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Item 1: Cover Page
F O R M A D V P A R T 2 A
D I S C L O S U R E B R O C H U R E
Office Address:
5 Great Valley Parkway, Suite 226
Malvern, PA 19355
Tel: 610-979-1462
Website: www.malverncap.com
Email: michael@malverncap.com
February 19, 2026
This brochure provides information about the qualifications and business practices of Malvern
Capital Management, LLC. Being registered as an investment adviser does not imply a
certain level of skill or training. If you have any questions about the contents of this brochure,
please contact us at 610-979-1462, or by email at: compliance@malverncap.com. The
information in this brochure has not been approved or verified by the United States Securities
and Exchange Commission, or by any state securities authority.
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Item 2: Material Changes
Annual Update
The Material Changes section of this brochure will be updated annually or when
material changes occur since the previous release of the Firm Brochure.
Material Changes since the Last Update
Since the last filing on February 6, 2025, the following material changes have occurred:
Item 4 to update the assets under management for the firm.
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• We are no longer offering Outsourced Chief Investment Officer Services.
Full Brochure Available
This Firm Brochure is being delivered as the complete brochure for the Firm.
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Item 3: Table of Contents
Item 1: Cover Page ............................................................................................................................. i
Item 2: Material Changes ............................................................................................................... ii
Annual Update ................................................................................................................................... ii
Material Changes since the Last Update ................................................................................... ii
Full Brochure Available .................................................................................................................. ii
Item 3: Table of Contents ............................................................................................................. iii
Item 4: Advisory Business ............................................................................................................. 1
Firm Description ............................................................................................................................... 1
Types of Advisory Services ............................................................................................................ 1
Client-Tailored Services and Client-Imposed Restrictions ................................................ 5
Wrap Fee Programs ......................................................................................................................... 5
Client Assets Under Management ............................................................................................... 5
Item 5: Fees and Compensation ................................................................................................... 5
Method of Compensation and Fee Schedule ............................................................................ 5
Client Payment of Fees .................................................................................................................... 7
Additional Client Fees Charged .................................................................................................... 8
Prepayment of Client Fees ............................................................................................................. 9
External Compensation for the Sale of Securities to Clients ............................................. 9
Item 6: Performance-Based Fees and Side-by-Side Management ................................... 9
Sharing of Capital Gains ................................................................................................................. 9
Item 7: Types of Clients .................................................................................................................. 9
Description ......................................................................................................................................... 9
Item 8: Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies, and Risk of Loss .......................... 9
Methods of Analysis ......................................................................................................................... 9
Investment Strategy...................................................................................................................... 10
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Security Specific Material Risks ............................................................................................... 11
Item 9: Disciplinary Information ............................................................................................. 17
Criminal or Civil Actions ............................................................................................................. 17
Administrative Enforcement Proceedings ........................................................................... 17
Self- Regulatory Organization Enforcement Proceedings ............................................... 17
Item 10: Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations ........................................ 17
Broker-Dealer or Representative Registration .................................................................. 17
Futures or Commodity Registration ....................................................................................... 18
Material Relationships Maintained by this Advisory Business and Conflicts of
Interest .............................................................................................................................................. 18
Recommendations or Selections of Other Investment Advisors and Conflicts of
Interest .............................................................................................................................................. 18
Item 11: Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions and
Personal Trading ........................................................................................................................... 18
Code of Ethics Description .......................................................................................................... 18
Investment Recommendations Involving a Material Financial Interest and Conflict
of Interest ......................................................................................................................................... 19
Advisory Firm Purchase of Same Securities Recommended to Clients and Conflicts
of Interest ......................................................................................................................................... 19
Client Securities Recommendations or Trades and Concurrent Advisory Firm
Securities Transactions and Conflicts of Interest .............................................................. 19
Item 12: Brokerage Practices .................................................................................................... 19
Factors Used to Select Broker-Dealers for Client Transactions .................................... 19
Aggregating Securities Transactions for Client Accounts ............................................... 20
Item 13: Review of Accounts ...................................................................................................... 21
Schedule for Periodic Review of Client Accounts or Financial Plans and Advisory
Persons Involved ........................................................................................................................... 21
Review of Client Accounts on a Non-Periodic Basis .......................................................... 21
Content of Client-Provided Reports and Frequency ......................................................... 21
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Item 14: Client Referrals and Other Compensation .......................................................... 21
Economic Benefits Provided to the Advisory Firm from External Sources and
Conflicts of Interest ....................................................................................................................... 21
Advisory Firm Payments for Client Referrals ...................................................................... 21
Item 15: Custody ............................................................................................................................ 21
Account Statements ...................................................................................................................... 21
Item 16: Investment Discretion ................................................................................................ 22
Discretionary Authority for Trading ...................................................................................... 22
Item 17: Voting Client Securities .............................................................................................. 22
Proxy Votes ...................................................................................................................................... 22
Item 18: Financial Information ................................................................................................. 23
Balance Sheet .................................................................................................................................. 23
Financial Conditions Reasonably Likely to Impair Advisory Firm’s Ability to Meet
Commitments to Clients .............................................................................................................. 23
Bankruptcy Petitions during the Past Ten Years ............................................................... 23
Supervised Person Brochure (Part 2B of Form ADV) ....................................................... 24
Principal Executive Officer – Michael Czajka ....................................................................... 25
Item 2 - Educational Background and Business Experience .......................................... 25
Item 3 - Disciplinary Information ............................................................................................ 25
Item 4 - Other Business Activities ............................................................................................ 26
Item 5 – Additional Compensation .......................................................................................... 26
Item 6 - Supervision ...................................................................................................................... 26
Supervised Person Brochure (Part 2B of Form ADV) ....................................................... 27
Principal Executive Officer – James Lawrence Olsen, CFP®, CFA ................................. 28
Item 2 - Educational Background and Business Experience .......................................... 28
Item 3 - Disciplinary Information ............................................................................................ 29
Item 4 - Other Business Activities ............................................................................................ 30
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Item 5 - Additional Compensation ........................................................................................... 31
Item 6 - Supervision ...................................................................................................................... 31
Supervised Person Brochure (Part 2B of Form ADV) ....................................................... 32
Supervised Person – Louis J. Iovannone Jr., CIMA .............................................................. 33
Item 2 - Educational Background and Business Experience ....................................................................... 33
Item 3 - Disciplinary Information ........................................................................................................................... 33
Item 4 - Other Business Activities ............................................................................................ 34
Item 5 - Additional Compensation .......................................................................................................................... 34
Item 6 - Supervision ..................................................................................................................................................... 34
Supervised Person Brochure (Part 2B of Form ADV) ....................................................... 35
Supervised Person – John W. Eisele ........................................................................................ 36
Item 2 - Educational Background and Business Experience ....................................................................... 36
Item 3 - Disciplinary Information ........................................................................................................................... 36
Item 4 - Other Business Activities .......................................................................................................................... 37
Item 5 - Additional Compensation .......................................................................................................................... 37
Item 6 - Supervision ..................................................................................................................................................... 37
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Item 4: Advisory Business
Firm Description
Malvern Capital Management (“MCM” or the “Advisor”) is a Delaware limited liability
company, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania. MCM was formed on January 2, 2018,
and is jointly owned by Michael P. Czajka and James L. Olsen.
Types of Advisory Services
Investment Management Services (IMS)
MCM offers Investment Management Services based on the client’s individual objectives,
goals, risk tolerance, time horizon, and liquidity needs. We will also review and discuss a
client’s prior investment history, as well as family composition and background. For non-
Financial Planning clients, MCM will develop a personal investment policy/risk tolerance
statement (“IPS”) which MCM uses to construct an investment plan with an appropriate
allocation of the client’s managed assets among Malvern Investment Portfolios (MIPs), other
investments, or a combination of the two that, in our opinion, is appropriate. Investment
recommendations are typically limited to registered open-ended investment companies
(mutual funds) and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or other investments appropriate for the
Client. The MIPs are varying asset allocation portfolios designed to meet a certain client
objective. These accounts are managed on a discretionary trading basis.
When MCM is engaged to provide Investment Management Services, it does so solely on a
discretionary basis. MCM will monitor your accounts on an ongoing basis to ensure your
portfolio is meeting your asset allocation requirements. Account supervision is guided by the
stated objectives of the client (e.g., maximum capital appreciation, growth, income, or growth
and income), as well as tax considerations. Clients have the option of imposing reasonable
restrictions on investing in certain securities, types of securities, or industry sectors. As a
result of the discussions, a written IPS will be created for the client. MCM does not offer
Investment Management Services on a non-discretionary basis.
Sub-Advisor Services (SAS)
In some instances, MCM IMS accounts may be managed by independent Sub-advisors
pursuant to a sub-advisory agreement with a Sub-advisor. In such circumstances, the Sub-
advisor will have discretionary power and trading authority for the investment of the Account.
MCM shall be responsible for making the suitability determination of the investment strategy
that will be implemented in the management of Client’s Account by the Sub-advisor. MCM
receives no financial compensation from the Sub-advisor it recommends. If MCM believes a
Sub-advisor is no longer suited to provide services to a Client, MCM has the authority under
the investment management agreement to terminate and replace such Sub-advisor. MCM will
distribute to Clients a copy of the Form ADV Part 2A (“Disclosure Brochure”) for each Sub-
advisor managing a portion of the Client’s assets, so that the Client may see additional
details regarding the investment strategy and fees payable to such Sub-advisor.
Financial Planning Services (FPS)
MCM provides advisory services in the form of financial planning. Financial planning in and
of itself does not involve the active management of client accounts. MCM’s Financial
Planning service assists individuals determine and set their long-term financial goals, through
investments, tax planning, asset allocation, risk management, retirement planning, and other
areas. Financial planning services will take into consideration either individually or a
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combination of information such as your objectives, overall financial situation, personal and
financial goals, risk tolerance and objectives, risks that you are willing to undertake,
investment knowledge, net worth, income, age, projected retirement, unusual or material
funding requirements, inheritance possibilities, pensions, social security, children/relative
funding issues, estate issues, and living expenses needed for retirement. It is suggested that
Clients continually update us with any changes so that if the updates require changes to your
plan, we can make those changes. Otherwise, your plan may no longer be accurate.
