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Form ADV
Disclosure Brochure
January 1, 2025
Revised August 29, 2025
Office Location:
830 Azalea Lane
Vero Beach, FL 32963
(772) 316-1271
www.spirepointpc.com
This Brochure provides information about the qualifications and business practices of SpirePoint Private Client,
LLC. If you have any questions about the contents of this brochure, please contact us at the telephone number
listed above. For compliance-specific requests, please call ( 971) 371-3450. The information in this Brochure
has not been approved or verified by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) or by any
state securities authority.
Additional information about the Firm is available on the SEC’s website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. The Firm
is an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply any level of skill or training.
ITEM 2 - MATERIAL CHANGES
In this Item, SpirePoint Private Client, LLC (hereby known as “SpirePoint” or the “Firm”) is required to discuss any
material changes that have been made to the Brochure since the last annual amendment, dated January 1,
2024.
Material changes since the previous filing of this brochure include:
• As of August 29, 2025, the Firm added four new individuals and has opened a new office in Palm
Beach Gardens, FL..
We will ensure that all current Clients receive a Summary of Material Changes and an updated Brochure within
120 days of the close of our business’s fiscal year. A Summary of Material Changes is also included with our
Brochure on the SEC’s website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. The searchable IARD/CRD number for SpirePoint
is #327350. We may further provide other ongoing disclosure information about material changes as necessary
and will further provide all Clients with a new Brochure as necessary based on changes or new information at
any time, without charge.
Currently, our Brochure may be requested by contacting Stacy Sizemore, Chief Compliance Officer, at (971)
371-3450 or ssizemore@spirepointpc.com.
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ITEM 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
ITEM 2 - MATERIAL CHANGES .................................................................................................................... 1
ITEM 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................................................................... 3
ITEM 4 - ADVISORY BUSINESS .................................................................................................................... 4
ITEM 5 - FEES AND COMPENSATION .......................................................................................................... 5
ITEM 6 - PERFORMANCE-BASED FEES AND SIDE-BY-SIDE MANAGEMENT ................................................... 7
ITEM 7 - TYPES OF CLIENTS ........................................................................................................................ 8
ITEM 8 - METHODS OF ANALYSIS, INVESTMENT STRATEGIES RISK OF LOSS ............................................... 8
ITEM 9 - DISCIPLINARY INFORMATION ..................................................................................................... 13
ITEM 10 - OTHER FINANCIAL INDUSTRY ACTIVITIES AND AFFILIATIONS..................................................... 13
ITEM 11 - CODE OF ETHICS, PARTICIPATION OR INTEREST IN CLIENT TRANSACTIONS AND PERSONAL
TRADING.................................................................................................................................................. 14
ITEM 12 - BROKERAGE PRACTICES ........................................................................................................... 16
ITEM 13 - REVIEW OF ACCOUNTS ............................................................................................................ 18
ITEM 14 - CLIENT REFERRALS AND OTHER COMPENSATION ..................................................................... 19
ITEM 15 - CUSTODY ................................................................................................................................. 20
ITEM 16 - INVESTMENT DISCRETION ........................................................................................................ 21
ITEM 17 - VOTING CLIENT SECURITIES...................................................................................................... 21
ITEM 18 - FINANCIAL INFORMATION ....................................................................................................... 22
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ITEM 4 - ADVISORY BUSINESS
Description of Advisory Firm
SpirePoint Private Client, LLC, (“SpirePoint,” the “Firm,” “we, ” “our,” or “us”) is a privately owned limited
liability company headquartered in Vero Beach, FL with a secondary office in Palm Beach Gardens, FL.
The Firm is registered as an investment adviser with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The Firm
was formed in 2023 and is owned by Trent Leyda, Hakyung (Kay) Campione, and James Beindorf.
As of December 31, 2024, SpirePoint managed approximately $1,123,920,196 in assets for approximately
799 accounts, all of which are managed on a discretionary basis. All accounts utilize a wrap program.
While this brochure generally describes the business of the Firm, certain sections also discuss the activities
of its Supervised Persons, which refer to the Firm’s officers, partners, directors (or other persons occupying
a similar status or performing similar functions), employees, or any other person who provides investment
advice on the Firm’s behalf and is subject to the Firm’s supervision or control.
Advisory Services Offered
SpirePoint offers discretionary investment management, non-discretionary, and investment advisory services
as well as financial planning and consulting. Prior to the Firm rendering any of the foregoing advisory services,
Clients are required to enter into one or more written agreements with the Firm setting forth the relevant
terms and conditions of the advisory relationship (the “Advisory Agreement”).
Investment Management Services
The Firm offers continuous and regular investment supervisory services on a discretionary and non-
discretionary basis, as well as financial planning and consulting. While we work with Clients, we have the
ongoing responsibility to select and/or make recommendations based upon the objectives of the Client as
to specific securities or other investments that he/she recommend or purchase/sell in Clients’ accounts.
We utilize a variety of investment types when making investment recommendations/purchases in Client
accounts, which include, but are not limited to, equity securities, fixed-income securities, alternatives,
mutual funds, and Independent Managers. The investments recommended/purchased are based on the
Client’s individual needs, goals, and objectives. The Firm offers investment advice on any investment held
by the Client at the start of the advisory relationship. We describe the material investment risks under Item
8 – Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies, and Risk of Loss. Financial Planning may be provided to
Clients as a part of the Investment Management Services. When being provided as a separate service, it is
described in this section under Financial Consulting Services below.
We discuss our discretionary authority below under Item 16 – Investment Discretion. For more
information about the restrictions Clients can put on their accounts, see Tailored Services and Client-
Imposed Restrictions in this item below. We describe the fees charged for investment management services
below under Item 5 – Fees and Compensation.
Financial Planning and Consulting
The Firm provides a variety of consulting services to individuals, families, and other C lie n ts regarding their
financial resources based upon an analysis of the Client’s current situation, goals, and objectives. Consulting
encompasses one or more of the following areas: additional Financial Planning, Performance Reporting,
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Investment Planning, Retirement Planning, Education Planning, and Business and Personal Financial
Planning.
Services provided under an ongoing consultation agreement are conducted on a regular basis, but no less
than annually, with the Client. The Client is under no obligation to act upon the advisor’s recommendation.
If the Client elects to act on our recommendations, the Client is under no obligation to effect the transaction
through us.
