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FORM ADV PART 2A BROCHURE
March 25, 2025
Provenio Capital Management LLC
CRD # 333009 / SEC#:801-131264
4400 MacArthur Blvd., Suite 300
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-301-9060
www.proveniocapital.com
This brochure provides information about the qualifications and business practices of Provenio Capital
Management LLC (“Provenio Capital”). If you have questions about the contents of this brochure, please
contact us at 949-301-9060 or via email at reshma@proveniocapital.com. The information in this brochure has
not been approved or verified by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or by any
state securities authority.
Registration with the SEC as an investment adviser does not imply a certain level of skill, training, or
endorsement by the SEC. References to Provenio Capital as a “registered investment adviser” or “registered”
reflect our status with the SEC and should not be interpreted as an indication of specific qualifications or
expertise.
Additional information about Provenio Capital is available on the SEC’s website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov.
ITEM 2 – MATERIAL CHANGES
This Brochure, dated March 25, 2025, replaces the previous version dated September 6, 2024. Below, we summarize
the material changes since our last filing. Clients are encouraged to review the full Brochure and contact us with any
questions.
1. Firm Reorganization and New Registration (ITEM 1)
• Provenio Capital Management LLC has undergone a restructuring, resulting in a new SEC and CRD number.
As part of this transition, Provenio Capital Management LLC replaces Provenio Capital Management Inc.
While our ownership and advisory team remain unchanged, this structural change has led to updates in our
regulatory filings and disclosure framework. Clients should note that while our services and operations
continue as before, our firm is now registered under a different SEC and CRD number.
2. Expansion of Advisory Services (ITEM 4)
• We have enhanced our investment advisory services with a stronger focus on planning and portfolio
structuring, ensuring a more tailored approach to client needs.
• Our investment advisory services, as outlined in Item 4, have been rewritten and expanded to provide greater
clarity on our advisory process and the strategic framework we use to serve our clients.
3. Changes to Fee Structures (ITEM 5)
• We have introduced a separate fee schedule for traditional assets:
o Equities: 0.50%
o Fixed Income: 0.25%
• The existing tiered fee schedule now applies exclusively to alternative assets (e.g., private equity, hedge
funds).
4. SPVs have been renamed to Co-Investments (ITEM 4, 5, 6, 16)
• We have renamed Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) to Co-Investments to better reflect their role in our
investment offerings.
5. Performance-Based Fee Structure Clarification (ITEM 6)
• We have clarified our performance-based fee structure, including applicable ranges and the specific
investment vehicles where these fees may apply.
6. Additional Risks and Due Diligence in Manager Selection (ITEM 8)
• We have expanded disclosures regarding our third-party manager selection process, due diligence
framework, and potential risks associated with investing.
7. Updates to Advisory Board Disclosures and Ownership Interest in FFR Group (ITEM 10)
• We have updated our disclosures to address the appearance of conflicts of interest related to relationships
between Provenio Capital’s advisory board members and the firm’s clients. Specifically, some advisory board
members are also clients of the firm.
• We added a disclosure regarding a passive ownership held by one of the firm’s principals in FFR Group, an
independent insurance producer group. This has been disclosed to address a potential conflict of interest.
8. Addition of Internal Oversight Committees Disclosure (ITEM 11)
• We added a summary of our internal Investment, Valuation, and Compliance Committees to clarify our
supervisory and oversight structure.
9. Clarification on Non-Compensated Client Referrals (ITEM 14)
• We have added disclosures regarding non-compensated client referrals, including those from third-party
investment managers we recommend and members of our advisory board. Additionally, some employees or
owners of these third-party managers are also clients of firm.
Next Steps for Clients: If you have any questions about these updates, please contact us at 949-301-9060 or
reshma@proveniocapital.com.