Based on the data and information compilation, financial planning recommendations are
made based on your individual needs. The role of a financial planner is to find ways to help
the client understand his/her overall financial situation and help the client set financial
objectives.
In general, the financial plan will address any or all of the following areas of concern. The
client and advisor will work together to select the specific areas to cover. These areas
generally include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Executive Financial Planning
• Cash Flow and Debt Management
• College Savings
• Employee Benefits Optimization
• Estate Planning
• Financial Goals
Insurance
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Investment Analysis
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• Retirement Planning
• Retirement Income & Distribution Planning
• Risk Management
• Tax Planning Strategies
We always recommend that you consult with a qualified attorney when you initiate, update, or
complete estate planning activities. We will provide you with contact information for attorneys
who specialize in estate planning if you wish to hire an attorney for such purposes. From
time-to-time, we will participate in meetings or phone calls between you and your attorney
with your approval or request.
In addition, we also recommend that you consult with a qualified tax professional before
initiating any tax planning strategy, and we will provide you with contact information for
accountants or attorneys who specialize in this area if you wish to hire someone for such
purposes. We will participate in meetings or phone calls between you and your tax
professional with your approval.
If requested by a Client, MCM will recommend the services of other professionals for the
implementation of your Financial Plan. The client always has the right to decide whether to
act upon our financial planning recommendations. If the client elects to act on any of the
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recommendations, the client always has the right to affect the transactions through anyone of
their choosing.
Financial planning services do not include the implementation of the plan’s investment plan
on your behalf. To the extent you want MCM to implement the investments on your behalf,
you will need to contract with MCM for Investment Management Services.
If a conflict of interest exists between the interests of MCM and the interests of the Client, the
Client is under no obligation to act upon MCM’s recommendation. If the Client elects to act on
any of the recommendations, the Client is under no obligation to affect the transaction
through MCM. Financial plans will be completed and delivered within sixty (60) days,
contingent upon the timely delivery of all required documentation.
Financial Consulting Services (FCS)
MCM provides Financial Consulting Services in the form of project-specific work. Financial
consulting in and of itself does not involve the active management of client accounts. MCM’s
FCS assists individuals in determining guidelines and outcomes in response to specific client
interests or topics. Unlike MCM’s Financial Planning Services, Financial Consulting Services
does not include a comprehensive plan and is designed to address specific topics that are of
interest to the client. Similar to Financial Planning Services, topics could include personal and
financial goals, risk tolerance and objectives, investment knowledge, net worth calculations,
income requirements, projected retirement, unusual or material funding requirements,
inheritance possibilities, pensions, social security, children/relative funding issues, estate
issues, and living expenses needed for retirement.
Retirement Plan Services (RPS)
MCM provides investment management services to retirement Plans subject to the Employee
Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), referred to here as “ERISA
Plan Clients”. Each ERISA Plan Client is required to enter into an investment management
agreement with MCM describing the services that MCM will perform for the ERISA Plan and
agree to by the ERISA Plan Client.
Plan Level Fiduciary Services
MCM provides investment management services to ERISA Plan Clients that are participant-
directed Plans on a discretionary basis as an investment manager under ERISA Section
3(38), and in that capacity, MCM’s investment decisions are made in its sole discretion
without the ERISA Plan Client’s prior approval. MCM offers services in some or all of the
following areas, as agreed upon between the ERISA Plan Client and MCM in the written
investment management agreement. MCM’s investment management services can include
the following:
Participant-Directed Plans
• MCM will develop an investment policy statement (IPS) for the ERISA Plan
Client. The IPS establishes the investment policies and objectives for the
ERISA Plan.
• MCM will select a broad range of investment options consistent with ERISA
Section 404(c) and the regulations thereunder.
• MCM will provide ongoing and continuous discretionary
investment
management with respect to the asset classes and investment alternatives
available under the ERISA Plan in accordance with the IPS. Under this
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authority, MCM may remove and replace the investment alternatives available
under the ERISA Plan at its discretion.
If the ERISA Plan Client decides to have a qualified default investment
alternative (“QDIA”) for participants who fail to make an investment election
under the ERISA Plan, MCM will select the investment to serve as the QDIA.
The ERISA Plan Client retains the sole responsibility to provide all notices to
participants required under ERISA Section 404(c)(5).
• MCM does not provide fiduciary advice (as defined in ERISA) to the ERISA
Plan participants.
Trustee-Directed / Non-Participant-Directed Plans
• MCM will develop an investment policy statement (IPS) for the ERISA Plan
Client. The IPS establishes the investment policies and objectives for the
ERISA Plan.
• MCM will develop asset allocations and portfolio modeling consistent with the
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Plan objectives expressed in the IPS.
In accordance with the IPS, MCM will identify and select specific investments to
populate the asset allocation categories.
• As investment results and/or cash flow change the percentage of Plan assets
represented by the different asset allocation categories, MCM will provide
periodic rebalancing as deemed appropriate in accordance with the IPS.
• MCM will adjust the asset allocations as deemed appropriate in accordance
with the IPS.
• MCM will monitor and measure investment performance and adherence to the
IPS. MCM can make changes in the selected investments, if appropriate, and
will provide the Client with periodic reporting of investment performance and
results.
• MCM does not provide fiduciary advice (as defined in ERISA) to the ERISA
Plan participants.
Potential for Conflict of Interest
MCM is also a fiduciary under the Internal Revenue Code (the “IRC”) with respect to
investment management services and investment advice provided to ERISA Clients, IRA
owners, and IRAs (collectively, Retirement Account Clients). As such, MCM is subject to
specific duties and obligations under ERISA and the IRC that include, among other things,
prohibited transaction rules that are intended to prohibit fiduciaries from acting on conflicts of
interest. When a fiduciary gives advice in which it has a conflict of interest, the fiduciary must
either avoid or eliminate the conflict or rely upon a Prohibited Transaction Exemption (“PTE”).
A conflict of interest would arise, and the prohibited transaction rules would be implicated if
MCM were to provide fiduciary advice about Plan distributions and rollovers if it resulted in
MCM receiving compensation that it would not have received absent the advice. In that
instance, MCM would mitigate this conflict by acting in the best interest of the client.
Retirement Rollovers - No Obligation / Conflict of Interest
A client or prospective client is under no obligation to engage MCM as the investment adviser
for his/her employer-sponsored retirement account. Rather, a client can continue to self-direct
his/her retirement account at his/her employer. If the client determines that he/she would like
MCM's assistance, MCM shall charge a separate and additional advisory fee for its ongoing
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advisory services. The client will not incur this separate and additional advisory fee if he/she
determines to continue to self-direct his/her account. As a result, any recommendation by
MCM that a client engage MCM to manage his/her retirement account presents a conflict of
interest since MCM shall derive an economic benefit from such engagement. Again, a client
is under absolutely no obligation to engage MCM as the investment adviser for his/her
retirement account.
Client-Tailored Services and Client-Imposed Restrictions
The goals and objectives for each Client are documented in our Client files. Investment
strategies are created that reflect the stated goals and objectives. Clients may impose
restrictions on investing in certain securities or types of securities.
Agreements may not be assigned without written Client consent.
Wrap Fee Programs
MCM does not sponsor any wrap-fee programs.
Client Assets Under Management
MCM has the following Client assets under management:
Discretionary Amounts:
Non-discretionary Amounts:
Date Calculated:
$258,119,057
$0
December 31, 2025
Item 5: Fees and Compensation
Method of Compensation and Fee Schedule
Financial Planning Fees
The rate for Comprehensive Financial Planning Services is $2,500.
Financial Planning Fees require a $1,200.00 initial deposit paid in advance. These fees and
terms are negotiable on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of MCM. The fees to be paid
will be outlined in each client’s written agreement. The delivery date of the Financial Plan will
be based in part on the date all required pertinent information is received and will be mutually
agreed upon with each client. The client may terminate the Agreement at any time before the
delivery of the Financial Plan for a full refund.
Services are completed and delivered within sixty (60) days, contingent upon timely delivery
of all required documentation. MCM reserves the right to waive a portion of the fee should the
Client implement the plan through MCM.
Financial Consulting Service Fees
MCM is compensated for our Financial Consulting Services by receiving fees from clients
based on an hourly rate of $500 or a single fixed fee that typically can range from $1,000 to
$100,000.
FCS Fees are paid in arrears. The hourly fee rate is negotiable on a case-by-case basis at
the discretion of MCM. A single fee rate is negotiated on a case-by-case basis with each
client and is based on the scope of the services to be provided by MCM. The hourly rate or
single fixed fee to be paid, and terms will be outlined in each client’s written agreement. A
client may terminate the Financial Consulting Service at any time.
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Investment Management Fees:
MCM offers discretionary direct asset management services to advisory Clients. MCM is
compensated for our investment management services by receiving fees from clients based
on a percentage of assets under management per the following tiered rate schedule:
Total Assets Under Management
Up to $500,000
$500,001 to $1,000,000
$1,000,001 to $2,000,000
$2,000,001 to $3,000,000
$3,000,001 to $5,000,000
$5,000,001 to $10,000,000
Over $10,000,000
Annual Advisor Fee
1.25%
1.00%
0.85%
0.70%
0.60%
0.50%
0.25%
The minimum annual fee is $5,000. This fee will not exceed the 3% safe harbor.
Investment Management Fees are either charged quarterly in advance, based upon the
market value of the assets being managed by MCM on the last day of the previous billing
period, or the initial asset value deposit for a new account or billed quarterly, in arrears, and
are based on the amount of assets under management on the last day of the prior calendar
quarter (“Valuation Date”) as valued by the Client’s Custodian. If margin is utilized, the fees
will be billed based on the net asset value of the account. Significant contributions or
withdrawals of more than 5% of assets under management to or from the Client’s account
during any calendar quarter are prorated daily for the period such funds were actually in the
Client’s account. The assets under management of the Client’s account on the Valuation
Date shall be correspondingly increased or decreased, as the case may be, for purposes of
calculating the Management Fee for the Quarter. In the event of early termination, the client
will receive reimbursement of prepaid, unearned fees.
