
Investments: Analysis of investment alternatives and their effect on the client's portfolio
To develop the plan, BrightHaven gathers information through in-depth personal interviews
and a review of the client's personal financial information. This includes the client's current
financial status, future requirements, risk tolerance, and goals. Based on this review,
BrightHaven prepares a written plan intended to help the client work toward their stated
objectives. Clients are encouraged to review the plan with their tax accountants, attorneys, and
other professional service providers as appropriate.
Clients are under no obligation to engage BrightHaven to implement any recommendations
contained in a financial plan. Implementation of any or all recommendations is solely at the
client's discretion and may be carried out through BrightHaven or through another investment
adviser or professional of the client's choosing.
ASSETS UNDER MANAGEMENT
As of August 17, 2026, BrightHaven had $106,566,352 in discretionary assets and $0 in non-
discretionary regulatory assets under management (RAUM), which means securities portfolios
for which BrightHaven provides continuous and regular supervisory or management services.
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Fees and Compensation
PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT FEES AND BILLING
The specific manner in which fees are charged by BrightHaven for Portfolio Management
accounts is established in the client’s written agreement. Fees are based on a percentage of
assets under management and calculated at an annual rate and billed in advance on a monthly
or quarterly basis. Fees are based on the assets in the account per the schedule below and in
some instances, may be negotiated.
Account Balances
$0 - $500,000
$500,001 - $2,500,000
$2,500,001 - $4,000,000
$4,000,001+
Annual Fee
1.50%
1.35%
1.20%
1.00%
Billing starts in full one business day after the client’s account is accepted and opened with the
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minimum account balance of $500,000 and will be based on the asset value of the account on
that date. Advisory account fees will be billed either on quarterly or monthly basis. The initial
fee will be prorated according to the number of days remaining in the calendar quarter or
month. Thereafter, the fee will be calculated by multiplying the account balance of the assets in
the account as of the last trading day of each calendar quarter by the annual fee and then
dividing that result by 4, which represents each quarter. If the account is billed monthly, the
annual fee is divided by 12 which represents each month. The account value will not be
reduced by any margin or other indebtedness of the client with respect to such securities or
other investments. Fees will not be adjusted or pro-rated for additions to or withdrawals from
the account during the calendar quarter or month, other than a complete withdrawal in
connection with a termination of the Account Agreement.
All advisory contracts will specify how fees are to be billed. Generally, fees are paid in advance
and the initial fee payment is calculated as starting on the date the client’s account is accepted
and opened by the firm and will be based on the asset value of the account on that date. Fees
will not be adjusted or pro-rated for additions to or withdrawals from the account during the
calendar quarter. The total annual fee rate will not exceed industry standard rate of 2.00%.
FINANCIAL PLANNING FEES
BrightHaven provides financial planning services in two ways: (1) as a component of its
portfolio management service, included at no separate or additional charge to portfolio
management clients, and (2) as a standalone engagement for clients who wish to receive
financial planning without also engaging BrightHaven for portfolio management. The fees
described below apply only to clients engaging BrightHaven for standalone financial planning
or consulting services; clients receiving financial planning as part of their portfolio
management relationship do not pay these fees separately, as the cost is incorporated into the
portfolio management fee described elsewhere in this Brochure.
STANDALONE FINANCIAL PLANNING — FIXED FEES
For clients engaging BrightHaven for standalone financial planning, the Firm’s services
typically begin with a financial planning engagement so that each client has a foundation: a
personalized plan that includes stated goals and objectives. This service is offered on a fixed-
fee basis ranging from $500 to $800 per plan, depending on the client's project, advisor
selected, financial profile, and services to be rendered.
BrightHaven does not require a retainer, and the estimated financial planning or consulting fee
we quote is due upon engagement. Financial planning and consulting services may be ongoing
and are indicated in the advisory agreement. All fees are non-negotiable and due upon
engagement; however, we will not bill an amount above $500.00 six (6) months or more in
advance of delivery of the financial plan to the client. In the event of early termination, the
client will be billed for hours worked at a rate of $250.00 per hour, and the client will be
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refunded the difference.
