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Firm Brochure
(Part 2A of Form ADV)
MeadowBrook Investment Advisors
17199 N. Laurel Park Drive, Suite # 311
Livonia, Michigan 48152
Phone: 734-953-8688
Website: www.meadowbrook-advisors.com
EMAIL: rdoyle@meadowbrook-advisors.com
This brochure provides information about the qualifications and business
practices of MEADOWBROOK INVESTMENT ADVISORS, LLC. If you
have any questions about the contents of this brochure, please contact us
by phone at 734-953-8688 or email at
rdoyle@meadowbrook-
advisors.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.
We are a registered investment adviser. Registration of an adviser does
not imply any level of skill or training.
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Material Changes
Annual Update
The Material Changes section of this brochure will be updated annually or
when material changes occur since the previous annual update of the Firm’s
Brochure. Pursuant to SEC rules, we will ensure that you receive a summary
of any material changes to this and subsequent brochures within 120 days of
the close of our fiscal year. We may also provide other ongoing disclosure
information about material changes as necessary.
The following material changes have occurred since our last annual update
on January 20,2025:
No material changes
Full Brochure Available
Whenever you would like to receive a complimentary copy of our Firm
Brochure, please contact us by telephone at: 734-953-8688 or by email at:
rdoyle@meadowbrook-advisors.com.
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Table of Contents
Material Changes............................................................................................................ i
Annual Update ............................................................................................................ i
Full Brochure Available ............................................................................................... i
Advisory Business ........................................................................................................ 1
Firm Description ......................................................................................................... 1
Principal Owners ........................................................................................................ 1
Types of Advisory Services ........................................................................................ 1
Tailored Relationships ............................................................................................... 1
Investment Management Agreement ......................................................................... 2
Fees and Compensation ............................................................................................... 2
Description ................................................................................................................. 2
Other Fees ................................................................................................................. 3
Expense Ratios .......................................................................................................... 3
Termination of Agreement ......................................................................................... 3
Performance-Based Fees ............................................................................................. 3
Sharing of Capital Gains ............................................................................................ 3
Types of Clients............................................................................................................. 3
Description ................................................................................................................. 3
Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies and Risk of Loss ................................. 4
Methods of Analysis ................................................................................................... 4
Investment Strategies ................................................................................................ 4
Risk of Loss ............................................................................................................... 5
Disciplinary Information ............................................................................................... 6
Legal and Disciplinary ................................................................................................ 6
Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations ................................................... 7
Financial Industry Activities ........................................................................................ 7
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Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions and Personal
Trading ........................................................................................................................... 7
Code of Ethics............................................................................................................ 7
Participation or Interest in Client Transactions ........................................................... 8
Personal Trading........................................................................................................ 8
Brokerage Practices ...................................................................................................... 9
Selecting Brokerage Firms ......................................................................................... 9
Best Execution ........................................................................................................... 9
Soft Dollars .............................................................................................................. 10
Order Aggregation ................................................................................................... 10
Review of Accounts .................................................................................................... 10
Periodic Reviews ..................................................................................................... 10
Review Triggers ....................................................................................................... 11
Regular Reports ....................................................................................................... 11
Client Referrals and Other Compensation ................................................................ 11
Referrals .................................................................................................................. 11
Other Compensation ................................................................................................ 11
Custody ........................................................................................................................ 11
Account Statements ................................................................................................. 11
Investment Discretion ................................................................................................. 12
Discretionary Authority for Trading ........................................................................... 12
Voting Client Securities .............................................................................................. 12
Proxy Votes ............................................................................................................. 12
Financial Information .................................................................................................. 13
Financial Condition .................................................................................................. 13
Information Security Program .................................................................................... 13
Information Security ................................................................................................. 13
Brochure Supplement (Part 2B of Form ADV) ............................................................ 1
George F. Abel........................................................................................................... 2
Ronald L. Doyle, CFA ................................................................................................ 2
Robert T. Grabowski .................................................................................................. 2
Dale B. Embry ............................................................................................................ 2
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MeadowBrook Investment Advisors
Advisory Business
Firm Description
MEADOWBROOK INVESTMENT ADVISORS, LLC (“MeadowBrook”) is an
employee owned, SEC regulated, Registered Investment Advisor started in
1999. The firm was formed by George Abel, Dale Embry, Robert Grabowski,
and Ronald Doyle, all former senior professionals with NBD and First Chicago
Investment Management Company. MeadowBrook’s investment
professionals have more than 160 years of combined investment
management experience. Included in that experience is the management of a
large investment organization as well as the management of major business
segments including equity research, equity fund management, fixed income
fund management and institutional portfolio management. We all have
experience in a variety of investment disciplines and a history of
accomplishment and excellence in customer service. The firm has strong
competency in the management of individually invested separate accounts for
Balanced, Core Equity, Income Equity, Small/Mid Cap Equity and Fixed
Income investments for high net worth individuals and select institutional
accounts. MeadowBrook believes that long-term investment success results
from the application of a consistent, disciplined and systematic process.