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ITEM 3 – TABLE OF CONTENTS
ITEM 2 – MATERIAL CHANGES ................................................................................................................................... 2
ITEM 3 – TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................................................................................. 3
ITEM 4 – ADVISORY BUSINESS .................................................................................................................................. 4
ITEM 5 – FEES AND COMPENSATION........................................................................................................................ 7
ITEM 6 – PERFORMANCE BASED FEES AND SIDE BY SIDE MANAGEMENT ...................................................... 10
ITEM 7 – TYPES OF CLIENTS .................................................................................................................................... 10
ITEM 8 – METHODS OF ANALYSIS, INVESTMENT STRATEGIES AND RISK OF LOSS ........................................ 11
ITEM 9 – DISCIPLINARY INFORMATION................................................................................................................... 15
ITEM 10 – OTHER FINANCIAL INDUSTRY ACTIVITIES AND AFFILIATIONS .......................................................... 15
ITEM 11 – CODE OF ETHICS, PARTICIPATION OR INTEREST IN CLIENT TRANSACTIONS AND PERSONAL
TRADING ..................................................................................................................................................................... 17
ITEM 12 – BROKERAGE PRACTICES ....................................................................................................................... 18
ITEM 13 – REVIEW OF ACCOUNTS .......................................................................................................................... 19
ITEM 14 – CLIENT REFERRALS AND OTHER COMPENSATION .................................................................. 20
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
This Brochure is designed to disclose potential conflicts of interest related to investment transactions, compensation,
and other factors influencing investment decisions made by our firm or its representatives. As a fiduciary, we are
committed to acting in the best interests of our clients. This includes understanding their financial needs, risk tolerance,
and time horizons. Our firm fosters a service-oriented advisory approach, maintaining open communication with a
diverse client base to support their financial goals. By aligning investment strategies with client objectives and providing
transparency about our process, we strive to build informed and trusted relationships.
FIRM INFORMATION
Provenio Capital Management LLC (“Provenio Capital” or “we” or “our”) is a privately owned limited liability corporation
headquartered in Newport Beach, California. Provenio Capital is registered as an investment adviser with the U.S.
Securities and Exchange Commission*. Provenio Capital was founded in 2016 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of
Provenio Capital LLC, of which Benjamin Durrant and Kevin Murphy are the principal owners.
*Registration with the SEC as an investment adviser does not imply a certain level of skill or training.
INVESTMENT ADVISORY SERVICES
Provenio Capital is a boutique, independent advisory firm dedicated to providing wealth management solutions with an
expertise in alternative investments. We seek to manage risk, design customized portfolio solutions, and utilize tax-
efficient structuring to align with each client's goals, risk tolerance, and broader financial objectives.
Client Onboarding and Portfolio Construction
At Provenio Capital, the foundation of each client relationship begins with a comprehensive onboarding process
designed to develop a deep understanding of the client’s estate planning, financial objectives, and investment profile.
This process is structured to ensure that each client’s portfolio is thoughtfully constructed with a clear, documented
strategy that aligns with their long-term financial goals.
Our client services team engages in a series of in-depth conversations to gain insight into key financial parameters,
including:
Investment time horizon
• Risk tolerance and return expectations
• Existing assets and balance sheet
•
• Tax sensitivities and structuring considerations
• Liquidity needs and income requirements
• Estate planning and entity structures
This process is memorialized in a formal Investment Policy Statement (“IPS”), which serves as the cornerstone of the
advisory relationship. The IPS provides a structured yet adaptable framework that guides decision-making throughout the
investment lifecycle—from discovery and portfolio construction to ongoing monitoring.
Investment objectives and return expectations
The IPS defines:
•
• Risk parameters and comfort zones, including exposure to alternative investments
• Liquidity planning and cash flow considerations
• Strategic asset allocation guidelines
• Structuring and entity-aware positioning for optimal wealth preservation and growth
The IPS is a living document, designed to evolve with changing market conditions, new investment opportunities, and
shifts in the client’s financial situation and lifestyle over time. It is formally reviewed at least annually with the client to
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ensure continued alignment with their evolving needs and market dynamics.
Asset Allocation
With the IPS as a strategic blueprint, we then build portfolios based on our curated list of third-party investment managers,
vetted and diligenced by our investment team. Our expertise is deeply rooted in alternative investments, with a focus on:
• Private Equity
• Private Credit
• Venture Capital
• Hedge Funds
• Real Estate
• Real Assets & Infrastructure
Depending on a client’s specific goals and objectives, we may also incorporate traditional liquid assets to enhance
diversification and liquidity:
• Equities: Custom implementation of indexing strategies that employ tax-loss harvesting
• Fixed Income Portfolios: Structured to enhance yield while considering tax efficiency
Additionally, for clients seeking opportunistic strategies with specific risk-return objectives, we offer Co-Investment
opportunities alongside our managers. A co-investment is a direct investment made alongside a fund manager but
separate from the main fund. Most commonly associated with venture capital and private equity, co-investments typically
involve an investment in a specific company. Currently, these investments are structured through Special Purpose
Vehicles (SPVs), where we have discretion over investment execution, allowing clients to directly participate in select
deals.
Each investment allocation is structured to optimize positioning within the client’s entity framework, ensuring seamless
integration with estate planning strategies, tax efficiencies, income needs, and liquidity restraints. Provenio Capital’s
disciplined yet adaptive approach enables clients to build portfolios that fully aligned with their long-term wealth objectives.