We describe fees charged for Consultation Services below under Item 5 - Fees and Compensation.
Use of Independent Managers and Sub-Advisors
The Firm may select certain Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors to manage a portion of its clients’
assets actively. The specific terms and conditions under which a client engages an Independent Manager
and/or Sub-Advisor may be set forth in a separate written agreement with the designated Independent
Managers engaged to manage their assets.
The Firm evaluates a variety of information about Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors, which may
include the Independent Managers’ and/or Sub-Advisors’ public disclosure documents, materials supplied
by the Independent Managers themselves, and other third-party analyses it believes are reputable. To the
extent possible, the Firm seeks to assess the Independent Manager’s and/or Sub-Advisor’s investment
strategies, past performance, and risk results in relation to its clients’ individual portfolio allocations and
risk exposure. The Firm also takes into consideration each Independent Manager’s and/or Sub-Advisor’s
management style, returns, reputation, financial strength, reporting, pricing, and research capabilities,
among other factors.
The Firm continues to provide services relative to the discretionary selection of the Independent Managers
and/or Sub-Advisor. On an ongoing basis, the Firm monitors the performance of those accounts being
managed by Independent Managers. The Firm seeks to ensure the Independent Managers and/or Sub-
Advisor strategies and target allocations remain aligned with its clients’ investment objectives and overall
best interests.
Sponsor and Manager of Wrap Program
The Firm provides substantially all investment management services as the sponsor and manager of the
SpirePoint Private, LLC, Client Wrap Program (the “Wrap Program”), a wrap fee program where
transactional, custodial, reporting, and other similar fees are absorbed by the Firm. Accounts managed
through the Wrap Program are done so in substantially the same manner as those that may be managed
under a non-Wrap arrangement. Additional information about the Wrap Program is available in the Firm’s
Wrap Brochure, which appears as Part 2A Appendix 1 of the Firm’s Form ADV.
ITEM 5 - FEES AND COMPENSATION
Fee Schedule & Billing Method
SpirePoint offers services on a fee basis, which may include fixed fees and fees based on assets under
management or advisement and as part of the Wrap Program.
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Investment Management Services
The annual management fee for our Investment Management Services, including Financial Planning, is
based on the total dollar value of the assets maintained in the Client account. The fee assessed and/or
charged is based on what is stipulated in the Investment Advisory Agreement signed by each Client. This
may include a minimum annual fee.
Our annual fee ranges up to 1.5% annually and is assessed and/or charged monthly, in advance, based on
the value at the end of the billing period. Inflows and outflows of cash are considered on a prorated basis
in this calculation. Fees can be structured as a fixed flat percentage fee on total assets in the account, a fixed
flat dollar amount, or a tiered fee schedule whereby the fee is calculated by applying different rates to
different levels of assets.
Financial Planning and Consulting Fees
In addition to the advisory fees paid, we may provide financial planning and/or consulting services to Clients
regarding the management of their financial resources, which is based upon an analysis of their current
personal and financial situations, goals, and objectives. The fee assessed and/or charged is based on what
is stipulated in the Investment Advisory Agreement signed by each Client. This may include a minimum
annual fee. The Firm offers services on a fee basis, which may include fixed fees, as well as fees based on
assets under management or advisement.
Other Fees and Expenses
In addition to the wrap program advisory fees paid to the Firm, Clients may incur certain charges imposed
by other third parties, such as independent managers, broker-dealers, custodians, trust companies,
platform service providers, banks, and other financial institutions (collectively “Financial Institutions”).
These additional charges may include securities brokerage commissions, fees attributable to alternative
assets, reporting charges, margin costs, charges imposed directly by a mutual fund or ETF in a Client’s
account, as disclosed in the fund’s prospectus (e.g., fund management fees and other fund expenses),
deferred sales charges, odd-lot differentials, transfer taxes, and wire transfer and electronic fund fees. In
relationships with third-party and/or Sub-Advisors, their fees would be in addition to the fees charged by
the Firm, paid directly to the third-party and/or Independent Manager/Sub-Advisor, and the Firm will not
receive any portion of those fees or share in those fees.
Direct Fee Debit
Clients generally provide the Firm and/or the Independent Managers/Sub-Advisors with the authority to
directly debit their accounts for payment of the investment advisory fees. The Financial Institutions that
act as the qualified custodian for Client accounts, from which the Firm retains the authority to directly
deduct fees, are required to send statements to Clients not less than quarterly detailing account
transactions, including any amounts paid to the Firm.
Account Additions and Withdrawals
As stated above, Clients may make additions to and withdrawals from their accounts at any time, subject
to the Firm’s right to terminate an account. Additions may be in cash or securities, provided that the Firm
reserves the right to liquidate any transferred securities or declines to accept particular securities into a
client’s account. Clients may withdraw account assets on notice to the Firm, subject to the usual and
customary securities settlement procedures. However, the Firm generally designs its portfolios as long-
term investments, and the withdrawal of assets may impair the achievement of a client’s investment
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objectives. The Firm may consult with its clients about the options and implications of transferring
securities. Clients are advised that when transferred securities are liquidated, they may be subject to
transaction fees, short-term redemption fees, fees assessed at the mutual fund level (e.g., contingent
deferred sales charges), and/or tax ramifications.
Commissions and Sales Charges for Recommendations of Securities
Clients can engage certain persons associated with the Firm (but not the Firm directly) to render securities
brokerage services under a separate commission-based arrangement. Clients are under no obligation to
engage such persons and may choose brokers or agents not affiliated with SpirePoint.
Under this arrangement, the Firm’s Supervised Persons, in their individual capacities as registered
representatives of Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, Inc. (“PKS”), may provide securities brokerage
services and implement securities transactions under a separate commission-based arrangement.
Supervised Persons may be entitled to a portion of the brokerage commissions paid to PKS, as well as a
share of any ongoing distribution or service (trail) fees from the sale of mutual funds. The Firm may also
recommend no-load or load-waived funds, where no sales charges are assessed. Before effecting any
transactions, Clients are required to enter into a separate account agreement with PKS.