Principal Owners
MeadowBrook is 100% employee owned. George F. Abel is a 29.4%
member. Dale B. Embry is a 35.3% member. Ronald L. Doyle is a 35.3%
member.
Types of Advisory Services
MeadowBrook offers comprehensive investment advice regarding asset mix,
investment style mix and individual security selection to an array of clients
including; individuals, trusts, foundations and charitable organizations.
Investment advice is provided to our clients through direct consultations,
verbal and written communications and periodic correspondence on relevant
matters and events which may impact the financial markets.
Tailored Relationships
Each account is individually tailored to meet the distinct needs and risk
tolerance of each client. Therefore, asset allocation and style allocations are
unique to each client. Within the various styles, individual security selection is
managed to be as similar as possible in the absence of client restrictions. For
taxable clients, significant consideration will be given to tax consequences
and efforts will be made to achieve favorable after-tax returns.
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We begin the investment process by developing client specific investment
guidelines or reviewing the current guidelines to make sure they are complete
and consistent with the client’s current risk profile. The investor’s profile,
combined with long-term capital market risk return relationships, is used to
determine each client’s appropriate mix of stocks, bond and cash.
MeadowBrook manages each portfolio to the target mix. Strategic deviations
occur within a reasonable range as asset classes meaningfully outperform
and underperform one another. Also, at every client meeting we discuss the
guidelines to see if there are any client driven or market reasons to modify the
targets.
Investment Management Agreement
MeadowBrook’s Investment Management Agreement is entered into by the
client, allowing MeadowBrook to manage their assets so long as such
investment activities are in accordance with the established investment
guidelines.
As of December 31, 2025, MeadowBrook had approximately $185 million in
assets under management for 64 client relationships, managed on a
discretionary basis.
Fees and Compensation
Description
MeadowBrook utilizes an asset based fee structure. Fees are prepaid for the
next quarter and are based on the designated assets under management
established on the last day of the middle month of each calendar quarter
(February, May, August and November). Invoices will generally be mailed by
the 15th of the following month and fees will be collected by the custodian
from the designated account(s) during the first business week of each new
quarter.
Invoices are based on the following fee schedule:
Balanced & Equity Fee Schedule:
1.25% on the first $500,000
0.70% on the next $2,500,000
0.50% on the next $7,000,000
Over $10,000,000 Negotiated
In selected cases, the asset based fee structure may be negotiable.
No client will have prepaid fees of more than one calendar quarter.
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Other Fees
Each time we transact in a client’s account, the broker may charge a
commission to the investor. At Schwab, where the majority of our trades
occur, the current commission rate is zero if not a mutual fund. Trading costs
have continually declined and now typically represent virtually zero expense
for our clients. The cost of trades done with brokers other than Schwab is
typically 5-6 cents per share. Furthermore, there is an additional cost to settle
the trades at Schwab. In addition to commissions, a small SEC fee is
charged to all sales. All trading costs are disclosed on the client’s trade
confirmation that is provided by the Custodian. See the Brokerage Practices
section for additional information.
Expense Ratios
The majority of our assets under management are in individual securities
however when we use mutual funds or exchange-traded funds (ETFs), the
investor is paying an imbedded fee in addition to our management fee. The
most common use is money market funds, used for cash reserves and as
sweep vehicles for dividends, interest payments, sales and purchases and
disbursements. When choosing a mutual fund or ETF we consider internal
management fee levels as part of our overall evaluation, although it may not
be the deciding factor. Purchases and sells of ETFs also incur transaction
costs similar to individual securities transactions.
Termination of Agreement
If a client terminates their agreement with MeadowBrook, prepaid fees will be
refunded to the client on a pro rata basis subject to the 30 day written notice.
Performance-Based Fees
Sharing of Capital Gains
MeadowBrook does not use a performance-based fee structure.
Types of Clients
Description
MeadowBrook offers investment advice to individuals, trusts, foundations and
charitable organizations.
The minimum relationship is generally $250,000 of assets under
management. Exceptions to this minimum relationship amount are
considered on a selected basis.
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Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies and Risk
of Loss
Methods of Analysis
Equities:
MeadowBrook employs a research driven investment approach emphasizing
strong fundamentals, reasonable value and portfolio risk control.