Entity Structuring and Portfolio Implementation
Provenio Capital primarily advises clients in a non-discretionary capacity, providing customized investment solutions
aligned with their financial goals, risk tolerance, and estate planning needs. However, where structuring plays a critical
role in optimizing tax efficiencies, liquidity management, and long-term wealth preservation, we offer discretionary
investment solutions through Insurance-Dedicated Funds (IDFs) and Separately Managed Accounts (SMAs).
We integrate alternative investments, fixed income, and equities into tax-efficient, entity-specific solutions for trusts,
foundations, and family offices, ensuring each portfolio is structured to best reflect the client’s estate and wealth planning
objectives. These structuring options are implemented when appropriate to enhance portfolio efficiency and alignment
with the client’s broader financial framework.
Additional details on our discretionary authority and investment implementation can be found 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 advisory services below
under Item 5 - Fees and Compensation.
Portfolio Monitoring and Reporting
Portfolios are continuously monitored as part of our ongoing client service and portfolio management process. Underlying
investment managers are evaluated through our internal investment team’s ongoing due diligence process. Additionally,
clients receive comprehensive performance reports to track and assess their investments.
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OTHER PLANNING SERVICES
Provenio Capital offers other planning services as requested by the client. The scope of the services will be determined
by agreement with the client. Areas of focus might include:
(1) Balance sheet organization
(2) Preparing for or living in retirement
(3) General Asset Allocation Advice
(4) High-level income tax planning
(5) Insurance: life, disability, long-term care insurance
(6) Family savings and cash flow planning
(7) Education planning and funding
(8) Charitable gifting
(9) Employee benefit analysis
(10) Other financial advisory services, as determined between Provenio Capital and the client
Insurance analysis and planning are offered through Provenio Capital Insurance Services, a licensed insurance agency
affiliate of Provenio. See Item 10 - Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations.
While Provenio collaborates with tax professionals, it does not provide accounting advice. Likewise, Provenio works
alongside estate planning legal experts but does not offer legal advice. Provenio’s consulting services do not include
the preparation of income tax returns, gift tax, or estate tax returns, nor do they involve drafting legal documents such
as wills or trusts.
TAILORED SERVICES AND CLIENT IMPOSED RESTRICTIONS
Provenio Capital manages assets for each client based on the client’s individual circumstances and financial situation.
We make investment recommendations to clients based on information the client supplies about their financial situation,
goals, and risk tolerance. Our investment recommendations may not be suitable if the client does not provide accurate
and complete information. It is the client’s responsibility to keep Provenio Capital informed of any changes to their
investment objectives or restrictions.
From time to time, clients also request other restrictions on their account(s), such as when a client needs to keep a
minimum level of cash in the account or does not want Provenio Capital to buy or sell certain specific securities or
security types in the account(s). Provenio Capital reserves the right to not accept and/or terminate management of a
client’s account if we believe that the client-imposed restrictions would limit or prevent Provenio Capital from meeting
or maintaining the client’s investment strategy.
WRAP FEE PROGRAMS
Provenio Capital does not manage accounts as part of a wrap or bundled fee program.
ASSETS UNDER MANAGEMENT
Provenio Capital manages client assets on either a discretionary or non-discretionary basis. As of December 31, 2024,
the total amount of assets under our management was:
Discretionary Assets
Non-Discretionary Assets
Total Assets
$211,802,987
$1,429,780,695
$1,641,583,682
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ITEM 5 – FEES AND COMPENSATION
FEE SCHEDULE
Investment Advisory Services
Provenio Capital utilizes a tiered advisory fee structure for investment advisory services, calculated as a percentage of
assets under advisement (AUA). Fees are applied at a blended rate, meaning different portions of the portfolio are
charged at varying rates as they reach the respective asset tiers. Each client’s specific fee structure is outlined in their
investment advisory agreement.
Alternative Assets Fee Schedule
$15,000,000
$25,000,000
$35,000,000
$45,000,000
$80,000,000
$130,000,000
Assets Under Management
$0
$15,000,000
$25,000,000
$35,000,000
$45,000,000
$80,000,000
$130,000,001+
Annual Fee Rate
1.00%
0.85%
0.65%
0.45%
0.35%
0.25%
0.20%
Tier 1
Tier 2
Tier 3
Tier 4
Tier 5
Tier 6
Tier 7
Minimum Annual Fee: $20,000
Traditional Assets Fee Schedule
• Equities: 0.50%
• Fixed Income: 0.25%
Our standard fee schedule is negotiable based on several factors, which include but are not limited to “grandfathered”
accounts, related accounts, and other structures that we consider in special situations. Provenio Capital manages
some accounts without charge at their discretion.