A conflict of interest exists to the extent that the Firm recommends the purchase or sale of securities where
Supervised Persons receive commissions or other additional compensation as a result of the Firm’s
recommendation. We take our fiduciary duty and professional responsibility very seriously and always
endeavor to act in the Clients’ best interest regardless of any such affiliations. For certain accounts covered
by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (“ERISA”) and such others that the Firm, in its
sole discretion, deems appropriate, the Firm may provide its investment advisory services on a fee-offset
basis. In this scenario, the Firm may offset its fees by an amount equal to the aggregate commissions and
12b-1 fees earned by the Firm’s Supervised Persons in their individual capacities as registered
representatives of Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, Inc. (“PKS”).
Termination
Either party may terminate the advisory agreement at any time by providing written notice to the other
party. The Client may terminate the agreement at any time by writing or phoning the Firm at our office. The
Firm will refund any prepaid, unearned advisory fees.
Terminations will not affect liabilities or obligations from transactions initiated in Client accounts before
termination. In the event the Client terminates the investment advisory agreement. The Firm will not
liquidate any securities in the account unless instructed by the Client to do so. In the event of the Client’s
death or disability, the Firm will continue management of the account until we are notified of the Client’s
death or disability and given alternative instructions by an authorized party.
ITEM 6 - PERFORMANCE-BASED FEES AND SIDE-BY-SIDE MANAGEMENT
SpirePoint does not charge performance-based fees or other fees based on a share of capital gains on or
capital appreciation of the assets of a Client.
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ITEM 7 - TYPES OF CLIENTS
SpirePoint provides asset management, financial consulting, ERISA plan advisory and consulting, investment
advisory consultation, and selection of third-party Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors. Our
services are provided on a discretionary basis to a variety of Clients, such as institutional investors,
individuals, high-net-worth individuals, trusts and estates, qualified purchasers, and individual participants
of retirement plans. In addition, we may also provide advisory services to entities such as pension and
profit-sharing plans, businesses, and other investment advisors.
Account Requirements
The Firm does not impose a stated minimum fee or minimum portfolio value for starting and maintaining an
investment management relationship. Certain Independent Managers may, however, impose more restrictive
account requirements and billing practices on the Firm. In these instances, the Firm may alter its corresponding
account requirements and/or billing practices to accommodate those of the Independent Managers.
ITEM 8 - METHODS OF ANALYSIS, INVESTMENT STRATEGIES AND RISK OF LOSS
Methods of Analysis and Investment Strategies
SpirePoint will typically use fundamental, cyclical, charting, and/or technical analysis in the selection of
individual securities. The Firm selects categories of investments based on the Client’s attitudes about risk
and their need for capital appreciation or income. Different instruments involve different levels of
exposure to risk. We seek to select individual securities with characteristics that are most consistent with
the Client’s objectives. Since the Firm treats each Client account uniquely, Client portfolios with similar
investment objectives and asset allocation goals may own different securities.
General Investment Strategies
The Firm generally uses diversification in an effort to minimize risk and optimize the potential return of a
portfolio. More specifically, we utilize multiple asset classes, investment styles, market capitalizations,
sectors, and regions to provide diversification. Each portfolio composition is determined in accordance with
the Client’s investment objectives, risk tolerance, and time horizon. We utilize both passive and active
investment management strategies in an effort to optimize portfolios.
Our general investment strategy is to seek real capital growth proportionate to the level of risk the Client
is willing to take. We develop a Client Profile to help identify the Client’s investment objectives, time
horizon, risk tolerance, tax considerations, target asset allocation, and any special considerations and/or
restrictions the Client chooses to place on the management of the account. The Firm will then recommend
investments that we feel are consistent with the Client Profile.
After defining Client needs, the Firm develops and implements plans for the Client’s account. Then, we
monitor the results and make adjustments as needed. As the initial assumptions change, the plans
themselves may need to be adapted. Continuous portfolio management is important in an effort to keep
the Client’s portfolio consistent with the Client’s objectives.
Methods of Analysis for Selecting Securities
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The Firm’s Investment Advisor Representatives (“IARs”) may use, among others, technical, fundamental,
and/or charting analysis in the selection of individual equity securities. Additionally, our IARs may use
specific strategies or resources in the method of analysis and selection of mutual funds.
Technical Analysis
The effectiveness of technical analysis depends on the accurate forecasting of major price moves or trends
in the securities traded by the IAR. However, there is no assurance of accurate forecasts or that trends will
develop in the markets we follow. In the past, there have been periods without discernible trends, and
similar periods will presumably occur in the future. Even where major trends develop, outside factors like
government intervention could potentially shorten them.
Furthermore, one limitation of technical analysis is that it requires price movement data, which can
translate into price trends sufficient to dictate a market entry or exit decision. In a trendless or erratic
market, a technical method may fail to identify trends requiring action. In addition, technical methods may
overreact to minor price movements, establishing positions contrary to overall price trends, which may
result in losses. Finally, a technical trading method may underperform other trading methods when
fundamental factors dominate price moves within a given market.
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The calculations that underlie our system, methods, and strategies involve many variables,
determinants from information generated by computers and/or charts. The use of a computer in collating
information or in developing and operating a trading method does not assure the success of the method
because a computer is merely an aid in compiling and organizing trade information.
Accordingly, no assurance is given that the decisions based on computer-generated information will
produce profits for a Client’s account.
Relative Strength Analysis
Relative strength measures one stock versus another or a group of stocks versus an index, such as the S&P
500. Through relative strength analysis, we can rank areas of the market that are outperforming or
underperforming the broad market, whether the Russell 3000 or S&P 500. For our purposes, we use the
S&P 500. We then add the highest relative strength sectors and macro areas (i.e., small cap vs. large cap)
to our investment model, using primarily ETFs. The general premise is that those areas of the market with
the highest relative strength outperform over the long term. Additionally, as a risk override, we run a
moving average analysis to identify when markets are most vulnerable, and from time to time lighten
market exposure.
Fundamental Analysis
Fundamental analysis assesses the financial health and management effectiveness of a business by
analyzing a company’s financial reports, key financial ratios, industry developments, economic data,
competitive landscape, and management. The objective of fundamental analysis is to use historical and
current financial data to assess the stock valuation of a company, evaluate company profitability and credit
risk, and forecast the future performance of the company and its share price. Fundamental analysis
assumptions and calculations are based on historical data and forecasts; therefore, the quality of
information and assumptions used are critical. Differences can exist between market fundamentals and how
they are analyzed.