Fundamental analysis includes evaluating a potential investment’s growth
prospects, competitive position, strategy and the likelihood of success in
implementing that strategy. Valuation analysis includes a variety of relative
and absolute valuation techniques. Portfolio risk control centers on
diversification, paying particular attention to broad sector weightings. We also
continuously monitor all holding, evaluating developments relative to our
expectations. Stocks holdings are reduced or eliminated either as they reach
our estimate of full value or due to changes in the fundamental outlook.
Our overall goal is to build a portfolio with above average fundamental
characteristics, attractive value measures and controlled overall risk
exposure.
Fixed Income:
MeadowBrook analyzes the finances of municipalities and corporations
available through a number of reliable publications as well as direct contact
with the issuer of the securities. These publications include municipal and
corporate rating services, prospectuses, official statements and company
related news.
Risk is managed through high quality standards and broad diversification in
direct and overlapping debt of municipalities and minimal concentrations in
the corporate sector.
Investment Strategies
Equity:
Core Equity-consists primarily of high quality, large, domestically based
companies. Portfolio turnover is low.
Small/Mid- consists primarily of higher quality smaller and mid-sized,
domestically based companies. Portfolio turnover is moderate.
International Equity- Consists primarily of exchange traded funds (ETFs)
offering broad diversification among geographic regions.
Specialty Styles- focusing on high growth or income utilizing individual stocks
or ETFs.
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Fixed Income:
Portfolio construction is based on each client’s needs and risk tolerance. For
taxable clients, significant consideration is given to tax consequences and
efforts are made to achieve solid after-tax returns.
Assets are invested in investment grade securities (BBB or better) with an
average rating of at least A. Maturity structures are based on client needs.
Risk of Loss
All investment programs have certain risks that are borne by the investor.
Our investment approach constantly keeps the risk of loss in mind. Investors
face the following investment risks:
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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.
• Market Risk: 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.
•
Inflation Risk: When any type of inflation is present, a dollar next year
will not buy as much as a dollar today, because purchasing power is
eroding at the rate of inflation.
• Currency Risk: Overseas investments are subject to fluctuations in the
value of the dollar against the currency of the investment’s originating
country. This is also referred to as exchange rate risk.
• Reinvestment Risk: This is the risk that future proceeds from
investments may have to be reinvested at a potentially lower rate of
return (i.e. interest rate). This primarily relates to fixed income
securities.
• Business Risk: These risks are associated with a particular industry or
a particular company within an industry. For example, oil-drilling
companies depend on finding oil and then refining it, a lengthy
process, before they can generate a profit. They carry a higher risk of
profitability than an electric company, which generates its income from
a steady stream of customers who buy electricity no matter what the
economic environment is like.
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• Liquidity Risk: Liquidity is the ability to readily convert an investment
into cash. Generally, assets are more liquid if many traders are
interested in a standardized product. For example, Treasury Bills are
highly liquid, while real estate properties are not.
• Financial Risk: Excessive borrowing to finance a business’ operations
increases the risk of profitability, because the company must meet the
terms of its obligations in good times and bad. During periods of
financial stress, the inability to meet loan obligations may result in
bankruptcy and/or a declining market value.
Disciplinary Information
Legal and Disciplinary
In July 2017, MeadowBrook received two inquiries from the State of Michigan,
Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Corporations, Securities and
Commercial Licensing Bureau (the “Bureau”) asking why MeadowBrook, an
investment adviser registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission,
had not submitted a “notice filing” to the State of Michigan with respect to
such registration. Additionally and separately, the Bureau inquired as to why
George F. Abel, Dale B. Embry, Robert T. Grabowski and Ronald L. Doyle
were not registered as investment adviser representatives in compliance with
a law that went into effect in 2009.
After a thorough review, MeadowBrook determined that it needed to notice
file with the State of Michigan, and promptly did so. The failure to notice file
was purely an oversight on the part of MeadowBrook. MeadowBrook also
determined that Mr. Embry was indeed acting as an investment adviser
representative for MeadowBrook and needed to be registered in compliance
with the Michigan Uniform Securities Act. MeadowBrook and Mr. Embry
promptly began the registration process and Mr. Embry subsequently passed
the series 65 exam as required for approval as an investment adviser
representative with the State of Michigan. During this period, the Bureau
accepted MeadowBrook’s position that Messrs. Abel, Grabowski and Doyle
were exempt from registration as investment adviser representatives with the
State of Michigan.