Insurance Dedicated Fund
An Insurance Dedicated Fund (“IDF”) is a fund managed by an investment manager, typically designed for segregated
asset accounts (separate accounts) of insurance companies that issue Private Placement Life Insurance (PPLI) and
Private Placement Variable Annuities (PPVA). The insurance companies issue policies to policyowners who invest in
the IDF.
As the manager and sub-adviser of the IDF, Provenio Capital receives a percentage-based fee on the assets invested
in the fund. The specific fees charged to the IDF are detailed in the IDF’s offering documents. Asset valuations occur
monthly, though some funds may be valued quarterly. Provenio Capital receives fee payments on a quarterly basis in
arrears, calculated based on the aggregate assets under management (AUM) within the IDF.
Separately Managed Accounts
The policyholder may allocate cash value to an investment managed by an independent investment manager, such as
Provenio Capital. This account is permitted to invest in a broader range of investments, not limited to IDFs. The
independent investment manager may operate under an investment policy statement and, similar to an IDF, manages
the account on a discretionary basis. A separately managed account (“SMA”) is typically established for a single
individual or family, whereas an IDF may include multiple insured parties. In both cases, the investor control doctrine
and diversification rules apply.
The fees charged to SMA clients are outlined in the agreement between Provenio and the insurance carrier. Provenio
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Capital receives a percentage of assets invested in the SMA. The invested assets are valued as per the SMA governing
documents provided by the insurance carrier. Provenio Capital receives fee payments on a quarterly basis in arrears
based on the aggregate AUM invested in the SMA. The insurance carrier calculates and facilitates all fee payments
to Provenio Capital.
Co-Investments
Fees assessed for each co-investment will be based on performance rather than assets under management. Please
refer to the governing documents, subscription agreements and any investment management agreement between
Provenio Capital and each co-investment for the specific fee and compensation arrangement.
All organizational and operating expenses of the co-investment will be paid by the co-investment, excluding any
regulatory expenses, or other costs incurred by the general partner in connection with its daily operations, including
but not limited to salary and other payments to employees or officers of the general partner.
In addition, each co-investment will pay, or reimburse the general partner or its affiliates for, or will be responsible for
operating costs and expenses incurred by it or on its behalf, including (i) out-of-pocket expenses that are associated
with disposing portfolio company securities, including transactions not completed; (ii) extraordinary expenses, if any
(such as certain valuation expenses, litigation and indemnification payments); (iii) interest on borrowed money,
investment banking, financing and brokerage fees and expenses, if any; (iv) expenses associated with the co-
investment’s tax returns and Schedules K-1, custodial, legal and insurance expense, any taxes, fees or other
governmental charges levied against the co-investment; (v) attorneys’ and accountants’ fees and disbursements on
behalf of the co-investment; (vi) insurance, regulatory or litigation expenses (and damages); (vii) expenses incurred in
connection with the winding up or liquidation of the co-investment (other than liquidation expenses permissible under
the governing documents); (viii) expenses incurred in connection with the winding up or liquidation of the co-investment
(other than liquidation expenses permissible in the governing documents); (ix) expenses incurred in connection with
any amendments to the constituent documents of the co-investment and related entities, including the general partner;
and (x) expenses incurred in connection with the distributions to the investors in the co-investment and in connection
with any meetings called by the general partner.
Other Planning Services
Provenio Capital offers other planning services for a mutually agreed upon flat fee. Fees may range between $5,000
and $50,000 depending on the scope of services performed.
BILLING METHOD
Investment Advisory Services
Provenio Capital’s advisory fees are payable quarterly in arrears. Provenio Capital excludes cash positions from the
billable value of the account. Billable values are based on the average daily market value of the account during the
quarter, where available. If daily pricing is not available, billable values will be based on the most frequently available
pricing data, which may be monthly (average of the account’s value on the last day of each month in the calendar
quarter), quarterly (quarter end value), or annually (most recent reported value). When calculating asset-based fees,
Provenio Capital relies on third-party valuations, as Provenio does not independently determine asset values.
For new client accounts, the first payment is a pro-rata calculation that takes into consideration the number of days
remaining in the quarter and the initial value of the portfolio.