Charting Analysis
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Charting analysis involves the use of patterns in performance charts. Our IARs use this charting technique
to search for patterns in an effort to predict favorable conditions for buying and/or selling a security.
Mutual Funds
In analyzing mutual funds, our IARs use various sources of information. We review key characteristics such
as historical performance, consistency of returns, risk
level, and size of the fund. Expense ratio and other
costs are also significant factors in fund selection. We also subscribe to/access additional information from
other sources that inform our general macroeconomic view.
Options
IARs may use options as an investment strategy. An option is a contract that gives the buyer the right,
but not the obligation, to buy or sell an asset (such as a share of stock) at a specific price on or before a
certain date. An option, just like a stock or bond, is a security. An option is also a derivative because it
derives its value from an underlying asset. The two types of options are calls and puts. A call gives the
holder the right to buy an asset at a certain price within a specific period of time. A call may be purchased
if the expectation is that the stock will increase substantially in value before the option expires. It may also
be sold as a hedge to protect gains or principal of an existing holding (covered calls). A put gives the holder
the right to sell an asset at a certain price within a specific period of time. A put may be purchased if the
expectation is that the stock will decrease substantially in value before the option expires. They are
typically purchased as a hedge to protect gains or principal of a portfolio. There are various options and
strategies that our IARs may deploy in a strategy, as appropriate for the Client’s needs. These include but
may not be limited to covered options (selling a call or put for premium payment while retaining the cash
or securities required to facilitate the underlying purchase or sale of securities if an option is exercised) or
spreads/straddles (buying or selling call or put options on the same or opposite side of the market to
benefit from the bid/ask “spread” or to straddle the market based on value or time variances).
Alternative Investments
IARs may use Alternative Investments as a way to diversify a portfolio. Alternative Investments are
considered to be “non-correlated” assets, meaning that they do not tend to run up or down (track) with
the market like standard securities typically do. The main goal of alternatives is to provide access to other
return sources, with the potential benefit of reducing the risk of a client’s portfolio, improving returns, or
both.
Specific Investment Strategies for Managing Portfolios
IARs may use Modern Portfolio Theory tactical asset allocation, cash as a strategic asset, long-term
holding, trend, dollar-cost-averaging, and defensive portfolio strategies in the construction and management
of Client portfolios. There is no guarantee that any of the following strategies will be successful, a nd we
make no promises or warranties as to the accuracy of our market analysis.
Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT)
IARs use the Modern Portfolio Theory, which has a basic concept of using diversification in an effort to
help minimize risk and optimize the potential return of a portfolio.
Tactical Asset Allocation
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IARs may use a tactical asset allocation strategy in the shorter term to deviate from a client’s long-term
strategic asset allocation target in an effort to take advantage of what we perceive as market pricing
anomalies or strong market sectors or to avoid perceived weak sectors. Once they achieve the desired
short-term opportunities or perceive those opportunities have passed, we generally return a client’s
portfolio to the original strategic asset mix.
Cash as a Strategic Asset
IARs may use cash as a strategic asset and, at times, move or keep the Client’s assets in cash or cash
equivalents. While high cash levels can help protect a Client’s assets during periods of market decline, there
is a risk that our timing in moving to cash is less than optimal upon either exit or reentry into the market,
potentially resulting in missed opportunities during positive market moves.
Long-term Holding
IARs do not generally purchase securities for Clients with the intent to sell the securities within 30 days of
purchase, as we do not generally use short-term trading as an investment strategy. However, there may be
times when we will sell a security for a client when the Client has held the position for less than 30 days.
IARs do not attempt to time short-term market swings. Short-term buying and selling of securities are
typically limited to those cases where a purchase has resulted in an unanticipated gain or loss, in which we
believe that a subsequent sale is in the best interest of the Client.
Trend
IARs may manage Client assets using a trend-following methodology based on the 200-day average and
grounded in a strong sell discipline for all positions within the portfolio.
Dollar-Cost-Averaging
Dollar-cost averaging involves investing money in multiple installments over time to take advantage of price
fluctuations in an attempt to get a lower average cost per share.
Defensive Strategies
If our IAR anticipates poor near-term prospects for equity markets, we may adopt a defensive strategy for
Clients’ accounts by investing substantially in fixed-income securities and/or money market instruments.
We may also utilize low, non-, or negatively correlated investments through mutual funds and ETFs. There
can be no guarantee that the use of defensive techniques will be successful in avoiding losses.
Margin
Some Clients of the Firm maintain margin accounts to facilitate short-term borrowing needs, which are
unrelated to our investment strategy (ies). For some high-net-worth (HNW) Clients who are seeking a more
aggressive strategy for their portfolio, our IARs may work with those Clients on an individual basis to
develop a leveraged strategy utilizing margin to increase market participation portfolio as part of a
customized investment strategy. Clients are responsible for any brokerage or margin charges in addition to
advisory fees. Risks of using margin include “margin calls” (also called "fed calls" or "maintenance calls.")
Margin calls occur when account values decrease below minimum maintenance margin levels established
by the broker-dealer that holds the securities in the Client’s account, requiring the investor to deposit
additional money or securities into their margin account.
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While the use of margin borrowing can increase returns, it can also magnify losses. Clients must specifically
request to establish a margin account.
Additional Strategies
Clients interested in learning more about any of the above strategies should contact us for more information
and/or refer to the prospectus of any mutual fund. We may also consider additional strategies at the specific
client's request.
Investing Involves Risk
General Risks of Owning Securities
Investing in securities involves the risk of loss that Clients should be prepared to bear. While the stock
market may increase and account(s) could enjoy a gain, it is also possible that the stock market may
decrease, and account(s) could suffer a loss. It is important that Clients understand the risks associated
with investing in the stock market, are appropriately diversified in investments, and ask us any questions
they may have.
Risk of Loss
Diversification does not guarantee a profit or guarantee to protect against loss, and there is no guarantee
that investment objectives will be achieved. The Firm strategies and recommendations may lose value. All
investments have certain risks involved, including, but not limited to, the following:
• Stock Market Risk: The value of securities in the portfolio will fluctuate and, as a result, the value
may decline suddenly or over a sustained period of time.
• Managed Portfolio Risk: The manager’s investment strategies or choice of specific securities may
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be unsuccessful and may cause the portfolio to incur losses.