On October 17, 2017, the Bureau issued separate cease and desist orders to
MeadowBrook and Mr. Embry. The order with respect to Mr. Embry was
limited to the failure of MeadowBrook to alert Mr. Embry of his obligation to
register as an investment adviser representative in the State of Michigan. The
order with respect to MeadowBrook involved Mr. Embry’s lack of registration
as an investment adviser representative, as well as MeadowBrook’s failure to
file the required notice filings to the State of Michigan with respect to the
firm’s registration as an investment adviser with the Commission. In
complying with State of Michigan requirements on investment adviser
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representative registration, MeadowBrook made a mistake involving Mr.
Embry. Historically, the State of Michigan did not require the registration and
licensing of investment adviser representatives. When that changed in 2009,
regrettably MeadowBrook was unaware of it. As a result of MeadowBrook’s
mistake, the Bureau imposed a civil fine of $10,000.00 against Mr. Embry as
an individual and $10,000.00 against MeadowBrook as a firm. MeadowBrook
paid both of these fines. MeadowBrook also failed to recognize that a notice
filing to the State of Michigan was required. As a result of this oversight, the
Bureau imposed a civil fine of $10,000.00 against the firm. MeadowBrook
paid the fine. The total fines of $30,000.00 was paid by MeadowBrook on
November 9, 2017. The Bureau issued the final orders on November 27,
2017 and Mr. Embry became registered as an investment adviser
representative with the State of Michigan on December 5, 2017.
MeadowBrook has always prided itself on acting with integrity, honesty and in
our clients’ best interests. Clearly we made a mistake in being unaware of the
change in the law but quickly addressed and corrected this deficiency and put
procedures into place so that it will never happen again.
Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations
Financial Industry Activities
MeadowBrook is not involved in or affiliated with any securities broker-dealer,
futures commission merchant, commodity pool operator or commodity trading
advisor.
Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client
Transactions and Personal Trading
Code of Ethics
MeadowBrook has adopted a Code of Ethics in compliance with the
Securities and Exchange Commission rule 204A-1 under the Advisers Act to
require registered investment advisers to adopt such rules. The code sets
forth standards of conduct expected by advisory personnel and address
conflicts that arise from personal trading by advisory personnel.
A copy of MeadowBrook’s Code of Ethics is available upon request.
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Participation or Interest in Client Transactions
MeadowBrook believes that there are many benefits to having the assets of
MeadowBrook’s members and the assets of MeadowBrook’s clients managed
similarly. MeadowBrook’s policies allow these benefits to be realized without
conflicts of interest. Furthermore, assets held in client’s account are widely-
held, liquid, publicly-traded securities
Clients are annually made aware that MeadowBrook’s members and the
client’s portfolios are investing in similar securities and investment strategies.
Below is a copy of our personal trading policy regarding such transactions.
Personal Trading
We strongly encourage each member to maintain his or her personal
investment assets with Schwab. Currently virtually all our members’
investment assets are custodied at Schwab and managed by MeadowBrook
and therefore are available for review on a daily basis by a managing
member. In addition, shadow accounts of outside custodied accounts are
maintained on MeadowBrook’s accounting system. Furthermore, we strongly
encourage members to invest in our styles as closely as their personal
circumstances permit. We feel this is a huge advantage to our clients as we
are taking a personal stake in the very same securities, and therefore the
decision-making process, as they are. We feel we have put into place
adequate controls to assure that at no time a client is disadvantaged to the
benefit of a member.
To assure we adhere to these principles the following reviews occur:
o A trade blotter of all trades is reviewed by a managing member and the
head of portfolio management on at least a monthly basis and available to
all members as a formal notification.
o Members will be notified of all other members’ transactions in accounts
held outside Schwab or for transactions in securities not currently used in
our client portfolios via the weekly trade blotter. Furthermore, no member
can participate in an IPO or a private placement that is not also being
purchased for clients, without prior approval.
the managing member runs
o Annually
inventories and reviews all
members’ accounts. Also, members are required to provide broker
statements for any outside accounts on a quarterly basis.
MeadowBrook’s members’ risk profiles may be more aggressive than our
typical client. Therefore, members may purchase securities or invest in styles
in their personal accounts that are not held in our model portfolios.
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Brokerage Practices
Selecting Brokerage Firms
MeadowBrook recommends that clients establish brokerage accounts with
the Schwab Institutional division of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (Schwab), a
registered broker-dealer, member SIPC, to maintain custody of clients’ assets
and to effect trades for their accounts. MeadowBrook is independently owned
and operated and not affiliated with Schwab. Schwab provides MeadowBrook
with access to its institutional trading and custody services, which are typically
not available to Schwab retail investors. Schwab’s services include
brokerage, custody, research, and access to mutual funds and other
investments that are otherwise generally available only to institutional
investors or would require a significantly higher minimum initial investment.