It is up to the client whether they wish to have the advisory fees withdrawn directly from their custodian account if
applicable or pay by check or wire. With client authorization, Provenio Capital will automatically withdraw Provenio
Capital’s advisory fee on a quarterly basis from the client’s account held by an independent custodian. Clients will
receive brokerage statements from the custodian no less frequently than quarterly. The custodian statement will show
the deduction of the advisory fee for those clients who authorize the advisory fees to be withdrawn directly from their
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custodian account. Provenio Capital will send an invoice to any clients who choose not to have advisory fees withdrawn
directly from their custodian account. The invoice is payable upon receipt and will include the fee calculation and
amount due.
Insurance Dedicated Fund
Provenio Capital advisory fees are payable quarterly in arrears based on assets under management. The IDF
administrator calculates the fees on a monthly basis and deducts the fees from the IDF on a quarterly basis.
Separately Managed Accounts
Provenio Capital advisory fees are payable quarterly in arrears based on assets under management. The administrator
of the SMA calculates the fees on a monthly basis and deducts the fees from the SMA on a quarterly basis.
Co-Investments
The co-investment administrator will distribute the agreed upon performance-based fee on any investment gains to
Provenio Capital upon a successful exit in accordance with the governing documents.
Other Planning Services
Provenio Capital offers other planning services at the request of the client. Generally, Provenio Capital charges an
annual fee which is paid quarterly in equal increments. Provenio Capital may negotiate alternative billing terms by
agreement with the client.
OTHER FEES AND EXPENSES
Provenio Capital’s fees do not cover custodian fees or the fees charged by third-party managers selected for client
portfolios. Clients are encouraged to carefully review each third-party manager’s Form ADV Part 2 Brochure for details
on their fees, along with any additional charges and applicable billing methods. Third-party manager fees for alternative
investments typically range from 1.0% to 2.5% annually for management fees and 10% to 30% for performance fees.
For traditional equities and fixed income, management fees generally range from 0.50% to 2.0% and 0.10% to 0.50%,
respectively.
In addition to Provenio Capital’s fees, clients are responsible for all brokerage commissions, stock transfer fees, margin
charges, foreign exchange and settlement fees, and any other transaction-related costs incurred within their accounts.
These expenses are deducted from the assets in the account and are separate from the advisory fees paid to Provenio
Capital.
In addition, certain mutual fund shares held in a client’s account are subject to 12b-1 fees, early redemption fees,
and/or other fund-related expenses. The fund’s prospectus fully describes the fees and expenses. All fees paid to
Provenio Capital for investment advisory services are separate and distinct from the fees and expenses charged by
mutual funds. Mutual funds pay advisory fees to their managers, which are indirectly charged to all holders of the
mutual fund shares. Consequently, clients with mutual funds in their portfolios are effectively paying both Provenio
Capital and the mutual fund manager for the management of their assets.
TERMINATION
Either party may terminate the advisory agreement with 30 days’ notice by providing written notice to the other party.
However, exception may be given at Provenio Capital’s discretion.
Upon termination of the agreement, any earned, unpaid advisory fees will be due and payable. The client will receive
an invoice showing the advisory fees due for services rendered and not yet paid.
Terminations will not affect liabilities or obligations from transactions initiated in client accounts prior to termination. In
the event the client terminates the investment advisory agreement, Provenio Capital will not liquidate any securities in
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the account unless instructed by the client to do so. In the event of client’s death or disability, Provenio Capital will
continue management of the account until we are notified of client’s death or disability and given alternative instructions
by an authorized party. Our ongoing management and/or ability to effect transactions in a client’s account(s) are limited
by restrictions placed on accounts by the client’s broker/custodian.
OTHER COMPENSATION
Provenio Capital does not accept compensation for the sale of securities or other investment products, including asset-
based sales charges or service fees from the sale of mutual funds. However, at times, our third-party managers may
offer an incentive to Provenio Capital for recommending its fund to clients. In such cases, Provenio Capital will always
seek to negotiate any incentives to directly benefit our clients, such as by securing improved investment terms or
arranging a rebate that is credited back to the applicable clients.
Additionally, while Provenio Capital does not receive commissions on securities transactions, our affiliated company,
Provenio Capital Insurance Services, earns commissions on life insurance products recommended to clients. Clients
are under no obligation to purchase insurance products through our affiliate, and similar products may be available at
lower costs from other providers.
ITEM 6 – PERFORMANCE BASED FEES AND SIDE BY SIDE MANAGEMENT
Provenio Capital is entitled to earn performance-based compensation related to the recommendation of private
investments. From time to time, Provenio Capital and a client may agree that, in lieu of an asset-based management
fee, Provenio Capital will receive a percentage of the capital gains earned by the client from a recommended
investment.
Provenio Capital may charge performance-based fees instead of asset-based management fees for each co-
investment. The performance fee structure varies by investment, but generally falls within a range of 5% (with no
hurdle) to 20% (with a hurdle rate, as defined in the applicable governing documents).