Fees and terms are negotiable on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of MCM, resulting in
some clients being charged fees that are lower than the fee listed above. Fees are
calculated in accordance with the fee schedule outlined in each client’s written agreement.
Legacy clients resulting from a merger, acquisition, assignment, or any other transfer of
ownership from another advisory firm to Malvern Capital Management may experience higher
fees than those disclosed in our standard fee schedule. Their accounts also may not be
eligible for householding.
Sub-Advisor Services (SAS)
Clients having their accounts managed by an independent Sub-advisor pay MCM Investment
Management Service fee plus the Sub-advisor fee. In certain circumstances, you will pay a
higher Investment Management Service fee if a Sub-advisor is used. The total Investment
Management Service fee plus Sub-advisor fee shall not exceed 2.00% per year. Sub-advisor
fees are deducted from the Client’s account with MCM’s fee as outlined above. The Sub-
advisor’s fee is calculated in the same manner.
Retirement Plan Services Fees
MCM is a fiduciary under ERISA with respect to investment management services and
investment advice provided to ERISA Plan Clients. As such, MCM is subject to specific duties
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and obligations under ERISA and the IRC that include, among other things, restrictions
concerning certain forms of compensation.
The fees described below for both Participant Directed Plans and Non-Participant Directed
Plans are payable quarterly or monthly in arrears as agreed to under the investment
management agreement between MCM and the ERISA Plan Client.
Either MCM or the ERISA Plan Client can terminate the investment management or advisory
agreement at any time, without penalty, by sending the other party 30 days' prior written
notice. Both parties remain responsible for obligations arising under any transactions initiated
before the agreement was terminated. MCM is entitled to a fee, prorated for the number of
days in the billing period before the effective date of termination, based on the market value
of the included assets on the effective date of termination.
3(38) Investment Management for Participant-Directed Plans:
The MCM fee for investment management services provided to ERISA participant-directed
plans is calculated as of the last business day of each calendar quarter or month by charging
the following tiered fee schedule, based on the annual rate, subject to a minimum fee of
$5,000 per year:
Plan Assets
Up to $1,000,000
$1,000,001 to $3,000,000
$3,000,001 to $5,000,000
Over $5,000,000
Annual Advisor Fee
0.80%
0.60%
0.40%
0.20%
3(38) Investment Management for Non-Participant-Directed Plans:
The MCM fee for investment management services provided to ERISA non-participant-
directed plans is calculated as of the last business day of each calendar quarter or month by
charging the following tiered fee schedule, based on the annual rate, subject to a minimum
fee of $10,000 per year:
Plan Assets
Up to $1,000,000
$1,000,001 to $3,000,000
$3,000,001 to $5,000,000
Over $5,000,000
Annual Advisor Fee
0.95%
0.80%
0.60%
0.40%
Fees and terms are negotiable on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of MCM, resulting
in some clients being charged fees that are lower than the fees listed above. Fees are
calculated in accordance with the fee schedule set forth in each client’s written
agreement.
Client Payment of Fees
Payment of Investment Management Fees
As described in each client’s Investment Management Agreement, each Client shall elect
from one of the two options to pay for Investment Management Services:
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Direct Debit of Fees by Custodian:
the applicable account(s). MCM’s
• The Custodian will withdraw the amount of the advisory fee due and payable to MCM
from
Investment Management Agreement
authorizes the Custodian to debit the account for the amount of the advisory fee and to
directly remit that fee to MCM in compliance with regulatory procedures. MCM will
send each Client an invoice itemizing the fee, including the formula used to calculate
the fee, the time period covered by the fee, and the amount of assets under
management on which the fee was assessed. Statements sent to the Client by the
Custodian for the period following the applicable billing cycle will reflect the advisory
fee paid by the Client to MCM.
Pay by Invoice Direct to Client:
• MCM will issue an invoice itemizing the fee, including the formula used to calculate the
fee, the time period covered by the fee, and the amount of assets under management
on which the fee was assessed to the Client for MCM services, and the Client pays
MCM by check, Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) or Automated Clearing House (ACH)
payment. To elect this option, the Client must select this method of payment from
MCM’s Investment Management Agreement and complete the necessary paperwork
when electing to pay by EFT or ACH.
MCM aggregates assets of clients with multiple accounts when calculating the amount
of assets under management, for which fees are applied.
Payment of Financial Planning Fees
For clients who engaged MCM for Financial Planning Services, MCM will issue an invoice
itemizing the Financial Planning Fee. The Client shall pay MCM by check, Electronic Funds
Transfer (EFT), or Automated Clearing House (ACH) payment.
Payment of Retirement Plan Services Fees
For clients who engaged MCM for Retirement Plan Services, MCM will issue or receive from
the plan an invoice itemizing the Investment Management Fee. The Client shall pay MCM by
check, Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), or Automated Clearing House (ACH) payment.
Payment of Financial Consulting Service Fees
For clients who engaged MCM for Financial Consulting Services, MCM will issue an invoice
itemizing the FCS fee and the time period covered. The Client shall pay MCM by check,
Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), or Automated Clearing House (ACH) payment.
Other Fees
Additionally, MCM’s fee does not include the fees charged by mutual funds selected by MCM
to be held from time to time in a client’s account. All such fees and expenses will be borne by
the client’s account. In addition, certain costs or charges associated with certain securities
transactions, including custody, dealer mark-up or mark-downs, and normal broker
commissions, are separately charged to the Account by your custodian. MCM’s brokerage
practices are discussed more fully in Item 12 of this Brochure.
Additional Client Fees Charged
Custodians may charge transaction fees and other related costs on the purchases or sales of
mutual funds, equities, bonds, options, and exchange-traded funds. Mutual funds, money
market funds, and exchange-traded funds also charge internal management fees, which are
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disclosed in the fund’s prospectus. MCM does not receive any compensation from these
fees. All of these fees are in addition to the management fee you pay to MCM. For more
details on the brokerage practices, see Item 12 of this brochure. Margin interest may also
apply for the Client electing to utilize margin on their account(s).
Prepayment of Client Fees
MCM does not require any prepayment of fees of more than $1200 per Client and six months
or more in advance.
Fees for financial plans require a $1,200 deposit in advance.
Investment management fees are billed monthly or quarterly in advance.
If the Client cancels after five (5) business days, any unearned fees will be refunded to the
Client, or any unpaid earned fees will be due to MCM.
External Compensation for the Sale of Securities to Clients
MCM does not receive any external compensation for the sale of securities to Clients, nor do
any of the investment advisor representatives of MCM.
Item 6: Performance-Based Fees and Side-by-Side Management
Sharing of Capital Gains
Fees are not based on a share of the capital gains or capital appreciation of managed
securities.
MCM does not use a performance-based fee structure because of the conflict of interest.
Performance-based compensation may create an incentive for MCM to recommend an
investment that may carry a higher degree of risk to the Client.
Item 7: Types of Clients
Description
MCM currently provides investment management, financial planning, and financial consulting
services to a variety of different types of clients, including individuals and high-net-worth
individuals. MCM also focuses its marketing efforts on attracting pension and profit-sharing
plans, trusts, estates, endowments, foundations, charitable organizations, corporations, and
other registered investment advisory firms. Account Minimums
MCM requires a minimum of $500,000 to open and maintain an account. In certain instances,
the minimum account size may be lowered or waived.
Item 8: Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies, and Risk of Loss
Methods of Analysis
In providing discretionary investment management, advisory, and services, and in providing
recommendations to non-discretionary clients, we use the investment strategies and methods
of analysis, as described below. A discussion of the primary risks associated with these
investment strategies is below, although it is not possible to identify all the risks associated
with investing. The risks applicable to your account will depend on the nature of the account,
its investment strategy or strategies, and the types of securities you hold. Any investment
involves a risk of loss and there can be no guarantee that a particular level of return will be
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achieved. You should understand that you could lose some or all your investment and should
be prepared to bear the risk of such potential losses, including through diversification.
Our primary method of investment analysis involves developing our macroeconomic and
market outlook, considering both short and long-term views. MCM focuses however, on a
long-term, strategic approach to developing its asset allocation methodology. Shifts in
allocations are driven by changing investment fundamentals and our economic outlook. MCM
will adjust its allocation models, typically with relatively small changes rather than significant
shifts between asset classes. Exposure to an asset class or investment style is driven by key
economic and market-related factors, which may include shifts in valuations, expected
earnings growth, or the impact of changing interest rates. MCM employs fundamental
valuations and applies its models to evaluate expected returns, risk, and correlation for the
asset classes it includes in its investment strategies.
Investment Strategy
The Malvern Investment Portfolios (“MIPs”) are fully discretionary portfolios that include
multiple asset classes and investment vehicles managed within a single account. Strategies
may include exposure to both traditional and/or non-traditional asset classes, as described
more fully below.
MCM manages these diversified strategies with specified investment objectives ranging in
risk from conservative to aggressive growth. MCM also manages more concentrated
strategies that are designed to complement the Client’s diversified portfolio assets that may
be managed away from MCM. As the portfolio manager, MCM determines the specific
investment vehicles based on its economic outlook, investment due diligence, and proprietary
modeling strategies.
The Malvern Investment Portfolios (MIPs) may include allocations to non-traditional
investment vehicles (vehicles that generally employ more complex trading strategies, such as
selling securities short in anticipation of a drop in their price, using leverage, and purchasing
options and futures) if appropriate for a Client. MCM may include non-traditional asset
classes, often paired with traditional asset classes, to reduce the volatility of the overall
portfolio.
The MIPs are generally comprised of mutual funds, ETFs, and select individual securities.
In determining a suitable MIP investment strategy for a Client portfolio, several factors are
evaluated, including but not limited to: age, job security, savings, income needs, risk
tolerance, tax circumstances, charitable giving, debt ratio, and real estate holdings. These
are just a few factors considered when determining a Client-specific investment risk
tolerance. The amount allocated to an investment style may determine which type of vehicle
may be used to manage that portion of the portfolio. A vehicle, such as a passive mutual fund
or ETF, will be utilized to allow broad market exposure for lower dollar values. Active mutual
funds, individual securities, or other appropriate investments will be used for allocations
where MCM seeks active security selection.
MCM does not engage in Initial public offerings (IPOs) and IPOs are not available through
MCM.