STANDALONE FINANCIAL PLANNING — HOURLY FEE
On a limited basis, BrightHaven may be engaged for standalone financial planning and
investment consultation services on an hourly-fee basis. This option is typically used for clients
requiring a narrowly focused plan, incidental advice, or an abbreviated review session. The
hourly rate is $250 per hour, billed in 15-minute increments, with any partial increment
treated as a whole increment. Prior to engagement, the client will receive an estimate of the
overall cost based on their requirements and the time involved. The fee is due at completion of
the engagement. In the event of early termination by the client, fees for hours already worked
will be due.
Fees for standalone planning services and ongoing support take into consideration factors
such as the complexity of the client's financial profile; the time involved in developing the plan
and assisting with its execution; the assets comprising the client's overall portfolio; and the
number of individual accounts comprising the portfolio. BrightHaven is not compensated on
the basis of a share of capital gains upon, or capital appreciation of, the funds or any portion of
the funds of the client.
OTHER FEES AND EXPENSES
In addition to the advisory fees paid to BrightHaven, clients can also incur certain charges
imposed by other third parties, such as broker-dealers, custodians, trust companies, banks, and
other financial institutions. These additional charges include securities brokerage commissions,
transaction fees, custodial fees, charges imposed directly by a mutual fund or ETF in a client’s
account, as disclosed in the fund’s prospectus (e.g., fund management fees and other fund
expenses, 12(b)-1 fees), deferred sales charges, odd-lot differentials, transfer taxes, wire
transfer and electronic fund fees and other fees and taxes on brokerage accounts and securities
transactions.
The mutual funds BrightHaven could purchase or recommend offer a variety of share classes,
including some that do not charge 12(b)-1 fees and are, therefore, less expensive. Some mutual
funds within this program pay 12(b)-1 service fees (normally 0.25% per year) to the Custodian.
These fees will be disclosed upon request of a client and are available in the applicable mutual
fund ‘s prospectus.
Retirement Plan Sponsor Consulting Services. Non-Discretionary Retirement Plan Sponsor
Consulting Services. In addition to providing investment advisory services to retirement plan
participants and plan sponsors, BrightHaven provides non-discretionary investment consulting
services to plan sponsors of profit sharing and 401(k) plans under Section 3(21) of ERISA. As a
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Section 3(21) investment adviser, or non-discretionary adviser, BrightHaven provides the plan
sponsor with non-binding investment recommendations regarding the fund options available
to plan participants. In providing these services, BrightHaven does not exercise investment
discretion, management, or authority over plan assets; does not maintain custody or control
over client assets; does not undertake responsibility for execution of trades or administration
of the plan; and is not otherwise responsible for valuation, recordkeeping, or proxy voting. The
plan sponsor is ultimately required to exercise its own discretion to act upon the investment
recommendations provided by BrightHaven, with participants responsible for any individual
investment selections made under the plan.
Discretionary Retirement Plan Services. BrightHaven also offers discretionary investment
management services to retirement plan sponsors under Section 3(38) of ERISA. Rather than
developing proprietary investment models, BrightHaven, in its capacity as an "investment
manager" under Section 3(38) of ERISA, utilizes model portfolio allocations and fund options
made available through each plan's Recordkeeper platform. In exercising this authority with
respect to plan assets, BrightHaven performs the following services on behalf of the plan and
plan participants: (a) selects portfolio model allocations for retirement plans from the
investment options and models available through the plan's Recordkeeper; (b) monitors and,
where applicable, facilitates the rebalancing of the selected portfolio model allocations; (c)
provides ongoing and continuous discretionary investment management to plan participants
who elect to invest their plan account assets in one of the selected portfolio model allocations,
based on the Participant Profile Information, including reallocation and rebalancing of
participant plan accounts in accordance with the selected model allocations; (d) conducts initial
and ongoing meetings with participants who elect to invest in one of the selected portfolio
model allocations to obtain and update Participant Profile Information, including advising each
participant about the asset management process and the available portfolio model allocations
that are suitable investment strategies; and (e) allocates the assets of plan participants among
the plan's approved investment alternatives, exercising discretionary investment management
to diversify, reallocate, and rebalance participant account allocations in accordance with the
selected portfolio model allocations.