Performance-based compensation creates potential conflicts of interest, as it incentivizes Provenio Capital to
recommend investments that may be riskier or more speculative than those recommended under a traditional asset-
based fee arrangement. The performance-based compensation is charged in compliance with SEC Rule 205-3 of the
Investment Advisers Act of 1940, meaning such fees are only charged to qualified clients (those with at least $1.1
million in assets under Provenio Capital’s management or a net worth of $2.2 million, excluding their primary residence).
Side-by-Side Management and Potential Conflicts
Provenio Capital manages client portfolios under different fee structures, including:
• Traditional asset-based fees, where clients pay a percentage of assets under advisement (AUA).
• Performance-based fees, where Provenio Capital earns a share of capital gains instead of an asset-based
fee.
This side-by-side management creates potential conflicts of interest, including:
• Trade Allocation: Provenio Capital may have an incentive to allocate more favorable investment
•
opportunities to clients who pay performance-based fees.
Investment Selection: The firm may have an incentive to recommend riskier or more speculative investments
for clients under performance-based fee structures.
ITEM 7 – TYPES OF CLIENTS
Provenio Capital provides advisory services to individuals, high net worth individuals, trusts and estates, foundations,
individual participants of retirement plans, pension and profit-sharing plans, businesses, insurance companies and the
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co-investments.
ITEM 8 – METHODS OF ANALYSIS, INVESTMENT STRATEGIES AND RISK OF LOSS
METHODS OF ANALYSIS & MANAGER SELECTION PROCESS
Provenio Capital’s manager selection process is rigorous and methodical, structured around a clear research
framework and investment pipeline. Our process involves the following stages:
(1) Sourcing and Screening Managers
• We identify managers through our network, industry relationships, intermediaries, and conferences.
• All opportunities are evaluated against Provenio’s proprietary manager analysis framework and checklist of
desired attributes.
• Opportunities are maintained in a proprietary database, allowing us to track potential investments within each
asset class.
(2) Initial Due Diligence
• Preliminary Review: Investment team members review fund materials and engage with managers to assess
team pedigree, strategy, performance, and structure.
• Qualitative Review: We analyze people, philosophy, process, and portfolio construction using manager
materials, industry data, and market insights.
• Quantitative Review: Depending on the asset class, we examine track records, stress test assumptions, and
assess the competitive landscape.
• Final Evaluation: We conduct reference checks (manager-supplied and Provenio’s network) and final team-
wide Q&A.
(3) Operational Due Diligence
• Provenio partners with outsourced vendors for operational due diligence (ODD).
• ODD includes assessing regulatory compliance, IT systems, operations, accounting practices, and service
providers.
• We conduct thorough background checks, SEC verifications, and confirm key partnerships (fund
administrator, audit firm, legal counsel).
(4) Investment Memo and Committee Approval
• A detailed investment memo, including CIO commentary, is prepared following completion of the due diligence
questionnaire (DDQ).
• The investment memo highlights both strengths and risks of the opportunity.
• The investment case is formally presented to Provenio’s Investment Committee for discussion and voting
before a manager is approved.
(5) Ongoing Due Diligence
• Continuous monitoring through quarterly conference calls, performance attribution analysis, and periodic site
visits.
If material issues persist, a recommendation for manager termination is made.
• Managers are placed on “watch list” if concerns arise regarding people, process, philosophy, or performance.
•
Risks associated with investment managers may include but are not limited to:
• Style Drift: The manager deviates from the strategy for which they were hired, such as a long/short equity
manager unexpectedly incorporating credit instruments.
• Key-Person Risk: The departure of a primary investment decision-maker, which could disrupt the manager’s
strategy.
• Operational Risk: Failures or deficiencies in reporting, communication, or third-party service providers.
•
Investor Concentration Risk: Heavy reliance on a few investors may expose the manager to business
continuity risks in the event of large redemptions.
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• Breach of Risk Limits: Violations of pre-established risk parameters set during the due diligence process.
• Organizational Changes: Significant shifts in ownership structure, incentive models, or regulatory standing.
Third Party Manager Strategies and Risks
Provenio Capital may recommend third-party managers who operate under their own investment processes and
analysis methods. These managers may employ strategies and invest in securities that carry unique risks not covered
in this brochure. Clients should review each manager’s Form ADV Part 2 brochure for detailed information about their
specific investment strategies and associated risks.