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Security Specific Material Risks
All investment programs offered by MCM have certain risks that the investor bears. MCM’s
investment approach constantly keeps the risk of loss in mind. Investors face the following
investment risks:
• General: Investors should carefully consider their risk tolerance before investing. As
with all investments, loss of money is a risk of investing that clients should be prepared
to bear.
• Market Risk: Market risk involves the possibility that investments in equity securities
will decline because of falls in the stock market, reducing the value of individual
companies' stocks regardless of the success or failure of an individual company's
operations. The price of a security, bond, or mutual fund may drop in reaction to
tangible and intangible events and conditions. This type of risk is caused by external
factors independent of a security’s particular underlying circumstances. For example,
political, economic, and social conditions may trigger market events.
•
Interest-rate Risk: Fluctuations in interest rates may cause investment prices to
fluctuate. For example, when interest rates rise, yields on existing bonds become less
attractive, causing their market values to decline.
•
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.
• Value Style Risk: Investing in "value" stocks presents the risk that the stocks may
never reach what the adviser believes are their full market values, either because the
market fails to recognize what the adviser considers to be the companies' true
business values or because the adviser misjudged those values. In addition, value
stocks may fall out of favor with investors and underperform growth stocks during
given periods.
• Growth Style Risk: To the extent that the portfolio invests in companies that appear
to be growth-oriented, the adviser's perceptions of a company's growth potential may
be wrong, or the securities purchased may not perform as expected, causing losses to
the portfolio.
• Small and Medium Cap Company Risk: Securities of companies with small and
medium market capitalizations are often more volatile and less liquid than investments
in larger companies. Small and medium-cap companies may face a greater risk of
business failure, which could increase the volatility of the portfolio.
• Management Risk: MCM’s strategy and the strategies employed by the portfolio
managers of the underlying investments may fail to produce the intended results.
• Company Risk: The value of a portfolio may decrease in response to the activities
and financial prospects of an individual company in the portfolio. The value of an
individual company can be more volatile than the market as a whole.
• Sector/Industry Risk: From time to time, the portfolio may have over-weighted
positions in particular market sectors and/or industries, which can be more volatile or
underperform relative to the market as a whole.
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• REIT Risk: When the portfolio invests in REITs, it is subject to risks generally
associated with investing in real estate and risks related specifically to their structure
and focus, less market liquidity, and greater price volatility.
• Foreign Securities Risk: Foreign securities can be more volatile than domestic (U.S.)
securities. Securities markets of other countries are generally smaller than U.S.
securities markets. Many foreign securities may also be less liquid than U.S.
securities, which could affect the portfolio's investments.
• Mutual Fund Risk: Mutual funds may not be able to replicate the past performance
that was relied upon by MCM in making an investment decision. MCM does not control
the underlying investments in a fund therefore, managers of different funds held by a
client may purchase the same security, increasing the risk to the client if that security
were to fall in value. Additionally, a fund may deviate from the stated investment
mandate or strategy which could make the fund less suitable for a client’s portfolio.
When the portfolio invests in a mutual fund, including a money market fund, the
portfolio will indirectly bear its proportionate share of any fees and expenses payable
directly by the mutual fund. Therefore, the portfolio will incur higher expenses, which
may be duplicative, and investment returns are reduced by these fees.
• Transaction Fee (TF) Mutual Funds: In some cases, MCM may select a TF fund that
will incur additional fees. If so, the client will be charged an additional fee. All other
fees and expenses described in a fund's prospectus still apply.
• Concentration: A strategy that concentrates its investments in a particular sector of
the market (such as the utilities or financial services sectors) or a specific geographic
area (such as a country or state) may be impacted by events that adversely affect that
sector or area, and the value of a portfolio using such a strategy may fluctuate more
than a less concentrated portfolio. In addition, certain funds and strategies are “non-
diversified,” meaning they focus their investments on a small number of issuers,
making them more susceptible to risks affecting such issuers than a more diversified
fund or strategy.
• Use of Interval Funds: When consistent with a client’s investment objectives, MCM
may allocate investment assets to Interval Funds. Investment companies structured as
interval funds are generally designed for long-term investors who do not require daily
liquidity. Shares in interval funds typically do not trade on the secondary market.
Instead, their shares are subject to periodic redemption offers by the fund at a price
based on net asset value. Accordingly, interval funds are subject to liquidity
constraints. Interval funds investing in securities of companies with smaller market
capitalizations, derivatives, or securities with substantial market and/or credit risk tend
to have the greatest exposure to liquidity risk. Generally, the interval funds
recommended by MCM offer a two to three-week notice period, every quarter, during
which the client may seek the redemption of previously purchased interval funds. Sale
or transfer may need to await the quarterly permitted sale date. Moreover, the eventual
net asset value for the Interval Fund could be substantially different (positive or
negative) from the Interval Fund value on the date that the sale was requested. There
can be no assurance that any such strategy will prove profitable or successful.
o
Interval Funds are Illiquid, Long-Term Investments. Interval funds do not
provide daily liquidity. Redemption requests are accepted quarterly, and in
the event of a full redemption, a portion of the value may be held back
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pending completion of the fund’s annual audit. Additionally, a substantial
portion of the fund’s investments is illiquid, and therefore, the fund itself
imposes limitations on investor withdrawals. The fund will only allow a
limited number of shares to be redeemed through the share repurchase
program, which is subject to the discretion of the Board of Trustees of the
interval fund.
o
Interval Funds May Invest in Private Funds. Investing in private securities
carries a variety of risks that are embedded in the interval fund when it
makes such private investments. Private Funds are not registered with the
Securities and Exchange Commission and may not be registered with any
other regulatory authority. Accordingly, they are not subject to certain
regulatory restrictions and oversight to which other issuers are subject.
There may be little public information available about their investments and
performance. Moreover, as sales of shares of private investment companies
are generally restricted to certain qualified purchasers, it could be difficult for
a client to sell its shares of a private investment company at an
advantageous price and time.
o Since shares of private investment companies are not publicly traded, from
time to time, it may be difficult to establish a fair value for the client’s
investment in these companies. Private Funds often engage in leveraging
and other speculative investment practices that increase the risk of
investment loss. A Private Fund’s performance can be volatile. An investor
could lose all or a substantial portion of his or her investment. There may be
no secondary market for the investor’s interest in the fund. Private Funds
can be highly illiquid, and there may be restrictions on transferring interests
in the fund. Private Funds are not required to provide periodic pricing or
valuation information to investors. Private Funds may have complex tax
structures. There may be delays in distributing important tax information.
Private Funds are not subject to the same regulatory requirements as
mutual funds. Private Funds often charge high fees. The fund's high fees
and expenses may offset the fund's trading profits.
o
Interval Funds Can Hold Investments That Are Difficult to Value. A portion of
the portfolio holdings in our funds may be difficult to value because they are
not quoted daily or traded on any financial market or exchange. As such,
valuation adjustments only occur quarterly and are generally not available
until six weeks after the quarter close. Additionally, due to the nature of
interim valuation methods employed by investment managers, the realized
value of an underlying holding may differ from its carrying value at the time
the investment is sold.
o
Interval Funds May Use Leverage. Our interval funds are permitted to use
leverage (i.e., debt) in connection with certain investments or participate in
investments with highly leveraged capital structures. Although the use of
leverage may enhance returns and increase the number of investments that
can be made, leverage also involves a high degree of financial risk and
increases the exposure of such investments to factors such as rising interest
rates, downturns in the economy, or deterioration in the condition of the
assets underlying such investments. Leverage can also amplify losses.
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• Buffer ETFs: Buffer ETFs are also known as defined-outcome ETFs since the ETF is
designed to offer downside protection for a specified period. These ETFs are modeled
after options-based structured notes, but are generally cheaper and offer more
liquidity.
Buffer ETFs are designed to safeguard against market downturns by employing
complex options strategies. Buffer ETFs typically charge higher management fees that
are considerably more than the index funds whose performance they attempt to track.
Additionally, because buffer funds own options, they do not receive dividends from
their equity holdings. Both factors result in the underperformance of the Buffer ETF
compared to the index they attempt to track. Clients should carefully read the
prospectus for a buffer ETF to fully understand the cost structures, risks, and features
of these complex products.
• Alternative Investments and Derivatives: Alternative investment strategies or
derivatives that are often more volatile than other investments and may magnify the
vehicle’s gains and losses. A derivative is a security or contract (futures, options, etc.),
the value of which fluctuates with the value of another security (i.e., its value is
“derived” from the value of another). An investment vehicle that uses derivatives could
be negatively affected if the change in the market value of its securities fails to
correspond as expected to the underlying securities.
Alternative investment products are not for everyone and entail risks that are different
from more traditional investments. Alternative investment strategies are intended for
sophisticated investors and involve a high degree of risk, including, among other
things, the risks inherent in investing in securities and derivatives, using leverage, and
engaging in short sales. An investment in an alternative investment product or strategy
may be considered speculative and should not constitute a complete investment
program, but should be used in conjunction with an overall asset allocation strategy.
Diversification and strategic asset allocation do not assure a profit or protect against
loss in declining or volatile markets.
The potential for a commodity investment vehicle to use derivative instruments, such
as futures, options, and swap agreements, to achieve its investment objective may
create additional risks that would not be present in the underlying securities
themselves, thus raising the potential for greater investment loss.
• Private Investments: Investments in Private Investments are subject to unique and
additional risks that differ from more traditional investments. Below we provide some of
the most relevant risks associated with these investments, which are not designed to
be a comprehensive list of all the possible risks. You should review any offering
documents associated with a Private Investment before investing to understand the
complete list of risks.
o Unregistered and Lack of Regulatory Review. Because private placement
offerings are exempt from registration requirements at both the state and
federal levels, no regulator has reviewed the offerings to make sure the risks
associated with the investment and all material facts about the entity raising
money are adequately disclosed.
o
Increased Risk. Private Investments, including real estate investments,
notes & debentures, hedge funds, and private equity funds involve a high
degree of risk, often engage in leveraging and other speculative investment
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tax
information, are not subject
to
practices that may increase the risk of investment loss, can be highly illiquid,
are not required to provide periodic pricing or valuation information to
investors, may involve complex tax structures and delays in distributing
important
the same regulatory
requirements as mutual funds, often charge high fees which may offset any
trading profits, and, in many cases, the underlying investments are not
transparent and are known only to the investment manager. Alternative
investment performance can be volatile. An investor could lose all or a
substantial amount of the investment. Often, alternative investment funds
and account managers have total trading authority over their funds or
accounts; the use of a single adviser applying generally similar trading
programs could mean a lack of diversification and, consequently, higher risk.