MeadowBrook also uses other broker-dealer firms, which are internally
approved, for equity and fixed income trades.
Schwab does not charge a separate custody fee for MeadowBrook clients
however, Schwab is compensated by account holders through transaction-
related fees for some securities trades that are executed through Schwab or
that settle into Schwab accounts. In addition, Schwab receives fees on assets
held in Schwab managed funds and sweep vehicles. MeadowBrook receives
no referral fees from Schwab of any other broker.
Best Execution
Meadowbrook seeks to complete trades at competitive commission rates
subject to “best execution” parameters and subject to the Safe Harbor
provisions of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934.
Best execution shall be defined as the clients’ most favorable outcome under
the circumstances of a particular transaction. Meadowbrook will consider the
full range and quality of a broker/dealer’s services including but not limited to,
the value of research provided, execution capabilities, commission rate,
financial condition and business responsibility, responsiveness and prior
experience with the advisor and custodial fees charged on prime broker
trades.
Meadowbrook has adopted an annual review process to evaluate
broker/dealers currently used or contemplated for use to qualify
broker/dealers as appropriate to execute client trades.
Additionally, Meadowbrook has implemented a post trade review process
to periodically evaluate the quality of execution received. This review will
consist of trade time, price, type of trade parameters, bid/ask spread, whether
the trade was executed as expected and, if not, the results of follow-up with
the broker/dealer.
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Soft Dollars
Soft dollar arrangements must be approved by the firm’s members.
MeadowBrook occasionally receives other products and services other than
execution services from various broker-dealers in connection with client
securities transactions. These products and services primarily relate to
research services including company research reports. These products and
services are not dependent on any explicit or implicit agreement between
MeadowBrook and the broker-dealer regarding the level of business. These
“prime broker” trades are most commonly done in our fixed income portfolios
where we often seek a market maker with the expectation of receiving better
execution (price). However, the commission rate may sometimes be higher
than what can be obtained through an “execution only” broker. Schwab
charges an additional fee to settle the trades done at other ’‘prime brokers”,
typically $15 per trade, per account.
Order Aggregation
Most investment driven trades (as opposed to account circumstance trades)
are done as block or bunched trades across all accounts by custodian, and
are allocated with the exact same purchase or sale price (commission costs
may vary depending on account size). We seek to avoid partial execution of
blocks but should that occur, the allocation is done on a pro rata basis in
accordance with our Equity Trading and Allocation policy (available upon
request).
Review of Accounts
Periodic Reviews
Continuous Review: Each account is assigned to an account portfolio
manager who regularly reviews the account with regard to investment
opportunities, appropriateness of current holdings, management of cash flows
and execution of transactions that meet the client's individual needs. A
transaction that meets approved criteria is initiated at the discretion of the
account portfolio manager or his designee. Portfolio management oversight is
provided by Dale Embry, the Director of Portfolio Management.
Periodic Reviews: At least annually, individual securities that are held in client
accounts but are not held in our various equity styles are reviewed and,
unless client situations dictate otherwise, a plan is developed to reduce or
eliminate the holdings.
Securities Review: Individual securities are continuously reviewed by a
designated professional. When such professional changes MeadowBrook’s
outlook and opinion for a security, all accounts holding that security are
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reviewed. Equity securities oversight is performed by Ronald Doyle. Fixed
Income securities are reviewed by Robert Grabowski.
Review Triggers
Other conditions that may trigger a review are changes in the tax laws, new
investment information, and changes in a client's own situation.
Regular Reports
Clients will receive, directly from their custodian, reports on their account
holdings and activity on a monthly basis. Clients are encouraged to compare
the statements generated by the custodian to information provided by
MeadowBrook.
Client Referrals and Other Compensation
Referrals
Past referrals from individuals familiar with MeadowBrook and our
professionals have proven useful in exposing the firm to prospective clients
and in identifying prospects that are well suited for our services and
capabilities. On an extremely limited basis, MeadowBrook has paid referral
fees to recognize that value. Importantly, any referral amount paid is a direct
expense of MeadowBrook and not the prospective client and does not impact
how the prospective client is serviced or charged. Furthermore, all referral
arrangements are disclosed to the prospective client in writing prior to any
account relationship being established and signed acknowledgements are
kept on file at MeadowBrook.
MeadowBrook does not accept referral fees or any form of remuneration from
other professionals, i.e., estate planning attorneys, accountants, brokers, etc.,
when a prospect or client is referred to them.