INVESTMENT STRATEGIES
Provenio Capital employs a client-centric investment approach designed to align with each client’s unique financial
goals and objectives. Our process begins with in-depth discovery to understand the client’s investment objectives, time
horizon, risk tolerance, tax considerations, liquidity needs, and any specific preferences or restrictions they wish to
impose. Based on this information, Provenio Capital crafts a tailored investment strategy and recommends investments
that we believe are most appropriate for achieving the client’s goals.
Given our bespoke approach, client portfolios with similar objectives may still hold different positions due to factors
such as timing, tax implications, and investment vehicle structure. Provenio Capital emphasizes diversification and
disciplined portfolio construction, ensuring that strategies align with each client’s specific circumstances.
RISK OF LOSS
All investments involve a degree of risk, including the potential loss of principal. Clients must be prepared for
fluctuations in their portfolio value and acknowledge that assets may, at any point, be worth more or less than their
original investment. Provenio Capital makes investment recommendations based on a client’s risk tolerance and
investment objectives, but no strategy can eliminate all risks. While we outline broad risk categories below, each
security or investment vehicle has unique risks. Clients are strongly encouraged to review offering documents,
prospectuses, or other materials provided by issuers or custodians to fully understand the risks tied to their investments.
General Risks of Investing
The value of securities and investment strategies recommended by Provenio Capital may be affected by various
market, economic, and geopolitical factors. These risks include, but are not limited to:
• Market Risk: Prices of securities may decline due to economic conditions, geopolitical events, investor
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sentiment, or other external factors.
Interest Rate Risk: Changes in interest rates can negatively affect bond prices, loan valuations, and other
fixed-income investments.
• Credit Risk: Debt securities and fixed-income instruments are subject to the risk that issuers may default on
their obligations.
• Liquidity Risk: Certain investments, including alternative assets and private securities, may be difficult to sell
quickly without incurring substantial losses.
Inflation Risk: Rising inflation may erode purchasing power and impact investment returns.
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• Foreign Securities & Emerging Markets Risk: Investing in foreign securities carries risks such as political
instability, currency fluctuations, and regulatory differences. Emerging markets, in particular, may be subject
to heightened volatility and liquidity constraints.
• Currency Risk: The value of investments in foreign markets may be affected by fluctuations in exchange
rates.
• Counterparty Risk: Transactions involving derivatives, swaps, or other contractual agreements carry the risk
that the counterparty may default on its obligations.
• Management Risk: The performance of actively managed investments depends on the decision-making of
portfolio managers. Their assessments of market conditions and security selection may not always produce
the intended results.
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Concentration Risk
• Portfolios heavily concentrated in a particular sector, industry, or asset class face increased volatility and
exposure to adverse market conditions.
Risks of Specific Investment Vehicles
Mutual Funds & Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)
• Expense Risk: Mutual funds and ETFs charge operating expenses that can reduce overall returns, regardless
of performance.
• Lack of Control: Investors cannot directly influence a fund’s portfolio holdings or trading decisions.
• Pricing & Liquidity Risk: Unlike individual securities, mutual funds trade at the net asset value (NAV)
determined after market close, which may differ from intraday price movements of underlying assets.
Leveraged and inverse ETFs may exhibit significantly different performance over time compared to their stated
objectives.
Alternative & Private Investments
Alternative and private investments—including hedge funds, private equity, real estate, and credit strategies—offer
diversification benefits due to their low correlation to traditional asset classes. However, they also carry heightened
risks that investors should consider:
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Illiquidity: Many alternative and private investments impose lock-up periods or restrict redemption
opportunities, limiting access to capital.
• Leverage Risk: Borrowed capital may amplify both gains and losses, increasing exposure to financial distress
during market downturns.
• Valuation & Pricing Risk: Unlike publicly traded securities, private investments and real estate lack readily
ascertainable market prices, making valuations more subjective and reliant on estimates.
• Market & Economic Sensitivity: Private investments and real estate holdings are affected by
macroeconomic factors, such as interest rate fluctuations, demographic trends, and supply-demand
imbalances.
• Operational & Management Risks: Direct ownership in real estate or private businesses requires active
management. Poor execution, regulatory shifts, or tenant/business defaults can negatively impact returns.
• Lack of Transparency: Some alternative investments are not subject to public reporting requirements,
limiting investor insight into fund holdings, valuation practices, and risk exposures.
• Conflicts of Interest: Private funds and real estate managers may have discretion in valuing portfolio assets,
which can impact performance-based compensation. This may lead to inaccurate valuations affecting capital
contributions or withdrawals.
• Limited Exit Strategies: Selling private investments or real estate assets often requires significant time and
effort, and liquidation may occur at a discount.
Private Credit & Direct Lending Risks
• Default Risk: Borrowers may be unable to repay, resulting in potential losses.