There is often no secondary market for an investor’s interest in alternative
investments, and none is expected to develop. There may be restrictions on
transferring interests in any alternative investment. Alternative investment
products often execute a substantial portion of their trades on non-U.S.
exchanges. Investing in foreign markets may entail risks that differ from
those associated with investments in U.S. markets. Additionally, alternative
investments often entail commodity trading, which involves a substantial risk
of loss.
o Liquidity Risk. We may recommend Private Investments that may not allow
withdrawals or redemptions for significant periods, especially if such
investments are in illiquid instruments. Furthermore, if faced with significant
withdrawal or redemption requests, investment partnerships and other
investment entities may elect to suspend redemptions or delay redemption
payments. In the event of suspensions or delays, a client may be exposed to
an increased risk of illiquidity.
o Private Investments with No Track Record. We may recommend Private
Investments that may be in an early stage of development, may not have a
proven operating history, may be operating at a loss or have significant
variations in operating results, may be engaged in a rapidly changing
business, may require substantial additional capital to support their
operations to finance expansion or to maintain their competitive position, or
may otherwise have a weak financial condition.
o Real Estate - Investments in real estate properties are subject to the risks
associated with changes in the general economic climate, changes in the
overall real estate market, local real estate conditions, dependency on
management skill, heavy cash flow dependency, overbuilding, extended
vacancies of properties, increased taxes and operating expenses, changes
in zoning laws, losses due to costs and liability resulting from the clean-up of
environmental problems, casualty or condemnation losses, limitations on
rents, changes in neighborhood values and the appeal of properties to
tenants, the financial condition of tenants, supply of or demand for
in an area, accelerated construction activity,
competing properties
technological innovations that dramatically alter space requirements, the
availability of financing, changes in interest rates, competition based on
rental rates, energy and supply shortages, various uninsured and
uninsurable risks (including possible terrorist activity) and government
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regulations. In particular, real property owners in the U.S. are subject to
federal and state environmental laws which impose joint and several liability
on past and present owners and users of real property for hazardous
substance remediation and removal costs. Investments in real estate or
interests in real estate are generally illiquid.
• Margin Borrowings: The use of short-term margin borrowings may result in certain
additional risks. For example, if securities pledged to brokers to secure a margin
account decline in value, the account of the Client could be subject to a “margin call”,
according to which it must either deposit additional funds with the broker or be the
subject of mandatory liquidation of the pledged securities to compensate for the
decline in value. A mandatory liquidation could result in negative tax consequences.
• Covered Calls: The selling (or writing) of covered calls may involve a high degree of
risk and may not be suitable for all investors. For a call option that is sold (written), if
that option is exercised, the upside potential is limited to the premium received plus
the difference between its stock price and the stock purchase price. If the option is not
exercised and expires out of the money and has no value, the upside potential is any
gain in share value plus the premium received. On the downside, limited protection is
provided by the premium received from the call’s sale. The loss potential may be
substantial and is limited only by the stock declining to zero.
• Long/Short Positions: Long and short investment positions may involve risks
different from those normally associated with other types of investment vehicles. It is
possible that a mutual fund’s long positions will decline in value at the same time that
the value of the securities sold short increases, thus raising the potential for greater
investment loss. Market-neutral investing, in using long and short positions, provides
no guarantee that it will be successful in limiting the fund’s exposure to domestic stock
market movements, capitalization, sector swings or other risk factors. Investment in a
strategy involving long and short selling may have higher portfolio turnover rates,
which may result in additional tax consequences. Short selling involves certain risks,
including additional costs associated with covering short positions and the possibility of
unlimited loss on certain short sale positions.
• Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) Risk: When you purchase an ETF share, you
purchase an interest in an underlying basket of securities, designed to obtain
investment results that correspond generally to the price and yield performance of a
particular index of securities, such as the S&P 500. There is no assurance that the
ETF investments will match the index it aims to replicate. Investors in ETFs are subject
to different risks than investors in mutual funds, as some of these instruments do not
issue and redeem shares continuously. As a result, these securities may not be as
liquid as open-end mutual funds. The price of these securities trading on an exchange
can move independently of, and at a discount to, the net asset value (NAV) of
securities comprising the fund's portfolio.
• Junk Bond/High-Yield Security Risk: We may invest your assets in Junk Bonds or
High-Yield Bond ETFs, or lower-rated securities. Investments in fixed-income
securities that are rated below Investment grade can be subject to a greater risk of
loss of principal and interest than investments in higher-rated fixed-income securities.
The market for high-yield securities may be less liquid than the market for higher-rated
securities. High-yield securities are also generally considered to be subject to greater
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market risk than higher-rated securities. The capacity of issuers of high-yield securities
to pay interest and repay principal is more likely to weaken than is that of issuers of
higher-rated securities in times of deteriorating economic conditions or rising interest
rates.
• Non-Traditional Asset Class Funds: Investing in non-traditional funds is similar to
the risks associated with investing in mutual funds or ETFs with traditional investment
strategies. However, non-traditional funds are also subject to certain risks that are
similar to those of alternative investment products. To the extent that a non-traditional
fund exercises its investment strategies on a leveraged basis—using debt to enhance
returns—the risk of loss is increased and can create large changes in performance
results. As in the case of any investment, an investor in non-traditional funds can lose
all or a substantial amount of his or her investment. In addition, non-traditional funds
are subject to unique strategy-specific risks. Non-traditional asset classes may have
restricted liquidity and may be less transparent than listed securities. Non-traditional
products may have a much longer time horizon to experience the entire benefit of
investing compared to traditional asset classes.
MCM does not guarantee that any investment strategy will meet its investment objective or
that an account will not suffer a loss.
The risks associated with utilizing Sub-Advisors include:
• Manager Risk
o Sub-Advisor fails to execute the stated investment strategy
• Business Risk
o Sub-Advisor has financial or regulatory problems
• The specific risks associated with the portfolios of the Sub-Advisor, which are
disclosed in the Sub-Advisor’s Form ADV Part 2.
Item 9: Disciplinary Information
Criminal or Civil Actions
MCM and its management have not been involved in any criminal or civil action.
its management have not been
involved
in administrative enforcement
Administrative Enforcement Proceedings
MCM and
proceedings.
Self- Regulatory Organization Enforcement Proceedings
MCM and its management have not been involved in any self-regulatory organizational
enforcement proceedings that are material to a Client’s or prospective Client’s evaluation of
MCM or the integrity of its management.
Item 10: Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations
Broker-Dealer or Representative Registration
MCM is not registered as a broker-dealer, and no affiliated representatives of MCM are
registered representatives of a broker-dealer.
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Futures or Commodity Registration
Neither MCM nor its affiliated representatives are registered or have an application pending
to register as a futures commission merchant, commodity pool operator, or commodity
trading advisor.
Material Relationships Maintained by this Advisory Business and Conflicts of Interest
The firm does not maintain any material relationships.
Recommendations or Selections of Other Investment Advisors and Conflicts of
Interest
MCM may also utilize the services of a Sub-Advisor to manage Clients’ investment portfolios.
Sub-Advisors will maintain the models or investment strategies agreed upon between Sub-
Advisor and MCM. Sub-Advisors execute all trades on behalf of MCM in Client accounts.
MCM will be responsible for the overall direct relationship with the Client. MCM retains the
authority to terminate the Sub-Advisor relationship at MCM’s discretion.
In addition to the authority granted to MCM, Clients will grant MCM full discretionary authority
and authorize MCM to select and appoint one or more independent investment advisors
(“Advisors”) to provide investment advisory services to Client without prior consultation with
or the prior consent of Client. Such Advisors shall have all of the same authority relating to
the management of Client’s investment accounts as is granted to MCM in the Agreement. In
addition, at MCM’s discretion, MCM may grant such Advisors full authority to further delegate
such discretionary investment authority to additional Advisors. MCM ensures that before
selecting other advisors for the Client, the other advisors are properly licensed or registered
as an investment advisor.
This practice represents a conflict of interest as MCM may select Sub-Advisors who charge a
lower fee for their services than other Sub-Advisors. This conflict is mitigated by disclosures,
procedures, and by the fact that MCM has a fiduciary duty to place the best interest of the
Client first and will adhere to its code of ethics.
Item 11: Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions and Personal
Trading
Code of Ethics Description
The affiliated persons (affiliated persons include employees and/or independent contractors)
of MCM have committed to a Code of Ethics (“Code”). The purpose of our Code is to set forth
standards of conduct expected of MCM affiliated persons and to address conflicts that may
arise. The Code defines acceptable behavior for affiliated persons of MCM. The Code reflects
MCM and its supervised persons’ responsibility to act in the best interest of their Client.
One area which the Code addresses is when affiliated persons buy or sell securities for their
personal accounts and how to mitigate any conflict of interest with our Clients. We do not
allow any affiliated persons to use non-public material information for their personal profit or
to use internal research for their personal benefit in conflict with the benefit to our Clients.
MCM’s policy prohibits any person from acting upon or otherwise misusing non-public or
inside information. No advisory representative or other affiliated person, officer or director of
MCM may recommend any transaction in a security or its derivative to advisory Clients or
engage in personal securities transactions for a security or its derivatives if the advisory
representative possesses material, non-public information regarding the security.
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MCM’s Code is based on the guiding principle that the interests of the Client are our top
priority. MCM’s officers, directors, advisors, and other affiliated persons have a fiduciary duty
to our Clients and must diligently perform that duty to maintain the complete trust and
confidence of our Clients. When a conflict arises, it is our obligation to put the Client’s
interests over the interests of either affiliated persons or the company.
recommendations
to Clients, or who have access
The Code applies to “access” persons. “Access” persons are affiliated persons who have
access to non-public information regarding any Client's purchase or sale of securities, or non-
public information regarding the portfolio holdings of any reportable fund, who are involved in
to such
making securities
recommendations that are non-public.