Industry Risk: The portfolio’s investments could be concentrated within one industry or group of
industries. Any factors detrimental to the performance of such industries will disproportionately
impact a portfolio. Investments focused on a particular industry are subject to greater risk and
are more greatly impacted by market volatility than less concentrated investments.
• Non-U.S. Securities Risk: Non-U.S. securities are subject to the risks of foreign currency
fluctuations, generally higher volatility, lower liquidity than U.S. securities, less developed
securities markets and economic systems, and political-economic instability.
• Emerging Markets Risk: To the extent that a portfolio invests in issuers located in emerging
markets, the risk may be heightened by political changes and changes in taxation or currency
controls that could adversely affect the values of these investments. Emerging markets have been
more volatile than the markets of developed countries with more mature economies.
• Currency Risk: The value of a portfolio’s investments may fall as a result of changes in exchange
rates.
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• Credit Risk: Most fixed-income instruments are dependent on the underlying credit of the issuer.
If we are wrong about the underlying financial strength of an issuer, we may purchase securities
where the issuer is unable to meet its obligations. If this happens, a portfolio could sustain an
unrealized or realized loss.
Inflation Risk: Most fixed-income instruments will sustain losses if inflation increases or the
market anticipates increases in inflation. If we enter a period of moderate or heavy inflation,
the value of fixed-income securities could go down.
Interest Rate Risk: Fluctuations in interest rates may cause investment prices to fluctuate.
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• Margin Risk: The use of margin is not suitable for all investors since it increases leverage in an
Account and, ther efor e, risks.
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• ETF and Mutual Fund Risk: When we invest in an ETF or mutual fund for a Client, the Client will
bear additional expenses based on its pro rata share of the ETF or mutual fund’s operational
expenses, including the potential duplication of management fees. The risk of owning an ETF or
mutual fund greatly reflects the risks of owning the underlying securities the ETF or mutual fund
holds. Clients may also incur brokerage costs when purchasing ETFs.
Independent Manager Risk: As stated above, the Firm may select certain Independent Managers
to manage a portion of its clients’ assets. In these situations, the Firm continues to conduct
ongoing due diligence of such managers, but such recommendations rely to a great extent on the
Independent Managers’ ability to successfully implement their investment strategies. In addition,
the Firm generally may not have the ability to supervise the Independent Managers on a day-to-
day basis.
• Derivative Risk: Derivatives are securities, such as futures contracts or options, whose value is
derived from that of other securities or indices. Derivatives can be used for hedging (attempting
to reduce risk by offsetting one investment position with another) or non-hedging purposes.
Hedging with derivatives may increase expenses, and there is no guarantee that a hedging strategy
will achieve the desired results. Utilizing derivatives can cause greater than ordinary investment
risk, which could result in losses.
• Alternative Investment Risk: Alternative Investments involve a high degree of risk, often engage
in leveraging and other speculative investment practices that may increase the risk of investment
loss, can be highly illiquid, are not always required to provide periodic pricing or valuation
investors, may involve complex tax structures and delays in distributing important
information to
tax information, are not subject to 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 his
or her investment.
• Management Risk: Investments vary with the success and failure of our investment strategies,
research, analysis, and determination of portfolio securities. If our investment strategies do not
produce the expected returns, the value of the investment may decrease.
ITEM 9 - DISCIPLINARY INFORMATION
SpirePoint and our personnel seek to maintain the highest level of business professionalism, integrity, and
ethics. We are required to disclose the facts of any legal or disciplinary events that are material to a client’s
evaluation of our business or the integrity of our management. We do not have any required disclosures
to this Item.
ITEM 10 - OTHER FINANCIAL INDUSTRY ACTIVITIES AND AFFILIATIONS
SpirePoint is required to disclose any relationship or arrangement that is material to its advisory business
or to its Clients with certain related persons.
Relationship with tru Independence, LLC
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investment professionals and an SEC-registered
The Firm maintains a business relationship with tru Independence, LLC (“tru Independence”), a service
platform
investment adviser. Through its
relationship with tru Independence, the Firm gains access to services related to reporting, compliance,
technology, transition support, and other related services.
In fulfilling its duties to its Clients, the Firm endeavors at all times to put the interests of its Clients first.
The Firm reviews all of its service provider relationships on an ongoing basis in an effort to ensure
decisions are made in the best interests of Clients. Clients should be aware, however, that this
relationship may pose certain conflicts of interest. Specifically, tru Independence charges the Firm a
platform fee that decreases as assets increase. Accordingly, the Firm has an incentive to increase the
assets it places through the tru Independence platform. tru Independence also provided transition
support aimed at helping the Firm launch its new advisory firm. The receipt of economic and other benefits
as described above from tru Independence creates an incentive for the Firm to choose tru Independence
over other service providers that do not furnish similar benefits.
Licensed Insurance Agents
Certain of the Firm’s Supervised Persons are licensed insurance agents and may offer certain insurance
products on a fully disclosed commissionable basis. A conflict of interest exists to the extent that the Firm
recommends the purchase of insurance products where its Supervised Persons may be entitled to
insurance commissions or other additional compensation. We take our fiduciary duty and professional
responsibility very seriously and always endeavor to act in the Clients’ best interest regardless of any such
affiliations.
Registered Representatives of a Broker-Dealer
Certain of the Firm’s Supervised Persons are registered representatives of Purshe Kaplan Sterling
Investments, Inc. (“PKS”), and may provide Clients with securities brokerage services under a separate
commission-based arrangement. This arrangement is described at length in Item 5. This arrangement
allows the Firm's Supervised Persons to offer certain qualified Clients trading services, which gives the
Firm the ability to execute trades through PKS of Client assets custodied as defined in Item 12.
Retirement Plan Accounts
The Firm may, from time to time, recommend the rollover to an IRA from an employer-sponsored
retirement plan. This product will be recommended when it is deemed by the Firm to be in the best interest
of the Client. It is understood that the Advisor will receive management fees paid by the Client as indicated
by the Client agreement that will be signed when the account is opened.
When the Firm provides investment advice to Clients regarding their retirement plan account or individual
retirement account, the Firm is a fiduciary within the meaning of Title I of the Employee Retirement Income
Security Act and/or the Internal Revenue Code, as applicable, which are laws governing retirement
accounts. The way the Firm makes money creates some conflicts with Client interests, so the Firm operates
under a special rule that requires us to act in the Client’s best interest and not put our interest ahead of
theirs.