Other Compensation
MeadowBrook receives no other compensation other than the asset based
fee structure discussed above.
Custody
Account Statements
Clients will receive, directly from their custodian, monthly reports on their
account holdings and activity. If requested, the custodian will also send trade
confirmations directly to the client.
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MeadowBrook does not maintain custody of client assets. Rather, each client
appoints a qualified custodian to take possession of all client funds and
securities. We do not accept cash or securities. We have procedures in place
to direct employees regarding the inadvertent receipt of any client funds or
securities. Nevertheless, we are deemed to have custody when we are
authorized, by the client, to directly debit our advisory fees from the client’s
custodian account. We are also deemed to have custody when a client
establishes a letter of instruction or other asset transfer authorization
arrangement with their qualified custodian, authorizing us to disburse funds to
one or more third parties specifically designated by the client.
Clients are urged to compare the monthly account statements received
directly from their custodians to the information and reports provided by
MeadowBrook.
Investment Discretion
Discretionary Authority for Trading
MeadowBrook accepts discretionary authority to manage investment
accounts on behalf of clients so long as such investment activities are in
accordance with any restriction on investments as specifically set forth in the
established investment guidelines or investment management agreement.
MeadowBrook generally 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, the broker or dealer to be used and, in
some instances, the commission rate to be paid for client account securities
transactions. A limited power of attorney, a trading agreement that the client
enters into with their custodian, grants MeadowBrook the authority to trade on
the client’s behalf. MeadowBrook may consult with the client prior to each
trade to obtain concurrence if total discretionary authority has not been
granted.
Voting Client Securities
Proxy Votes
MeadowBrook’s objectives in voting proxies in accounts where we have proxy
authority are: 1) All proxies are voted in the best interests of the shareholders;
2) Proxies are to be voted consistently; 3) Conflicts of interest are handled
according to our proxy policy; 4) Proper records of proxy votes are
maintained. We do employ an outside proxy consultant to provide advice and
record keeping services.
MeadowBrook‘s proxy voting policy is available upon request.
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Financial Information
Financial Condition
MeadowBrook has no financial commitments or liabilities that would impair
our ability to meet contractual commitments to our clients.
Information Security Program
Information Security
Keeping client information secure and confidential is a top priority for all of us
at MeadowBrook Investment Advisors. Our relationship with you is our most
important asset. We understand that you have entrusted us with your private
financial information, and we do everything to maintain that trust. Below is an
outline of our practices regarding your personal information.
• We collect personal information for our own use in the normal course of
business to administer your account(s) and to serve you better.
• We protect the confidentiality and security of your personal information.
• We maintain safeguards to protect your personal information.
• We do not sell your personal information to anyone.
• We do not disclose personal information to third parties unless they help
us to process or service your transactions or account(s) such as the
custodian. We will also, as a courtesy, provide information to your tax
accountant and/or attorney upon your request.
• We maintain proper cyber security safeguards.
If, at any time in the future, regulatory agencies mandate an amendment that
is not consistent with this policy, we will notify you in writing.
Our commitment to privacy is as important as our commitment to customer
service.
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George F. Abel
Brochure Supplement
(Part 2B of Form ADV)
MeadowBrook Investment Advisors
17199 N. Laurel Park Drive, Suite # 311
Livonia, Michigan 48152
Phone: 734-953-8688
Website: www.meadowbrook-advisors.com
EMAIL: rdoyle@meadowbrook-advisors.com
This brochure supplement provides information about George F. Abel that
supplements the MEADOWBROOK INVESTMENT ADVISORS, LLC
brochure. You should have received a copy of that brochure. Please
contact Ronald L. Doyle if you did not receive MEADOWBROOK
INVESTMENT ADVISORS’ brochure or if you have questions regarding
the contents of this supplement.
Additional information about George F. Abel is available on the SEC’s
website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov.
January 19, 2026
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MeadowBrook Investment Advisors
Brochure Supplement (Part 2B of Form ADV)
George F. Abel
Educational Background:
• Date of birth: March 18, 1952
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Institutions: Grove City College B.S. Mathematics (1974).
Northwestern University M.M. Finance (1976)
Business Experience:
• MeadowBrook Investment Advisors, LLC – Member
(1999 to present)
• Formerly Chief Investment Officer – First Chicago NBD Investment
Management Company
Education and Business Experience
MEADOWBROOK INVESTMENT ADVISORS, LLC requires that advisors in
its employ have a bachelor's degree and have work experience that
demonstrates their aptitude for investment management.