For a significant portion of its 3(38) engagements, BrightHaven utilizes model portfolios and
investment management services provided by an independent third-party investment manager
(such as Wilshire Associates or Morningstar Investment Management) that maintains an
existing relationship with the plan's Recordkeeper and provides these services on behalf of the
plan sponsor or BrightHaven, as applicable.
BrightHaven does not receive commissions or other transaction-based compensation in
connection with securities transactions placed for client accounts.
ACCOUNT TERMINATION
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Fees are automatically deducted from the account pursuant to the advisory agreement and are
not billed separately to clients. Clients must maintain or deposit sufficient funds in the account
to cover payment of all fees authorized by the contract. If there are not funds to cover the fees,
then BrightHaven can liquidate assets to cover fees. The amount of the fee will be shown on the
statement received by the Custodian. BrightHaven urges clients to carefully review such
statements.
Upon termination of an account, any prepaid, asset-based fees will be prorated according to the
days the account was opened during the calendar month and excess fees will be re-bated to the
client. All custodial termination and transfer fees assessed by Schwab or Fidelity if any, will be
the responsibility of the client.
In addition to the advisory fee, accounts will be assessed transaction fees. Transaction fees
charged may be higher or lower than transaction charges or commissions charged by other
broker-dealers. Each custodian will each receive a portion of the transaction fees paid by
clients. Although transaction charges may be identified as commissions on trade confirmations,
the Investment Adviser Representative does not receive any portion of these charges.
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Performance-Based Fees & Side-by-Side Management
PERFORMANCE-BASED FEES
BrightHaven does not charge any performance-based fees (fees based on a share of capital
gains on or capital appreciation of the assets of a client).
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Types of Clients
TYPES OF CLIENTS
BrightHaven provides portfolio management services to individuals, corporations and business
entities, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable institutions, foundations, endowments,
estates, trusts, and other U.S. and international institutions. The minimum account size is
$500,000. BrightHaven has the discretion to waive the account minimum.
Item 8 Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies and Risk of Loss
METHODS OF ANALYSIS
BrightHaven employs a nimble, high-conviction equity strategy focused on a concentrated
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portfolio of approximately 20–40 carefully selected companies that possess durable
competitive advantages (“moats”), strong balance sheets, and consistent earnings growth. We
combine rigorous fundamental research with technical analysis to identify attractive entry and
exit points, while remaining adaptable to shifting market themes and maintaining
diversification across sectors, geographies, and asset classes as appropriate for each client’s
objectives and risk tolerance.
The following is a summary of material risks related to each significant investment strategy or
method of analysis BrightHaven uses. However, it is important to note that the summary of
material risks below is not meant to be exhaustive or complete. Investing in securities involves
a high degree of loss, including the risk that the entire amount invested may be lost. Clients
should be prepared to bear such risk of loss.
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Interest-rate Risk: Fluctuations in interest rates cause investment prices to fluctuate.
For example, when interest rates rise, yields on existing bonds become less attractive,
causing their market values to decline.
• Market Risk: All investments present the risk of loss of principal – the risk that the value
of securities is less than the price paid for the securities. In the past, volatile market
conditions have had a dramatic effect on the value of securities. In addition, political
conditions, terrorist attacks, other acts of violence or war, health epidemics or
pandemics, natural hazards, and/or force majeure affect the operations and profitability
of an issuer. Such events also could cause consumer confidence and spending to
decrease or result in increased volatility in the U.S. and worldwide financial markets and
economy. Any of these occurrences could have a significant impact on the operating
results and revenues of an issuer.
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Inflation Risk: When any type of inflation is present, a dollar today will not buy as much
as a dollar next year, because purchasing power is eroding at the rate of inflation.
Therefore, even when the value of a security is greater than the price paid, there is the
risk that the appreciation will be less than inflation.
• Reinvestment Risk: This is the risk that future proceeds from investments may have to
be reinvested at a potentially lower rate of return (i.e. interest rate). This primarily
relates to fixed income securities.