Under this special rule’s provisions, the Firm must:
• Meet a professional standard of care when making investment recommendations (give prudent
advice);
• Never put our financial interests ahead of the Client when making recommendations (give loyal
advice);
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• Avoid misleading statements about conflicts of interest, fees, and investments;
• Follow policies and procedures designed to ensure that the Firm gives advice that is in the Client’s
best interest;
• Charge no more than is reasonable for services; and
• Give the Client basic information about conflicts of interest.
When recommending the rollover to an IRA from an employer-sponsored retirement plan, the Client will
be provided with disclosure on the reasons why the transaction is in their best interest, it will be required
to be signed by both the Client and the advisor and will be maintained in the Client’s file.
ITEM 11 - CODE OF ETHICS, PARTICIPATION OR INTEREST IN CLIENT
TRANSACTIONS AND PERSONAL TRADING
Code of Ethics
SpirePoint believes that we owe Clients the highest level of trust and fair dealing. As part of our fiduciary
duty, we place our clients’ interests ahead of the firm's and our personnel's interests. We have adopted a
Code of Ethics that emphasizes the high standards of conduct that the Firm seeks to observe. Our personnel
are required to conduct themselves with integrity at all times and follow the principles and policies detailed
in our Code of Ethics.
The Firm’s Code of Ethics attempts to address specific conflicts of interest that we have identified or could
likely arise. The Firm’s personnel are required to follow clear guidelines from the Code of Ethics in areas
such as gifts and entertainment, other business activities, prohibitions of insider trading, and adherence
to applicable federal securities laws. Additionally, individuals who formulate investment advice for Clients
or who have access to nonpublic information regarding any client’s purchase or sale of securities are subject
to personal trading policies governed by the Code of Ethics (see below).
The Firm will provide a complete copy of the Code of Ethics to any Client or prospective Client upon
request.
Personal Trading Practices
The Firm and our personnel may purchase or sell securities for themselves, regardless of whether the
transaction would be appropriate for a client’s account. The Firm and our personnel may purchase or sell
securities for themselves that we also recommend/utilize for Clients. This includes related securities (e.g.,
warrants, options, or other derivatives). This presents a potential conflict of interest, as we have the
incentive to take investment opportunities from Clients for our own benefit, favor our personal trades
over Client transactions when allocating trades, or use the information about the transactions we intend
to make for Clients to our personal benefit by trading ahead of Clients.
Our policies to address these conflicts include the following:
1. The Client receives the opportunity to act on investment decisions/recommendations prior to
and in preference to accounts of their IAR.
2. The Firm prohibits trading in a manner that takes personal advantage of price movements caused
3.
by Client transactions.
If an IAR wishes to purchase or sell the same security as he/she recommends or takes action to
purchase or sell for a client, he/she will not do so until the custodian fills the Client’s order if the
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is possible that
order cannot be aggregated with the Client order. As a result of this policy, it
Clients may receive a better or worse price than IAR for transactions in the same security on the
same day as a client.
4. The Firm requires our IARs to report personal securities transactions on at least a quarterly basis.
5. Conflicts of interest also may arise when Firm IARs become aware of limited offerings or IPOs,
including private placements or offerings of interests in limited partnerships or any thinly traded
securities, whether public or private. Given the inherent potential for conflict, limited offerings,
and IPOs demand extreme care. IARs are required to obtain pre-approval from the Chief
Compliance Officer before trading in limited offerings and are prohibited from transacting in IPOs
for personal accounts.
6. Under certain limited circumstances, we make exceptions to the policies stated above. The Firm
will maintain records of these trades, including the reasons for any exceptions.
ITEM 12 - BROKERAGE PRACTICES
SpirePoint generally requests accounts that are not managed by third-party Independent Managers and/or
Sub-Advisors to be established with Goldman Sachs Custody Solutions (“GS”), member FINRA/SIPC, or
Charles Schwab Corporation, member FINRA/SIPC. The Firm engages custodians to clear transactions and
custody assets. The custodians provide the Firm with services that assist us in managing and administering
Clients' accounts which include software and other technology that (i) provide access to Client account
data (such as trade confirmations and account statements); (ii) facilitate trade execution and allocate
aggregated trade orders for multiple Client accounts; (iii) provide research, pricing and other market data;
(iv) facilitate payment of fees from its Clients' accounts; and (v) assist with certain back-office functions,
recordkeeping and Client reporting.
As part of the arrangement described above, the custodians also make certain research and brokerage
services available at no additional cost to our firm. These services include certain research and brokerage
services, including research services obtained by the custodians directly from independent research
companies, as selected by our Firm (within specific parameters). Research products and services provided
by the custodians to our firm may include research reports on recommendations or other information
about, particular companies or industries; economic surveys, data , and analyses; financial publications;
portfolio evaluation services; financial database software services; computerized news and pricing services;
quotation equipment for use in running software used in investment decision-making; and other products
or services that provide lawful and appropriate assistance by the custodians to our firm in the
performance of our
investment decision-making responsibilities. The aforementioned research and
brokerage services are used by our firm to manage accounts. Without this arrangement, our firm might
be compelled to purchase the same or similar services at our own expense.
As a result of receiving the services discussed above, we have an incentive to continue to use or expand
the use of the custodians’ services. We examined this conflict of interest when we chose to enter into the
relationship with the custodians, and we have determined that the relationship is in the best interest of our
firm’s Clients and satisfies our client obligations, including our duty to seek best execution.
The custodians charge brokerage commissions and transaction fees for effecting certain securities
transactions (i.e., transaction fees are charged for certain no-load mutual funds, and commissions are
charged for individual equity and debt securities transactions).
The custodians generally do not charge Clients separately for custody services but are compensated by
account holders through commissions and other transaction-related or asset-based fees for securities
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trades that are executed through the custodians or that settle into accounts at the custodians. The
custodians charge brokerage commissions and transaction fees for effecting certain securities
transactions (i.e., transaction fees are charged for certain no-load mutual funds, and commissions are
charged for individual equity and debt securities transactions). The custodians enable us to obtain many
no-load mutual funds without transaction charges and other no-load funds at nominal transaction charges.
The custodians’ commission rates are generally discounted from customary retail commission rates.