MCM will provide a copy of the Code of Ethics to any Client or prospective Client upon
request.
Investment Recommendations Involving a Material Financial Interest and Conflict of
Interest
MCM and its affiliated persons do not recommend to Clients securities in which we have a
material financial interest.
Advisory Firm Purchase of Same Securities Recommended to Clients and Conflicts of
Interest
MCM and its affiliated persons may buy or sell securities that are also held by Clients. To
mitigate conflicts of interest such as trading ahead of Client transactions, affiliated persons
are required to disclose all reportable securities transactions as well as provide MCM with
copies of their brokerage statements.
The Chief Compliance Officer of MCM is Michael Czajka. He reviews all trades of the
affiliated persons each quarter. The personal trading reviews ensure that the personal trading
of affiliated persons does not affect the markets and that Clients of the firm receive
preferential treatment over associated persons’ transactions.
Client Securities Recommendations or Trades and Concurrent Advisory Firm
Securities Transactions and Conflicts of Interest
MCM does not have a material financial interest in any securities being recommended.
However, affiliated persons may buy or sell securities at the same time they buy or sell
securities for Clients. To mitigate conflicts of interest such as front running, affiliated persons
are required to disclose all reportable securities transactions as well as provide MCM with
copies of their brokerage statements.
The Chief Compliance Officer of MCM is Michael Czajka. He reviews all trades of the
affiliated persons each quarter. The personal trading reviews ensure that the personal trading
of affiliated persons does not affect the markets and that Clients of the firm receive
preferential treatment over associated persons’ transactions.
Item 12: Brokerage Practices
Factors Used to Select Broker-Dealers for Client Transactions
MCM will recommend the use of a particular broker-dealer based on their duty to seek best
execution for the client, meaning they have an obligation to obtain the most favorable terms
for a client under the circumstances. The determination of what may constitute best execution
and price in the execution of a securities transaction by a broker involves a number of
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considerations and is subjective. Factors affecting brokerage selection include the overall
direct net economic result to the portfolios, the efficiency with which the transaction is
affected, the ability to affect the transaction where a large block is involved, the operational
facilities of the broker-dealer, the value of an ongoing relationship with such broker, and the
financial strength and stability of the broker. MCM will select appropriate brokers based on a
number of factors, including but not limited to their relatively low transaction fees and
reporting ability. MCM relies on its broker to provide its execution services at the best prices
available. Lower fees for comparable services may be available from other sources. Clients
pay for any and all custodial fees in addition to the advisory fee charged by MCM. MCM does
not receive any portion of the trading fees.
MCM will recommend the use of Fidelity Custody and Clearing Solutions, LLC (“FCCS" or
“Fidelity”) or Charles Schwab (“Schwab”).
• Research and Other Soft Dollar Benefits
to
the broker-dealer. Although MCM has no
The Securities and Exchange Commission defines soft dollar practices as
arrangements under which products or services other than execution services are
obtained by MCM from or through a broker-dealer in exchange for directing Client
transactions
formal soft dollar
arrangements, MCM may receive products, research, and/or other services from
custodians or broker-dealers connected to client transactions or “soft dollar benefits”.
As permitted by Section 28(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, MCM receives
economic benefits as a result of commissions generated from securities transactions
by the custodian or broker-dealer from the accounts of MCM. MCM cannot ensure that
a particular client will benefit from soft dollars or that the client’s transactions paid for
the soft dollar benefits. MCM does not seek to proportionately allocate benefits to
client accounts to any soft dollar benefits generated by the accounts.
A conflict of interest exists when MCM receives soft dollars which could result in higher
commissions charged to Clients. This conflict is mitigated by the fact that MCM has a
fiduciary responsibility to act in the best interest of its Clients and the services received
are beneficial to all Clients.
• Brokerage for Client Referrals
MCM does not receive client referrals from any custodian or third party in exchange for
using that broker-dealer or third party.
• Directed Brokerage
MCM does not allow directed brokerage accounts. Not all advisors require their clients
to direct brokerage.
Aggregating Securities Transactions for Client Accounts
MCM is authorized in its discretion to aggregate purchases and sales and other transactions
made for the account with purchases and sales and transactions in the same securities for
other Clients of MCM. All Clients participating in the aggregated order shall receive an
average share price, with all other transaction costs shared on a pro-rated basis. If
aggregation is not allowed or infeasible and individual transactions occur (e.g., withdrawal or
liquidation requests, odd-lot trades, etc.) an account may potentially be assessed higher
costs or less favorable prices than those where aggregation has occurred.
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Item 13: Review of Accounts
Schedule for Periodic Review of Client Accounts or Financial Plans and Advisory
Persons Involved
Account reviews are performed quarterly by the Chief Compliance Officer of MCM, Michael
Czajka. Account reviews are performed more frequently when market conditions dictate.
Reviews of Client accounts include, but are not limited to, a review of Client documented risk
tolerance, adherence to account objectives, investment time horizon, and suitability criteria,
reviewing target allocations of each asset class to identify if there is an opportunity for
rebalancing, and reviewing accounts for tax loss harvesting opportunities.
Financial plans generated are updated as requested by the Client and pursuant to a new or
amended agreement, MCM suggests updating at least annually.
Review of Client Accounts on a Non-Periodic Basis
Other conditions that may trigger a review of Clients’ accounts are changes in the tax laws,
new investment information, and changes in a Client’s own situation.
Content of Client-Provided Reports and Frequency
Clients receive written account statements no less than quarterly for managed accounts.
Account statements are issued by MCM’s custodian. Client receives confirmations of each
transaction in the account from the custodian and an additional statement during any month
in which a transaction occurs. Performance reports will be provided by MCM at least quarterly
to Clients with assets under management.
Item 14: Client Referrals and Other Compensation
Economic Benefits Provided to the Advisory Firm from External Sources and Conflicts
of Interest
MCM receives additional economic benefits from external sources as described above in
Item 12.
Advisory Firm Payments for Client Referrals
MCM does not compensate for Client referrals.
Item 15: Custody
Account Statements
All assets are held at qualified custodians, which means the custodians provide account
statements directly to Clients at their address of record at least quarterly. Clients are urged to
carefully compare the account statements received directly from their custodians to any
documentation or reports prepared by MCM.
MCM is deemed to have limited custody solely because advisory fees are directly deducted
from Client’s accounts by the custodian on behalf of MCM.
If MCM is authorized or permitted to deduct fees directly from the account by the custodian:
• MCM will provide the Client with an invoice concurrent to instructing the custodian to
deduct the fee, stating the amount of the fee, the formula used to calculate the fee, the
amount of assets under management the fee is based on, and the time period covered
by the fee;
• MCM will obtain written authorization signed by the Client allowing the fees to be
deducted; and
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• The Client will receive quarterly statements directly from the custodian, which disclose
the fees deducted.
MCM is also deemed to have limited custody due to its Third-Party Standing Letters of
Authorization (“SLOA”).
MCM and its qualified custodian meet the following seven (7) conditions in order to avoid
maintaining full custody and be subject to the surprise exam requirement:
1. The Client provides an instruction to the qualified custodian, in writing, that includes the
Client’s signature, the third party’s name, and either the third party’s address or the
third party’s account number at a custodian to which the transfer should be directed.
2. The Client authorizes MCM, in writing, either on the qualified custodian’s form or
separately, to direct transfers to the third party either on a specified schedule or from
time to time.
3. The Client’s qualified custodian performs appropriate verification of the instruction,
such as a signature review or other method to verify the Client’s authorization, and
provides a transfer of funds notice to the Client promptly after each transfer.
4. The Client has the ability to terminate or change the instruction to the Client’s qualified
custodian.
5. MCM has no authority or ability to designate or change the identity of the third party,
the address, or any other information about the third party contained in the Client’s
instruction.
6. MCM maintains records showing that the third party is not a related party nor located at
the same address as MCM.
7. The Client’s qualified custodian sends the Client, in writing, an initial notice confirming
the instruction and an annual notice reconfirming the instruction.
Item 16: Investment Discretion
Discretionary Authority for Trading
MCM requires discretionary authority to manage securities accounts on behalf of Clients.
MCM has the authority to determine, without obtaining specific Client consent, the securities
to be bought or sold, and the amount of the securities to be bought or sold. MCM's
discretionary authority is stated within the Investment Advisory Agreement.
MCM allows Clients to place certain restrictions, as outlined in the Client’s Investment Policy
Statement or similar document. These restrictions must be provided to MCM in writing.
The Client approves the custodian to be used and the commission rates paid to the
custodian. MCM does not receive any portion of the transaction fees or commissions paid by
the Client to the custodian.
Item 17: Voting Client Securities
Proxy Votes
MCM does not vote proxies on securities. Clients are expected to vote their own proxies. The
Client will receive their proxies directly from the custodian of their account or from a transfer
agent.
When assistance on voting proxies is requested, MCM will provide recommendations to the
Client. If a conflict of interest exists, it will be disclosed to the Client. If the Client requires
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assistance or has questions, they can reach out to the investment advisor representatives of
the firm at the contact information on the cover page of this document.
Item 18: Financial Information
Balance Sheet
A balance sheet is not required to be provided to Clients because MCM does not serve as a
custodian for Client funds or securities, and MCM does not require prepayment of fees of
more than $1200 per Client and six months or more in advance.
Financial Conditions Reasonably Likely to Impair Advisory Firm’s Ability to Meet
Commitments to Clients
MCM has no condition that is reasonably likely to impair our ability to meet contractual
commitments to our Clients.
Bankruptcy Petitions during the Past Ten Years
MCM has not had any bankruptcy petitions in the last ten years.
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Item 1 Cover Page
Supervised Person Brochure (Part 2B of Form ADV)
F O R M A D V P A R T 2 B
Michael P. Czajka
Office Address:
5 Great Valley Parkway, Suite 226
Malvern, PA 19355
Tel: 610-979-1462
Website: www.malverncap.com
Email: michael@malverncap.com
This brochure supplement provides information about Michael Czajka and supplements the
Malvern Capital Management, LLC brochure. You should have received a copy of that brochure.