Disciplinary Information:
We must inform you of all material facts regarding any legal or
disciplinary events that would be material to your evaluation of Mr.
Abel providing investment advice. Mr. Abel has no information to
disclose.
Other Business Activities:
Mr. Abel is not actively engaged in any other investment related
business or occupation, or any other business or occupation that
provides a substantial source of his income or involves a substantial
amount of his time.
Additional Compensation:
We must also inform you of additional compensation Mr. Abel may
receive for providing advisory services, such as sales awards or
other prizes. Mr. Abel does not receive such additional
compensation.
Supervision:
Mr. Abel is supervised by Meadowbrook’s other members.
Mr. Abel’s contact information:
Phone: 734-953-8688 extn # 1
Email: gabel@meadowbrook-advisors.com
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Ronald L. Doyle
Brochure Supplement
(Part 2B of Form ADV)
MeadowBrook Investment Advisors
17199 N. Laurel Park Drive, Suite # 311
Livonia, Michigan 48152
Phone: 734-953-8688
Website: www.meadowbrook-advisors.com
EMAIL: rdoyle@meadowbrook-advisors.com
This brochure supplement provides information about Ronald L. Doyle that
supplements the MEADOWBROOK INVESTMENT ADVISORS, LLC
brochure. You should have received a copy of that brochure. Please
contact Ronald L. Doyle if you did not receive MEADOWBROOK
INVESTMENT ADVISORS’ brochure or if you have questions regarding
the contents of this supplement.
Additional information about Ronald L. Doyle is available on the SEC’s
website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov.
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MeadowBrook Investment Advisors
Brochure Supplement (Part 2B of Form ADV)
Ronald L. Doyle, CFA
Educational Background:
• Date of birth: November 5, 1957
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Institutions: Michigan State University B.A. Marketing (1979).
Michigan State University M.B.A. Finance (1981)
Business Experience:
• MeadowBrook Investment Advisors – Member
(1999 to present)
• Formerly Head of Equity Funds Management – First Chicago NBD
Investment Management Company
Education and Business Experience
MEADOWBROOK INVESTMENT ADVISORS, LLC requires that advisors in
its employ have a bachelor's degree and have work experience that
demonstrates their aptitude for investment management.
Disciplinary Information:
We must inform you of all material facts regarding any legal or
disciplinary events that would be material to your evaluation of Mr.
Doyle providing investment advice. Mr. Doyle has no information to
disclose.
Other Business Activities:
Mr. Doyle is not actively engaged in any other investment related
business or occupation, or any other business or occupation that
provides a substantial source of his income or involves a substantial
amount of his time.
Additional Compensation:
We must also inform you of additional compensation Mr. Doyle may
receive for providing advisory services, such as sales awards or
other prizes. Mr. Doyle does not receive such additional
compensation.
Supervision:
Mr. Doyle is supervised by Meadowbrook’s other members.
Mr. Doyle’s contact information:
Phone: 734-953-8688 extn # 4
Email: rdoyle@meadowbrook-advisors.com
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MeadowBrook Investment Advisors
Robert T. Grabowski
Brochure Supplement
(Part 2B of Form ADV)
MeadowBrook Investment Advisors
17199 N. Laurel Park Drive, Suite # 311
Livonia, Michigan 48152
Phone: 734-953-8688
Website: www.meadowbrook-advisors.com
EMAIL: rdoyle@meadowbrook-advisors.com
that supplements
the MEADOWBROOK
This brochure supplement provides
information about Robert T.
INVESTMENT
Grabowski
ADVISORS, LLC brochure. You should have received a copy of that
brochure. Please contact Ronald L. Doyle if you did not receive
MEADOWBROOK INVESTMENT ADVISORS’ brochure or if you have
questions regarding the contents of this supplement.
Additional information about Robert T. Grabowski is available on the
SEC’s website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov.
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MeadowBrook Investment Advisors
Brochure Supplement (Part 2B of Form ADV)
Robert T. Grabowski
Educational Background:
Institutions: Wayne State University B.S. Finance (1981).
• Date of birth: August 13, 1952
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Business Experience:
• MeadowBrook Investment Advisors – Consultant
(July 2020 to present)
• MeadowBrook Investment Advisors – Member
(1999 to June 2020)
• Formerly Head of Municipal Bond/Trading Desk – First Chicago NBD
Investment Management Company
Education and Business Experience
MEADOWBROOK INVESTMENT ADVISORS, LLC requires that advisors in
its employ have a bachelor's degree and have work experience that
demonstrates their aptitude for investment management.
Disciplinary Information:
We must inform you of all material facts regarding any legal or
disciplinary events that would be material to your evaluation of Mr.