However, the commission and transaction fees charged by the custodians may be higher or lower than
those charged by other custodians and broker-dealers.
We may aggregate (combine) trades for ourselves or our associated persons with Client trades, provided
that the following conditions are met:
1. Our policy for the aggregation of transactions shall be fully disclosed separately to our existing
Clients (if any) and the broker-dealer(s) through which such transactions will be placed;
2. We will not aggregate transactions unless we believe that aggregation is consistent with our duty
to seek the best execution (which includes the duty to seek best price) for the Client and is
consistent with the terms of our investment advisory agreement with the Client for which trades
are being aggregated.
3. No advisory Client will be favored over any other Client; each Client that participates in an
aggregated order will participate at the average share price for all our transactions in a given
security on a given business day, with transaction costs based on each Client’s participation in the
transaction;
4. We will prepare a procedure specifying how to allocate the order among those Clients;
5.
If the aggregated order is filled in its entirety, it will be allocated among Clients in accordance
with the allocation statement; if the order is partially filled, it will be allocated pro-rata based on
the allocation statement;
6. Our books and records will separately reflect, for each Client account, the orders that are
aggregated and the securities held by and bought for that account.
7. We will receive no additional compensation or remuneration of any kind as a result of the
8.
proposed aggregation and
Individual advice and treatment will be accorded to each advisory Client.
As a matter of policy and practice, we do not utilize research, research-related products, and other
services obtained from broker-dealers or third parties on a soft dollar commission basis other than what
is described above.
Factors Considered in Recommending Custodians
We consider several factors in recommending custodians to a client. Factors that we consider when
recommending custodians may include financial strength, reputation, execution, pricing, reporting,
research, and service. We will also take into consideration the availability of the products and services
received or offered (detailed above) by the custodians.
Directed Brokerage Transactions
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The Firm does not allow Clients to direct brokerage to a specific broker-dealer. For an individual third-
party Independent Manager’s and/or Sub-Advisor’s policy on directed brokerage transactions, please refer
to Item 12 – Brokerage Practices of that manager’s Form ADV 2A brochure.
Special Considerations for ERISA Clients
A retirement or ERISA plan Client may direct all or part of portfolio transactions for its account through a
specific broker or dealer in order to obtain goods or services on behalf of the plan. Such direction is
permitted provided that the goods and services provided are reasonable expenses of the plan incurred in
the ordinary course of its business for which it otherwise would be obligated and empowered to pay.
ERISA prohibits directed brokerage arrangements when the goods or services purchased are not for the
exclusive benefit of the plan. Consequently, we will request that plan sponsors who direct plans provide
us with a letter documenting that this arrangement will be for the exclusive benefit of the plan.
Trade Errors
We have implemented procedures designed to prevent trade errors; however, trade errors in Client
accounts cannot always be avoided. Consistent with our fiduciary duty, it is our policy to correct trade
errors in a manner that is in the best interest of the Client. In cases where the Client causes the trade error,
the Client will be responsible for any loss resulting from the correction. Depending on the specific
circumstances of the trade error, the Client may not be able to receive any gains generated as a result of
the error correction. In all situations where the Client does not cause the trade error, the Client will be
made whole, and we will absorb any loss resulting from the trade error if the error was caused by the Firm.
If the error is caused by the Custodian, the Custodian will be responsible for covering all trade error costs.
If an investment gain results from the corrected trade, the gain will be donated to charity. We will never
benefit or profit from trade errors.
ITEM 13 - REVIEW OF ACCOUNTS
Account Reviews & Reporting
Managed Accounts Reviews
SpirePoint manages portfolios on a continuous basis and generally reviews all positions in Client accounts
on a regular basis, but no less than annually. We generally offer annual account reviews to clients. Clients
may choose to receive reviews in person, by telephone, or via e-mail. Firm IARs conduct reviews based on
a variety of factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, stated investment objectives, economic
environment, outlook for the securities markets, and the merits of the securities in the accounts.
In addition, we may conduct a special review of an account based on, but not limited to, the following:
1. A change in the Client’s investment objectives, guidelines, and/or financial situation;
2. Changes in diversification;
3. Tax considerations; or
4. Material cash deposits or withdrawals.
Third Party and/or Sub-Advisor Accounts
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IARs periodically review third-party Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisor reports provided to the
Client, but no less often than on a semi-annual basis. Our IARs contact Clients from time to time, as agreed
to with the Client, in order to review their financial situation and objectives; communicate information
to third-party Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors as warranted; and assist the Client in
understanding and evaluating the services provided by the third-party Independent Manager and/or Sub-
Advisor. The Client is expected to notify us of any changes in his/her financial situation, investment
objectives, or account restrictions that could affect their account. The Client may also directly contact the
third-party Independent Manager and/or Sub-Advisor managing the account or sponsoring the program.
Clients who utilize third-party Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors should review the third-party
Independent Manager’s and/or Sub-Advisor’s Form ADV Part 2 Item 13 – Review of Accounts regarding
account reviews, types of written reports provided, and frequency of such reports.
Consulting Service
Consultation Clients do not receive reviews of their written plans unless they take action to schedule a
financial consultation with us or separately contract with us for a post-financial plan meeting or update
their initial written financial plan. The type of reporting is agreed upon by the Firm and the Client on a case-
by-case basis. We do not provide ongoing services to financial consultation Clients but are willing to meet
with such Clients upon their request to discuss updates to their plans or changes in their circumstances.
The Client’s IAR provides financial consultation services to the Client. In cases when we have been
contracted to conduct ongoing financial consultation services, the IARs will conduct reviews as agreed upon
with the Client.
ITEM 14 - CLIENT REFERRALS AND OTHER COMPENSATION
Brokerage Support Products and Services
SpirePoint receives an economic benefit from the brokers used for transactions in Client accounts in the
the support products and services they make available to us and other independent firms whose
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clients maintain their accounts at the broker. These products and services, how they benefit us, and the
related conflicts of interest are described above (see Item 12 – Brokerage Practices). We do not base
particular investment advice, such as buying particular securities for our clients, on the availability of the
brokers’ products and services to us.
Outside Compensation
The Firm does not pay referral fees (non-commission-based) to independent solicitors for the referral of
their clients to our firm.