• Business Risk: These risks are associated with a particular industry or a particular
company within an industry. For example, oil-drilling companies depend on finding oil
and then refining it, a lengthy process, before they can generate a profit. They carry a
higher risk of profitability than an electric company, which generates its income from a
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steady stream of customers who buy electricity no matter what the economic
environment is like.
• Liquidity Risk: Liquidity is the ability to readily convert an investment into cash.
Generally, assets are more liquid if many traders are interested in a standardized
product. For example, Treasury Bills are highly liquid, while real estate properties are
not.
• Financial Risk: Excessive borrowing to finance a business’ operations increases the risk
of profitability, because the company must meet the terms of its obligations in good
times and bad. During periods of financial stress, the inability to meet loan obligations
could result in bankruptcy and/or a declining market value.
• Foreign Security Risk: Investing outside the United States involves additional risks, such
as currency fluctuations, periods of illiquidity and price volatility. These risks generally
are greater with investments in developing companies.
• Cybersecurity Risk: The computer systems, networks and devices used by FSAM and
our service providers to carry out routine business operations employ a variety of
protections designed to prevent damage or interruption from computer viruses, network
failures, computer and telecommunication failures, infiltration by unauthorized persons and
security breaches. Despite the various protections utilized, systems, networks, or devices
potentially can be breached. A client could be negatively impacted as a result of a cybersecurity
breach.
Cybersecurity breaches can include unauthorized access to systems, networks, or
devices; infection from computer viruses or other malicious software code; and attacks
that shut down, disable, slow, or otherwise disrupt operations, business processes, or
website access or functionality. Cybersecurity breaches cause disruptions and impact
business operations, potentially resulting in financial losses to a client; impediments to
trading; the inability by us and other service providers to transact business; violations of
applicable privacy and other laws; regulatory fines, penalties, reputational damage,
reimbursement or other compensation costs, or additional compliance costs; as well as
the inadvertent release of confidential information.
Similar adverse consequences could result from cybersecurity breaches affecting issuers
of mutual funds, ETFs and other securities in which a client invests; governmental and
other regulatory authorities; exchange and other financial market operators, banks,
brokers, dealers, and other financial institutions; and other parties. In addition,
substantial costs may be incurred by these entities in order to prevent any cybersecurity
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breaches in the future.
Item 9 Disciplinary Information
BrightHaven is required to disclose whether there are legal or disciplinary events that are
material to a client’s or prospective client’s evaluation of BrightHaven’s advisory business or
the integrity of its management. BrightHaven, nor any of its principals, or employees have
been involved in any legal or disciplinary proceedings related to past or present investment
advisory clients.
Item 10 Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations
Some BrightHaven investment adviser representatives are also insurance agents of the Gibson
Agency Group, Inc. in Huntsville, AL, which is an independent insurance agency specializing in
personal insurance such as car, homeowners, and life insurance. BrightHaven is affiliated with
the Gibson Agency Group through ownership or control of Phillip A. Gibson. Phillip A. Gibson is
the owner and an insurance agent for Gibson Agency Group. When applicable, life, health, long
term care insurance, are offered through the Gibson Agency Group, Inc. All related
compensation is separate from advisory services.
This arrangement poses a conflict of interest to the extent that there is a financial incentive to
recommend insurance products that result in commissions, or other payments. BrightHaven is
dedicated to acting in clients’ best interests based on fiduciary principles. Clients are under no
obligation to purchase any recommended insurance products.
Phillip Gibson is also the sole owner of Phillip A Gibson, LLC., which is a private law practice
where he spends approximately 1-3 hours per week devoted to this activity. BrightHaven is
affiliated with the private law practice Phillip A. Gibson, LLC. through ownership or control of
Phillip A. Gibson. All related compensation is separate from advisory services. This
arrangement poses a conflict of interest to the extent that there is a financial incentive to
recommend the law services of Mr. Gibson where he may collect other payments for services.
Clients are under no obligation to utilize the law services of Mr. Gibson.
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Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions
and Personal Trading
BrightHaven has adopted a Code of Ethics (the “Code”) for all supervised persons of
BrightHaven describing its high standard of business conduct, and fiduciary duty to its clients.