Please contact Michael Czajka if you did not receive the brochure or if you have any questions
about the contents of this supplement.
A D D I T I O N A L I N F O R M A T I O N A B O U T M I C H A E L C Z A J K A ( C R D
# 1 5 2 9 1 3 7 ) I S A V A I L A B L E O N T H E S E C ’ S W E B S I T E A T
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Principal Executive Officer – Michael Czajka
• Year of birth: 1963
Item 2 - Educational Background and Business Experience
Educational Background:
• No formal education after high school.
Business Experience:
Malvern Capital Management, LLC:
• Managing Member, Chief Executive Officer, and Chief Compliance Officer;
March 1, 2019 through present
• Chief Executive Officer; January 2018 through February 28, 2019
Symons Capital Management, Inc.:
• Chief Executive Officer; April 2007 through December 2017
• President and Chief Executive Officer; April 2007 through March 2013
• Managing Director; August 2005 through April 2007
Fred Alger Management:
• Vice President of Institutional Marketing; November 2000 through August 2005
ADOC Vending Services:
• Chief Executive Officer and Founder; April 1998 through November 2000
Pilgram, Baxter & Associates:
• Vice President of Institutional Marketing; April 1997 through April 1998
Crabbe Huson Group:
• Vice President of Institutional Marketing; September 1995 through April 1997
Charles Schwab & Company:
• Regional Marketing Manager; November 1986 through August 1995
Item 3 - Disciplinary Information
A. Mr. Czajka has never been involved in a criminal or civil action in a domestic, foreign
or military court of competent jurisdiction for which he:
a. Was convicted of, or pled guilty or nolo contender (“no contest”) to (a) any
felony; (b) misdemeanor that involved investments or an investment-related
business, fraud, false statement, or omissions, wrongful taking of property,
bribery, perjury, counterfeiting, or extortion; or (c) a conspiracy to commit any
of these offenses;
b. Is the named subject of a pending criminal proceeding that involves an
investment-related business, fraud, false statements, or omissions, wrongful
taking of property, bribery, perjury, forgery, counterfeiting, extortion, or a
conspiracy to commit any of these offenses;
c. Was found to have been involved in a violation of an investment-related
statute or regulation; or
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d. Was the subject of any order, judgment, or decree permanently or temporarily
enjoining, or otherwise limiting, him from engaging in any investment-related
activity, or from violating any investment-related statute, rule, or order.
B. Mr. Czajka never had an administrative proceeding before the SEC, any other
federal regulatory agency, any state regulatory agency, or any foreign financial
regulatory authority in which he:
a. Was found to have caused an investment-related business to lose its
authorization to do business; or the subject of an order by the agency or
authority;
b. Was found to have been involved in a violation of an investment-related statute
or regulation, or was the subject of an order by the agency or authority
a. (a)denying, suspending, or revoking the authorization of the supervised
person to act in an investment-related business; (b) barring or suspending his
association with an investment-related business; (c) otherwise significantly
limiting his investment-related activities; or (d) imposing a civil money penalty
of more than $2,500 on him.
C. Mr. Czajka has never been the subject of a self-regulatory organization (SRO)
proceeding in which he:
a. Was found to have caused an investment-related business to lose its
authorization to do business; or
b. Was found to have been involved in a violation of the SRO’s rules and was:
(a) barred or suspended from membership or from association with other
members, or was expelled from membership; (b) otherwise significantly
limited from investment-related activities; or (c) fined more than $2,500.
D. Mr. Czajka has not been involved in any other hearing or formal adjudication in
which professional attainment, designation, or license of the supervised person was
revoked or suspended because of a violation of rules relating to professional
conduct.
Item 4 - Other Business Activities
Mr. Czajka does not engage in any outside business activities.
Item 5 – Additional Compensation
Mr. Czajka does not receive any performance-based fees and does not receive any
additional compensation for performing advisory services other than what is disclosed in
Item 5 of Part 2A.
Item 6 - Supervision
Since Mr. Czajka is the Chief Compliance Officer of MCM and as such he is solely
responsible for all supervision and formulation and monitoring of investment advice
offered to Clients. He will adhere to the policies and procedures as described in the
firm’s Compliance Manual. He can be reached at michael@malverncap.com or 610-
979-1462.
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Item 1 Cover Page
Supervised Person Brochure (Part 2B of Form ADV)
F O R M A D V P A R T 2 B
James L. Olsen, CFP®, CFA
Office Address:
5 Great Valley Parkway, Suite 226
Malvern, PA 19355
Tel: 610-979-1462
Website: www.malverncap.com
Email: jim@malverncap.com
This brochure supplement provides information about James Olsen and supplements
the Malvern Capital Management, LLC brochure. You should have received a copy of
that brochure. Please contact James Olsen if you did not receive the brochure or if you
have any questions about the contents of this supplement.
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Principal Executive Officer – James Lawrence Olsen, CFP®, CFA
• Year of birth: 1959
Item 2 - Educational Background and Business Experience
Educational Background:
• Temple University, MBA in finance, 1988
• Macalester College, BA in English, 1982
Professional Certifications
James Olsen has earned certifications and credentials that are required to be explained
in further detail.
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®)
I am certified for financial planning services in the United States by the Certified
Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (“CFP Board”). Therefore, I may refer to
myself as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional or a CFP® professional,
and I may use these and the CFP Board’s other certification marks (the “CFP Board
Certification Marks”). CFP® certification is voluntary. No federal or state law or
regulation requires financial planners to hold CFP® certification. You may find more
information about CFP® certification at www.cfp.net.
CFP® professionals have met the CFP Board’s high standards for education,
examination, experience, and ethics. To become a CFP® professional, an individual
must fulfill the following requirements:
• Education – Earn a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university
and complete CFP Board-approved coursework at a college or university through a CFP
Board Registered Program. The coursework covers the financial planning subject areas
CFP Board has determined are necessary for the competent and professional delivery of
financial planning services, as well as a comprehensive financial plan development
capstone course. A candidate may satisfy some of the coursework requirements through
other qualifying credentials.
• Examination – Pass
the comprehensive CFP® Certification Examination. The
examination is designed to assess an individual’s ability to integrate and apply a broad
base of financial planning knowledge in the context of real-life financial planning
situations.
• Experience – Complete 6,000 hours of professional experience related to the personal
financial planning process, or 4,000 hours of apprenticeship experience that meets
additional requirements.
• Ethics – Satisfy the Fitness Standards for Candidates for CFP® Certification and Former
CFP® Professionals Seeking Reinstatement and agree to be bound by CFP Board’s
Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct (“Code and Standards”), which sets forth the
ethical and practice standards for CFP® professionals.
Individuals who become certified must complete the following ongoing education and
ethics requirements to remain certified and maintain the right to continue to use the CFP
Board Certification Marks:
• Ethics – Commit to complying with CFP Board’s Code and Standards. This includes a
commitment to CFP Board, as part of the certification, to act as a fiduciary, and
therefore, act in the best interests of the client, always when providing financial advice
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and financial planning. CFP Board may sanction a CFP® professional who does not
abide by this commitment, but CFP Board does not guarantee a CFP® professional's
services. A client who seeks a similar commitment should obtain a written engagement
that includes a fiduciary obligation to the client.
• Continuing Education – Complete 30 hours of continuing education hours every two
years to maintain competence, demonstrate specified levels of knowledge, skills, and
abilities, and keep up with developments in financial planning. Two of the hours must
address the Code and Standards.
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA): Chartered Financial Analysts designation is
awarded by the CFA Institute. CFA certification requirements:
• Hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or have equivalent
educational or work experience.
• Successful completion of all three exam levels of the CFA Program.
• Have 48 months of acceptable professional work experience in the investment
decision-making process.
• Fulfill society requirements, which vary by society. Unless you are upgrading
from an affiliate membership, all societies require two sponsor statements as part
of each application; these are submitted online by your sponsors.
• Agree to adhere to and sign the Member's Agreement, a Professional Conduct
Statement, and any additional documentation requested by CFA Institute.
Business Experience:
Malvern Capital Management, LLC:
• Managing Member, President, & Chief Investment Officer; April 2018 through
present
OneSource Retirement Advisors:
• Chief Investment Officer; May 2016 through March 2018
First Niagara Bank (formerly Harleysville National Bank):
• Chief Market Strategist; April 2010 through May 2016
• Director of research; September 2008 through April 2010
• Portfolio Manager; November 2006 through September 2008
Smart Financial Advisors:
• Director of Financial Planning; February 2005 through August 2006
Radnor Financial Advisors:
• Vice President and Sr Financial Consultant; January 1993 through February 2005
• Financial Analyst; October 1989 through January 1993
Item 3 - Disciplinary Information
E. Mr. Olsen has never been involved in a criminal or civil action in a domestic, foreign,
or military court of competent jurisdiction for which he:
e. Was convicted of, or pled guilty or nolo contender (“no contest”) to (a) any
felony; (b) misdemeanor that involved investments or an investment-related
business, fraud, false statement, or omissions, wrongful taking of property,
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bribery, perjury, counterfeiting, or extortion; or (c) a conspiracy to commit any
of these offenses;
f.
Is the named subject of a pending criminal proceeding that involves an
investment-related business, fraud, false statements or omissions, wrongful
taking of property, bribery, perjury, forgery, counterfeiting, extortion, or a
conspiracy to commit any of these offenses;
g. Was found to have been involved in a violation of an investment-related
statute or regulation; or
h. Was the subject of any order, judgment, or decree permanently or temporarily
enjoining, or otherwise limiting, him from engaging in any investment-related
activity, or from violating any investment-related statute, rule, or order.
F. Mr. Olsen never had an administrative proceeding before the SEC, any other federal
regulatory agency, any state regulatory agency, or any foreign financial regulatory
authority in which he:
c. Was found to have caused an investment-related business to lose its
authorization to do business, or the subject of an order by the agency or
authority;
d. Was found to have been involved in a violation of an investment-related statute
or regulation or was the subject of an order by the agency or authority
a. (a)denying, suspending, or revoking the authorization of the supervised
person to act in an investment-related business; (b) barring or suspending his
association with an investment-related business; (c) otherwise significantly
limiting his investment-related activities; or (d) imposing a civil money penalty
of more than $2,500 on him.
