Wealth Management for Innovation & Growth

Institutional discipline meets emerging technology expertise. We build portfolios designed for growth, disruption, and structural shifts.

What Makes Us Different

Three things set Protocol Wealth apart

Experience

Our team brings backgrounds from Merrill Lynch, Deloitte, Fidelity, and hedge funds. We've managed portfolios through multiple market cycles.

Innovation Focus

We understand both traditional markets and emerging technologies—giving you access to the full investment landscape, not just one piece of it.

Growth & Income

Whether you're building wealth or generating income, we design portfolios that match your stage of life and financial goals.

Investment Capabilities

A unified strategy built on three distinct pillars.

THE FOUNDATION

Core Growth & Income

Global equities, fixed income, and tax-efficient structures. We build the foundation with diversified, liquid exposure to global markets — focusing on quality compounders and dividend growth strategies designed to help preserve and grow capital over time.

For: All clients

THE OPPORTUNITY

Strategic Innovation

Targeted exposure to sectors we believe are driving long-term secular change: semiconductors, AI infrastructure, cybersecurity, and energy transition. Includes access to private equity and venture capital for qualified investors.

For: Growth-oriented investors

THE FRONTIER

Digital Assets Optional

Regulated access to digital assets including Bitcoin and Ethereum for investors seeking portfolio diversification and exposure to emerging blockchain technology. Held at qualified custodians with institutional-grade security.

For: Qualified allocators

*All investments involve risk, including the potential loss of principal. Private equity, venture capital, and digital assets involve substantial risk and are suitable only for investors who can bear the loss of their entire investment.

Investment Philosophy

The Infrastructure Thesis

Historically, significant wealth has been generated by those who invested in infrastructure layers — railroads in the 19th century, the electric grid and telecommunications networks in the 20th.

We believe compute power, energy infrastructure, and blockchain networks may play a similar foundational role in the decades ahead.

Our approach seeks to identify and invest in what we view as the infrastructure layers of the evolving economy — not by predicting which applications will win, but by focusing on the underlying networks and systems they may depend on.

"We don't just look at P/E ratios. We consider how structural shifts create both risk and opportunity — and position portfolios accordingly."

*This reflects our current investment thesis and is subject to change. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

Asset Value Over Time
Traditional ViewLinear Depreciation
Innovation RealityAccelerating Change

The gap between accounting value and real-world utility widens as technology accelerates.

*Hypothetical illustration for educational purposes only. Does not represent actual investment performance or guarantee future results.

Accelerating

Technology cycles are compressing, creating both risk and opportunity

90%

Of S&P 500 market value is now in intangibles*

*Multiple studies confirm this structural shift:

Ocean Tomo (2020): Intangibles rose from 17% (1975) to 68% (1995) to 90% (2020) of S&P 500 value

Brand Finance GIFT™ (2024): Global intangible value reached $79.4 trillion, up 28% YoY

Brand Finance GIFT™ (2025): Record $97.6 trillion globally; U.S. market at 78% intangibility

Transparent Pricing

We offer flexible fee structures based on service level, asset type, and complexity.

Qualified Custodian - Digital Asset Management
Negotiable

AUM via Anchorage Digital

Traditional Wealth Management
0.50% - 2.0%

AUM

Active Onchain / DeFi
Up to 2%

AUM via Fordefi MPC

Advisory and Consulting
Flat Rate

Scoped per engagement

Fees are negotiable based on relationship size and complexity. Full fee schedules, billing practices, and potential conflicts of interest are disclosed in our Form ADV Part 2A.

Account Minimums
Standard Minimum: $300,000 in investable assets
Introductory Engagement: $100,000 minimum for a limited evaluation period
Flexibility: Minimums may be negotiated for family household relationships, early-stage founders, entrepreneurs, or other circumstances at our discretion

Who We Work With

We serve clients who need expertise across both traditional and digital asset markets.

The Protocol Founder

Founders and early team members with concentrated token holdings seeking diversification into traditional assets. Needs include tax-efficient liquidation strategies, estate planning for digital assets, and ongoing portfolio management across both worlds.

The Digital-Native Investor

Accredited investors seeking institutional-grade access to digital assets within a fiduciary framework. Typically allocating 5–25% of portfolio to crypto with proper custody, reporting, and risk management.

The Corporate Treasury

Companies holding Bitcoin, Ethereum, or stablecoins on their balance sheet. Requires GAAP-compliant reporting, custody governance, investment policy development, and board-level advisory support.

The Traditional Wealth Builder

Investors focused on retirement planning, equity compensation strategies, or generational wealth transfer who want a modern advisor that understands technology's impact on markets.

*These profiles are illustrative composites for educational purposes and do not represent specific clients. Individual circumstances vary. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

Our Approach May Be Right For You If...

Protocol Wealth is built for clients who value efficiency, innovation, and a collaborative advisory relationship. Our technology-forward model works best for those who:

Prefer digital communication and virtual meetings over in-person appointments
Are comfortable reviewing statements, reports, and documents electronically
Want advisors who understand both traditional markets and emerging technologies
Seek a partnership focused on strategy and outcomes, not social events

We may not be the right fit if you prefer paper statements, require frequent in-person meetings, or are looking for an advisor who hosts client appreciation events. We focus our resources on research, technology, and direct client service.

We typically work with clients who meet the SEC's accredited investor criteria, though this is not a strict requirement for all services. Contact us to discuss your situation.

Estate Planning for the Digital Era

Protecting wealth that exists both in the physical and digital worlds

Traditional Planning

Wills, trusts, insurance, and tax strategies

Digital Legacy

Digital wallets, online accounts, intellectual property, and tokenized assets

For Businesses

Corporate Digital Treasury

Your CFO knows how to manage cash. But digital assets require a different operating system. Protocol Wealth acts as your specialized advisor, bridging traditional treasury and the onchain economy.

  • Investment Policy Statement for digital assets
  • GAAP-ready reporting & audit support
  • Custody vendor selection & governance design

Fractional Chief Digital Investment Officer

Leadership Team

Managing Partners — SEC-Registered Fiduciary Advisors

Adam Blumberg, CFP®
Chief Compliance Officer
CFP®
ComplianceEducationSpeaker

Featured in CoinDesk, WealthStack, Phil Bak Podcast

Speaker: Consensus

Founder: Interaxis (Crypto Education)

Nick Rygiel, CFP®, MBA
Chief Technology Officer
CFP®MBA
Ex-DeloitteEx-Merrill LynchNavy Veteran

Featured on VIDA Podcast, OneFund, Lumida Wealth Podcast

Technology, Research & Portfolio Management

Jason Leupold, CAIA, MBA
Chief Investment Officer
CAIAMBASeries 7/55/66/3
Ex-FidelityQuantmental StrategiesDerivatives

361 Capital, Arches Capital, Amplifi Liquidity

Team of Teams Coverage: Every client relationship is covered by at least two advisors. We utilize Hadrius for compliance archiving and Wealthbox for CRM to ensure continuity.

Institutional Infrastructure

Your assets are held at established, regulated custodians—never with Protocol Wealth directly.

Traditional Asset Custodians
Charles SchwabAltruistInteractive Brokers

SIPC-insured brokerage accounts

Digital Asset Custodians
Anchorage DigitalBitGoFordefi

Qualified digital asset custodians

Technology & Compliance Stack
Wealthbox (CRM)Hadrius (Compliance)Coincover (Insurance)Nexus Mutual (Risk)

Enterprise-grade infrastructure for operations and compliance

Ready to Build Your Future?

Schedule a consultation to discuss how we can help you navigate both traditional and digital markets.