The Code includes provisions relating to the confidentiality of client information, a prohibition
on insider trading, a prohibition of rumor mongering, restrictions on the acceptance of
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significant gifts and the reporting of certain gifts and business entertainment items, and
personal securities trading procedures, among other things. All supervised persons at
BrightHaven must acknowledge the terms of the Code annually, or as amended.
BrightHaven employees, including Investment Advisor Representatives, may personally buy or
sell securities that are recommended to clients. The Code is designed to assure that these
personal securities transactions, activities, and outside interests of BrightHaven’s employees
will not interfere with (i) making decisions in the best interest of BrightHaven clients and (ii)
implementing such decisions while, at the same time, allowing employees to invest for their
own accounts. Under the Code certain classes of securities have been designated as exempt
transactions, based upon a determination that these would not materially interfere with the
best interest of BrightHaven’s clients. In addition, the Code requires pre-approval of many
transactions, and restricts trading in close proximity to client trading activity. Nonetheless,
because the Code in some circumstances would permit employees to invest in the same
securities as clients, there is a possibility that employees might benefit from market activity by
a client. Employee trading is continually monitored under the Code to reasonably prevent
conflicts of interest between BrightHaven and its clients.
A copy of BrightHaven’s Code is available to our advisory clients and prospective clients. You
may request a copy by emailing Phillip A. Gibson, Chief Compliance Officer,
phillip@brighthavenadvisors.com.
Item 12 Brokerage Practices
SELECTION AND RECOMMENDATION
BrightHaven generally recommends that investment management accounts be maintained at
Fidelity or Schwab. Prior to engaging BrightHaven to provide investment management services,
the client will be required to enter into a formal Investment Advisory Agreement with
BrightHaven setting forth the terms and conditions under which BrightHaven shall manage the
client’s assets, and a separate custodial/clearing agreement with each designated broker
dealer/ custodian.
Factors that BrightHaven considers in recommending Fidelity or Schwab include historical
relationship with BrightHaven, financial strength, reputation, execution capabilities, pricing,
research, and service. Although the commissions and/or transaction fees paid by BrightHaven’s
clients shall comply with BrightHaven’s duty to obtain best execution, a client may pay a
commission that is higher than another qualified broker-dealer might charge to affect the same
transaction where BrightHaven determines, in good faith, that the commission/transaction fee
is reasonable. In seeking best execution, the determinative factor is not the lowest possible cost,
but whether the transaction represents the best qualitative execution, taking into consideration
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the full range of a broker-dealer’s services, including, but not limited to, the value of research
provided, execution capability, commission rates, and responsiveness. Accordingly, although
BrightHaven will seek competitive rates, it may not necessarily obtain the lowest possible
commission rates for client account transactions. The brokerage commissions or transaction
fees charged by the designated broker-dealer/custodian are exclusive of, and in addition to,
BrightHaven’s investment management fee. BrightHaven’s best execution responsibility is
qualified if securities that it purchases for client accounts are mutual funds that trade at net
asset value as determined at the daily market close.
Although not a material consideration when determining whether to recommend that a client
utilize the services of a particular broker-dealer/custodian, BrightHaven may receive from
Fidelity or Schwab without cost (and/or at a discount) support services and/or products,
certain of which assist the BrightHaven to better monitor and service client accounts
maintained at such institutions. Included within the support services that may be obtained by
BrightHaven may be investment-related research, pricing information and market data,
software and other technology that provide access to client account data, compliance and/or
practice management-related publications, discounted or gratis consulting services, discounted
and/or gratis attendance at conferences, meetings, and other educational and/or social events,
marketing support, computer hardware and/or software and/or other products used by
BrightHaven in furtherance of its investment advisory business operations. As indicated above,
certain of the support services and/or products that may be received may assist BrightHaven in
managing and administering client accounts. Others do not directly provide such assistance but
rather assist BrightHaven to manage and further develop its business enterprise. BrightHaven’s
clients do not pay more for investment transactions effected and/or assets maintained at,
Fidelity or Schwab as a result of this arrangement. There is no corresponding commitment
made by BrightHaven to Fidelity, Schwab, or any other entity to invest any specific amount or
percentage of client assets in any specific mutual funds, securities, or other investment
products as a result of the above arrangement.