G. Mr. Olsen has never been the subject of a self-regulatory organization (SRO)
proceeding in which he:
c. Was found to have caused an investment-related business to lose its
authorization to do business; or
d. Was found to have been involved in a violation of the SRO’s rules and was:
(a) barred or suspended from membership or from association with other
members, or was expelled from membership; (b) otherwise significantly
limited from investment-related activities; or (c) fined more than $2,500.
H. Mr. Olsen has not been involved in any other hearing or formal adjudication in which
professional attainment, designation, or license of the supervised person was
revoked or suspended because of a violation of rules relating to professional
conduct.
Item 4 - Other Business Activities
Mr. Olsen is the treasurer for the Kenworth Open Space Association, a community
homeowners' association. This activity accounts for less than 1% of his time, and he is
not compensated for this role. This role is not a conflict of interest as it does not involve
clients.
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Item 5 - Additional Compensation
Mr. Olsen does not receive any performance-based fees and does not receive any
additional compensation for performing advisory services other than what is disclosed in
Item 5 of Part 2A.
Item 6 - Supervision
Since Mr. Olsen is supervised by Michael Czajka, Chief Compliance Officer of MCM.
Mr. Czajka reviews Mr. Olsen’s work through client account reviews, quarterly personal
transaction reports, as well as face-to-face and phone interactions. Mr. Czajka can be
reached at Michel P. Czajka or 610-979-1462.
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Item 1 Cover Page
Supervised Person Brochure (Part 2B of Form ADV)
F O R M A D V P A R T 2 B
Louis J. Iovannone Jr., CIMA
Office Address:
5 Great Valley Parkway, Suite 226
Malvern, PA 19355
Tel: 610-979-1462
Website: www.malverncap.com
Email: lou@malverncap.com
This brochure supplement provides information about Louis J. Iovannone Jr. and supplements
the Malvern Capital Management, LLC brochure. You should have received a copy of that
brochure. Please contact Louis J. Iovannone Jr. if you did not receive the brochure or if you have
any questions about the contents of this supplement.
A D D I T I O N A L I N F O R M A T I O N A B O U T L O U I S I O V A N N O N E J R . ( C R D
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Supervised Person – Louis J. Iovannone Jr., CIMA
• Year of birth: 1956
Item 2 - Educational Background and Business Experience
Educational Background:
• University of Pennsylvania/The Wharton School; Bachelor of Arts in Marketing;
1986
Professional Certifications
Louis J. Iovannone Jr. has earned certifications and credentials that are required to be
explained in further detail.
Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA): Issued by the Investments & Wealth
Institute. CIMA designations requirements:
• Prerequisites
o Three years of financial services experience; and
o A satisfactory record of ethical conduct, as determined by the Investments &
Wealth Institute Admissions Committee.
• Education Requirements
o Educational component offered by one of the approved Registered Education
o
Providers.
In-class program at The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, or
online through Yale School of Management.
• Continuing Education Requirements
o 40 hours every two years
Business Experience
Malvern Capital Management, LLC:
• Executive Vice President; August, 2019 through present
Symons Capital Management, Inc.:
• President; April 2013 through May 2019
Manchester Advisors/BPAS- HB&T:
• Senior Vice President; July 1999 through April 2013
Item 3 - Disciplinary Information
I. Mr. Iovannone has never been involved in a criminal or civil action in a domestic,
foreign, or military court of competent jurisdiction for which he:
i. Was convicted of, or pled guilty or nolo contender (“no contest”) to (a) any
felony; (b) misdemeanor that involved investments or an investment-related
business, fraud, false statement, or omissions, wrongful taking of property,
bribery, perjury, counterfeiting, or extortion; or (c) a conspiracy to commit any
of these offenses;
j.
Is the named subject of a pending criminal proceeding that involves an
investment-related business, fraud, false statements, or omissions, wrongful
taking of property, bribery, perjury, forgery, counterfeiting, extortion, or a
conspiracy to commit any of these offenses;
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k. Was found to have been involved in a violation of an investment-related
statute or regulation; or
l. Was the subject of any order, judgment, or decree permanently or temporarily
enjoining, or otherwise limiting, him from engaging in any investment-related
activity, or from violating any investment-related statute, rule, or order.
J. Mr. Iovannone never had an administrative proceeding before the SEC, any other
federal regulatory agency, any state regulatory agency, or any foreign financial
regulatory authority in which he:
e. Was found to have caused an investment-related business to lose its
authorization to do business; or the subject of an order by the agency or
authority;
f. Was found to have been involved in a violation of an investment-related statute
or regulation or was the subject of an order by the agency or authority
a. (a)denying, suspending, or revoking the authorization of the supervised
person to act in an investment-related business; (b) barring or suspending his
association with an investment-related business; (c) otherwise significantly
limiting his investment-related activities; or (d) imposing a civil money penalty
of more than $2,500 on him.
K. Mr. Iovannone has never been the subject of a self-regulatory organization (SRO)
proceeding in which he:
e. Was found to have caused an investment-related business to lose its
authorization to do business; or
f. Was found to have been involved in a violation of the SRO’s rules and was:
(a) barred or suspended from membership or association with other
members, or was expelled from membership; (b) otherwise significantly
limited from investment-related activities; or (c) fined more than $2,500.
L. Mr. Iovannone has not been involved in any other hearing or formal adjudication in
which professional attainment, designation, or license of the supervised person was
revoked or suspended because of a violation of rules relating to professional
conduct.
Item 4 - Other Business Activities
Mr. Iovannone is a Committee Member of the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer
Center (SKCCC) Advocacy Council. The mission is to promote the awareness of
Jefferson South Jersey’s ability to provide quality cancer care on its Southern New
Jersey campuses for residents of Southern New Jersey.
Item 5 - Additional Compensation
Mr. Iovannone does not receive any performance-based fees and does not receive any
additional compensation for performing advisory services other than what is disclosed in
Item 5 of Part 2A.
Item 6 - Supervision
Mr. Iovannone is supervised by Michael Czajka, Chief Compliance Officer of MCM. Mr.
Czajka reviews Mr. Iovannone’s work through client account reviews, quarterly personal
transaction reports, as well as face-to-face and phone interactions. Mr. Czajka can be
reached at michael@malverncap.com or 610-979-1462.
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Item 1 Cover Page
Supervised Person Brochure (Part 2B of Form ADV)
F O R M A D V P A R T 2 B
John W. Eisele
Office Address:
5 Great Valley Parkway, Suite 226
Malvern, PA 19355
Tel: 610-979-1462
Website: www.malverncap.com
Email: John@malverncap.com
This brochure supplement provides information about John W. Eisele and
supplements the Malvern Capital Management, LLC brochure. You should have
received a copy of that brochure. Please contact John W. Eisele if you did not
receive the brochure or if you have any questions about the contents of this
supplement.
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# 7 6 5 1 9 ) I S A V A I L A B L E O N T H E S E C ’ S W E B S I T E A T
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Supervised Person – John W. Eisele
• Year of birth: 1941
Item 2 - Educational Background and Business Experience
Educational Background:
• UCLA; Bachelor of Arts – Political Science; 1963
Business Experience
Malvern Capital Management, LLC:
Investment Advisor Representative; August, 2024 through present
•
LPL Financial LLC:
Investment Advisor Representative; June 2013 through August 2024
•
• Registered Representative; June 2013 through August 2024
First Cornerstone Bank
• Vice President; June 2013 through May 2016
Item 3 - Disciplinary Information
M. Mr. Eisle has never been involved in a criminal or civil action in a domestic, foreign
or military court of competent jurisdiction for which he:
m. Was convicted of, or pled guilty or nolo contender (“no contest”) to (a) any
felony; (b) misdemeanor that involved investments or an investment-related
business, fraud, false statement or omissions, wrongful taking of property,
bribery, perjury, counterfeiting, or extortion; or (c) a conspiracy to commit any
of these offenses;
n. Is the named subject of a pending criminal proceeding that involves an
investment-related business, fraud, false statements or omissions, wrongful
taking of property, bribery, perjury, forgery, counterfeiting, extortion, or a
conspiracy to commit any of these offenses;
o. Was found to have been involved in a violation of an investment-related
statute or regulation; or
p. Was the subject of any order, judgement or decree permanently or
temporarily enjoining, or otherwise limiting, him from engaging in any
investment related activity, or from violating any investment-related statute,
rule, or order.
N. Mr. Eisle never had an administrative proceeding before the SEC, any other federal
regulatory agency, any state regulatory agency, or any foreign financial regulatory
authority in which he:
g. Was found to have caused an investment-related business to lose its
authorization to do business; or the subject of an order by the agency or
authority;
h. Was found to have been involved in a violation of an investment-related statute
or regulation or was the subject of an order by the agency or authority
a. (a)denying, suspending or revoking the authorization of the supervised
person to act in an investment-related business; (b) barring or suspending his
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association with an investment-related business; (c) otherwise significantly
limiting his investment-related activities; or (d) imposing a civil money penalty
of more than $2,500 on him.
O. Mr. Eisle has never been the subject of a self-regulatory organization (SRO)
proceeding in which he:
g. Was found to have caused an investment-related business to lose its
authorization to do business; or
h. Was found to have been involved in a violation of the SRO’s rules and was:
(a) barred or suspended from membership or from association with other
members, or was expelled from membership; (b) otherwise significantly
limited from investment-related activities; or (c) fined more than $2,500.
P. Mr. Eisle has not been involved in any other hearing or formal adjudication in which
a professional attainment, designation, or license of the supervised person was
revoked or suspended because of a violation of rules relating to professional
conduct.
Item 4 - Other Business Activities
Mr. Eisle has no outside business activities at this time.
Item 5 - Additional Compensation
Mr. Eisle does not receive any additional compensation or any performance-based fees.
Item 6 - Supervision
Since Mr. Eisle is supervised by Michael Czajka, Chief Compliance Officer of MCM. Mr.
Czajka reviews Mr. Eisle’s work through client account reviews, quarterly personal
transaction reports, as well as face-to-face and phone interactions. Mr. Czajka can be
reached at michael@malverncap.com or 610-979-1462.
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