Firm IARs may refer Clients to unaffiliated professionals for specific needs, such as mortgage brokerage,
real estate sales, estate planning, legal, and/or tax/accounting. In turn, these professionals may refer
Clients to our IARs for investment management needs. We do not have any arrangements with individuals
or companies that we refer Clients to, and we do not receive any compensation for these referrals.
However, it could be concluded that our IARs are receiving an indirect economic benefit from this practice,
as the relationships are mutually beneficial. For example, we could be incentivized to recommend services
of firms that refer Clients to the Firm.
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Our IARs only refer Clients to professionals we believe are competent and qualified in their field, but it is
ultimately the Client’s responsibility to evaluate the provider, and it is solely the Client’s decision whether
to engage a recommended firm. Clients are under no obligation to purchase any products or services
through these professionals, and our IARs have no control over the services provided by another firm. Clients
who choose to engage these professionals will sign a separate agreement with the other firm. Fees charged
by the other firm are separate from and in addition to fees charged by the Firm.
If the Client desires, our IARs will work with these professionals or the Client’s other advisors (such as an
accountant, attorney, or other investment advisor) to help ensure that the provider understands the
Client’s investments and coordinates services for the Client. We do not share information with an
unaffiliated professional unless first authorized by the Client.
Third-Party Independent Manager and/or Sub-Advisor
Our IARs may work with third-party Independent Managers or Sub-Advisors to service Client accounts. They
may receive ongoing compensation in relation to these arrangements, of which details are fully disclosed to
the Clients at the time of account opening. See also Item 5 - Third Party Accounts and/or Sub-Advisor and
Item 10 – Third Party Managers and/or Sub-Advisor. Other Financial Institutions
The Firm has established agreements to provide consulting services to other financial institutions regarding
business development or investment advisory services provided to Clients. If the consultation being
provided is specific to services provided to the Client account, the specifics of this arrangement, including
the compensation paid to the Firm, will be fully disclosed to Clients in their signed agreements.
ITEM 15 - CUSTODY
SpirePoint and/or the Independent Managers have limited custody of some of our clients’ funds or securities
when the Clients authorize us to deduct our management fees directly from the clients’ accounts. A qualified
custodian (generally a broker-dealer, bank, trust company, or other financial institution) holds Clients’
funds and securities. Clients will receive statements directly from their qualified custodian at least
quarterly. The statements will reflect the Client’s funds and securities held with the qualified custodian as
well as any transactions that occurred in the account, including the deduction of our fee.
Clients should carefully review the account statements they receive from the qualified custodian. When
Clients receive statements from the Firm as well as from the qualified custodian, they should compare these
two reports carefully. Clients with any questions about their statements should contact us at the address
or phone number on the cover of this brochure. Clients who do not receive a statement from their
qualified custodian at least quarterly should also notify us.
Third-Party Standing Letters of Authorization (“SLOA”)
The Firm is deemed to have custody of the Client’s funds or securities when Clients have standing
authorizations with their custodian to move money from a client’s account to a third party (“SLOA”) and,
under that SLOA, it authorizes us to designate the amount or timing of transfers with the custodian.
The SEC has set forth a set of standards intended to protect Client assets in such situations, which we
follow. By working with the qualified custodian, the Firm has in place seven provisions set forth by the SEC to
assist in mitigating risk. The below must be followed for Clients with third-party SLOAs:
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The Client provides an instruction to the qualified custodian, in writing, which 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.
The Client authorizes the Firm, 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.
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.
The Client can terminate or change the instruction to the Client’s qualified custodian.
The Firm 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.
The Firm maintains records showing that the third party is not a related party of the Firm or
located at the same address as the Firm.
The Client’s qualified custodian sends the Client, in writing, an initial notice confirming the
instruction and an annual notice reconfirming the instruction.
As stated earlier in this section, account statements reflecting all activity on the account(s), are delivered
directly from the qualified custodian to each Client or the Client’s independent representative, at least
quarterly. A Client should carefully review those statements and are urged to compare the statements against
reports received from us. When a client has questions about their account statements, they should contact us,
the Advisor, or the qualified custodian preparing the statement.
ITEM 16 - INVESTMENT DISCRETION
SpirePoint accepts discretionary authority over Client accounts. If an IAR is acting in a discretionary capacity,
the IAR may place trades within a client account without pre-approval from the Client.
When working with third-party Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors, we may recommend certain
third-party Independent Managers and/or Sub-Advisors to Clients and then it is up to the Client to approve
our recommendations. The third-party investment advisor chosen by the Client is responsible for all
investment decisions made in the Client’s account(s). Generally, Clients who utilize a third-party
Independent Manager and/or Sub-Advisor will sign agreements directly with the third-party Independent
Manager and/or Sub-Advisor. It is important to note that we do not offer advice on any specific securities
or other investments in connection with this service. Clients can find more information about the
discretionary authority granted to third-party managers in Item 16 – Investment Discretion of each
manager’s Form ADV disclosure brochure.
ITEM 17 - VOTING CLIENT SECURITIES
Voting of Proxies
In regard to SEC Rule 206(4)-6 under the Advisers Act, SpirePoint may accept the authority to vote a client’s
securities (i.e., proxies) on their behalf. When the Firm accepts such responsibility, it will only cast proxy
votes in a manner consistent with the best interest of its clients. We are responsible for (1) directing the
manner in which proxies solicited by issuers of securities beneficially owned in their Account are voted and
voting or causing such proxies to be so voted and (2) making all elections relative to any mergers,
acquisitions, tender offers, bankruptcy proceedings or other similar type events pertaining to their Assets.
A Client should contact us if they would like to receive a copy of our Proxy Voting Policy.
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Class Action Lawsuits
The Firm will file proofs of claims relating to class action lawsuits affecting individual Client accounts. Upon
the Client’s request, the Advisor will provide any and all documentation submitted as such proof of claim.
Mutual Funds
The investment advisor that manages the assets of a registered investment company (i.e., mutual fund)
generally votes proxies issued on securities held by the mutual fund.
ITEM 18 - FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Registered investment advisors are required in this item to provide Clients with certain financial
information or disclosures about the firm’s financial condition. SpirePoint does not require the
prepayment of more than $1,200 in fees per Client, six months or more in advance, does not have or
foresee any financial condition that is reasonably likely to impair our ability to meet contractual
commitments to Clients, and has not been the subject of a bankruptcy proceeding.
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