Clients can benefit when trades are aggregated to obtain volume discounts on execution costs.
Trade aggregation refers to the practice of combining orders for execution. When consistent
with the duty to obtain best execution, multiple client transactions will be aggregated into a
single order in order to obtain the best price for clients. In such circumstances, the accounts will
share commission costs equally and receive securities at a total average price. BrightHaven will
retain records of the trade order (specifying each participating account) and its allocation,
which will be completed prior to the entry of the aggregated order. Completed orders will be
allocated as specified in the initial trade order. Partially filled orders will be allocated on a pro
rata basis. Any exceptions will be explained on the order.
Clients can benefit when trades are aggregated to obtain volume discounts on execution costs.
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Trade aggregation refers to the practice of combining orders for execution. When consistent
with the duty to obtain best execution, multiple client transactions will be aggregated into a
single order in order to obtain the best price for clients. In such circumstances, the accounts will
share commission costs equally and receive securities at a total average price. BrightHaven will
retain records of the trade order (specifying each participating account) and its allocation,
which will be completed prior to the entry of the aggregated order. Completed orders will be
allocated as specified in the initial trade order. Partially filled orders will be allocated on a pro
rata basis. Any exceptions will be explained on the order.
Item 13 Review of Accounts
While the underlying securities within Portfolio Management accounts are continually
monitored, these accounts are reviewed no less than annually. Accounts are reviewed by
advisors in the context of each client's stated investment objectives and guidelines. More
frequent reviews may be triggered by material changes in variables such as the client's
individual circumstances or the market, political, or economic environment.
In addition to the monthly statements and confirmations of transactions that clients receive
from their custodian, BrightHaven will provide online access to account performance, balances,
and holdings.
Item 14
Client Referrals and Other Compensation
ECONOMIC BENEFITS FROM OTHERS
BrightHaven does not receive an economic benefit from anyone other than the client for
providing investment advice and other advisory services. BrightHaven does not compensate for
client referrals.
Item 15 Custody
CUSTODY OF ASSETS
BrightHaven has limited custody of client funds and securities due to the ability to deduct
advisory fees from accounts. In accordance with custody rules, BrightHaven will ensure that a
qualified custodian maintains the account and that clients receive a quarterly account
statement from the qualified custodian.
Clients should receive statements at least quarterly from Custodians or other selected qualified
custodian that holds and maintains client’s investment assets. BrightHaven urges clients to
carefully review such statements and compare the official custodial records to the account
statements that BrightHaven provides. BrightHaven statements may vary from custodial
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statements based on accounting procedures, reporting dates, or valuation methodologies of
certain securities.
Item 16
Investment Discretion
BrightHaven may act in a discretionary capacity. If discretionary authority is granted to select
the identity and number of securities to be bought or sold, clients must authorize such
discretion in writing in the advisory agreement. In all cases, such discretion is to be exercised in
a manner consistent with the stated investment objectives for the client account. When
selecting securities and determining amounts, BrightHaven observes the investment policies,
limitations, and restrictions of the clients for which it advises. Investment guidelines and
restrictions must be provided to BrightHaven in writing.
Item 17 Voting Client Securities
BrightHaven does not vote proxies for Clients. Clients retain the responsibility for receiving
and voting proxies for any and all securities maintained in client portfolios. Clients should
contact their Investment Advisor Representative if they have any questions and/or to obtain
this information. Clients will receive their proxies directly from their custodian or transfer
agent.
Item 18
Financial Information
Under no circumstances does BrightHaven require or solicit payment of fees in excess of
$1,200 per client more than six months in advance of services rendered. Therefore,
BrightHaven is not required to include a financial statement. As an advisory firm that
maintains discretionary authority for client accounts, BrightHaven is also required to disclose
any financial condition that is reasonably likely to impair our ability to meet our contractual
obligations. Currently, there are no such financial conditions that exist. BrightHaven has not
been the subject of a bankruptcy petition at any time during the past ten years.
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