Grabowski providing investment advice. Mr. Grabowski has no
information to disclose.
Other Business Activities:
Mr. Grabowski is not actively engaged in any other investment
related business or occupation, or any other business or occupation
that provides a substantial source of his income or involves a
substantial amount of his time.
Additional Compensation:
We must also inform you of additional compensation Mr. Grabowski
may receive for providing advisory services, such as sales awards
or other prizes. Mr. Grabowski does not receive such additional
compensation.
Supervision:
Mr. Grabowski is supervised by Meadowbrook’s members.
Mr. Grabowski’s contact information:
Phone: 734-953-8688 extn # 3
Email: rgrabowski@meadowbrook-advisors.com
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MeadowBrook Investment Advisors
Dale B. Embry
Brochure Supplement
(Part 2B of Form ADV)
MeadowBrook Investment Advisors
17199 N. Laurel Park Drive, Suite # 311
Livonia, Michigan 48152
Phone: 734-953-8688
Fax: 734-953-9170
Website: www.meadowbrook-advisors.com
EMAIL: rdoyle@meadowbrook-advisors.com
This brochure supplement provides information about Dale B. Embry that
supplements the MEADOWBROOK INVESTMENT ADVISORS, LLC
brochure. You should have received a copy of that brochure. Please
contact Ronald L. Doyle if you did not receive MEADOWBROOK
INVESTMENT ADVISORS’ brochure or if you have questions regarding
the contents of this supplement.
Additional information about Dale B. Embry is available on the SEC’s
website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov.
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MeadowBrook Investment Advisors
Brochure Supplement (Part 2B of Form ADV)
Dale B. Embry
Educational Background:
• Date of birth: November 30, 1958
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Institutions: Oberlin College A.B. Economics (1981).
University of Detroit M.B.A. Finance (1986)
Business Experience:
• MeadowBrook Investment Advisors – Member
(1999 to present)
• Formerly Managing Director, National Institutional Investment Group
– First Chicago NBD Investment Management Company
Education and Business Experience
MEADOWBROOK INVESTMENT ADVISORS, LLC (“MeadowBrook) requires
that advisors in its employ have a bachelor's degree and have work
experience that demonstrates their aptitude for investment management.
Disciplinary Information:
In July 2017, MeadowBrook received an inquiry from the State of
Michigan, Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs,
Corporations, Securities and Commercial Licensing Bureau (the
“Bureau”) asking why Dale B. Embry was not registered as
investment adviser representatives in compliance with a law that
went into effect in 2009.
After a thorough review, MeadowBrook determined that Mr. Embry
was indeed acting as an investment adviser representative for
MeadowBrook and needed to be registered in compliance with the
Michigan Uniform Securities Act. MeadowBrook and Mr. Embry
promptly began the registration process and Mr. Embry became
registered as an investment adviser representative with the State of
Michigan on December 5, 2017.
On November 27, 2017, the Bureau issued separate final orders to
MeadowBrook and Mr. Embry. The order with respect to Mr. Embry
was limited to the failure of MeadowBrook to alert Mr. Embry of his
obligation to register as an investment adviser representative in the
State of Michigan. The order with respect to MeadowBrook involved
Mr. Embry’s lack of registration as an investment adviser
representative. In complying with State of Michigan requirements on
investment adviser representative registration, MeadowBrook made
a mistake involving Mr. Embry. Historically, the State of Michigan did
not require the registration and licensing of investment adviser
representatives. When that changed in 2009, regrettably
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MeadowBrook was unaware of it. As a result of MeadowBrook’s
mistake, the Bureau imposed a civil fine of $10,000.00 against Mr.
Embry as an individual and $10,000.00 against MeadowBrook as a
firm. MeadowBrook has paid both of these fines.
MeadowBrook has always prided itself on acting with integrity,
honesty and in clients’ best interests. Clearly we made a mistake in
being unaware of the change in the law but are committed to quickly
addressing and correcting this deficiency and putting in place
procedures so that it will never happen again
Other Business Activities:
Mr. Embry is not actively engaged in any other investment related
business or occupation, or any other business or occupation that
provides a substantial source of his income or involves a substantial
amount of his time.
Additional Compensation:
We must also inform you of additional compensation Mr. Embry may
receive for providing advisory services, such as sales awards or
other prizes. Mr. Embry does not receive such additional
compensation.
Supervision:
Supervision:
Mr. Embry is supervised by Meadowbrook’s other members.
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Mr. Embry’s contact information:
Phone: 734-953-8688 ext. # 2
Email: dembry@meadowbrook-advisors.com
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