• Liquidity Risk: Private loans often have long maturities with limited secondary market options.
• Covenant Risks: Some borrowers may lack traditional financial covenants, increasing potential loss severity
in default situations.
Derivatives, Short Sales, & Structured Products
• Derivatives Risk: Futures, options, and other derivatives introduce leverage, which can amplify losses
beyond the initial investment.
• Short Sale Risk: Short selling exposes investors to unlimited losses if the price of the shorted security rises.
• Complexity Risk: Certain structured products and leveraged ETFs may have unique risk profiles that make
them unsuitable for all investors.
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Other Systemic & External Risks
• Natural Disasters & Global Events: Geopolitical instability, pandemics, natural disasters, and other
unforeseen events can disrupt markets and economic activity, affecting investment returns.
• Cybersecurity Risk: Provenio Capital, as well as the investment managers and service providers we work
with, rely on digital infrastructure that may be vulnerable to cyberattacks, data breaches, or operational
failures. Such events could result in financial loss, business disruptions, and unauthorized access to sensitive
client information.
Regulatory & Compliance Risks
Investments and securities are subject to evolving regulations that may affect their performance or liquidity. Examples:
• Tax Law Changes: Shifts in taxation policy could impact investment returns.
• Regulatory Restrictions: Governments or regulatory agencies may impose new restrictions on certain
securities, affecting their availability or desirability.
Client Considerations
Investment decisions should be based on an individual’s risk tolerance, liquidity needs, and overall financial objectives.
Clients should thoroughly review all relevant disclosures and consider consulting with financial and tax professionals
before committing capital to any investment strategy. While Provenio Capital strives to balance risk and opportunity,
investors must recognize that no investment is free of risk, and losses may occur.
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
Provenio Capital relies on the client’s custodian or individual fund manager to determine the value of assets held in
client portfolios. Co-investment and direct real estate investments are carried at cost, the latest funding round value,
or appraisal value, provided there are no significant impairments and they are not publicly traded.
Provenio Capital and its employees generally are not responsible to any client or investor for losses incurred in an
account unless the conduct resulting in the loss breached Provenio Capital’s fiduciary duty to the client or investor.
Provenio may recommend third-party managers whose employees or related persons are also clients of the firm, or in
which related parties have a financial interest. Please see Item 10 – Other Financial Industry Activities and
Affiliations for additional information regarding conflicts of interest related to third-party manager relationships and
referral arrangements.
CYBERSECURITY AND SYSTEMS RISKS
Provenio relies on computer programs, networks, devices, and systems (and may rely on new systems and technology
in the future) in connection with the Firm’s investment activities. These programs or systems can be subject to certain
defects, failures, interruptions, or security breaches, including, but not limited to, those caused by computer “worms,”
viruses, power failures and social engineering schemes such as “phishing,” each of which could result in a loss to the
clients.
Provenio’s operations are dependent on each of these systems and the successful operation of such systems is often
out of the Firm’s control. Any such defect, failure or breach could have a material adverse effect on clients, the Firm,
or its affiliates. Cybersecurity breaches can cause (i) disruptions and impact business operations, potentially resulting
in financial losses to the clients; (ii) the inability of the Firm and other service providers to transact business; (iii)
violations of applicable privacy and other laws; (iv) regulatory fines, penalties, reputational damage, reimbursement or
other compensation costs, or additional compliance costs; as well as (v) the inadvertent release of confidential or
sensitive information.
BUSINESS CONTINUITY AND DISASTER RECOVERY
Provenio Capital maintains a Business Continuity Plan (“BCP”) to ensure the continuation of services to Provenio
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clients and enhance the safety of its employees. The BCP was developed and tested to provide protocols in an
emergency such as this. These procedures are designed to limit disruption in services and maintain efficient and
effective operations. Provenio Capital has performed comprehensive firm
wide business continuity and disaster
recovery testing over the years. As a result, Provenio Capital has a well-defined plan, and its controls and policies are
effective.
ITEM 9 – DISCIPLINARY INFORMATION
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. Provenio Capital has no disciplinary history to report, and no such events
apply.
ITEM 10 – OTHER FINANCIAL INDUSTRY ACTIVITIES AND AFFILIATIONS
AFFILIATED INSURANCE AGENCY
Provenio Capital is affiliated with Provenio Capital Insurance Services LLC (“Provenio Insurance”), a licensed insurance
agency. Provenio Capital and Provenio Insurance share the same principal place of business and are both 100%
owned by Provenio Capital LLC. Principal, Kevin Murphy, is also licensed as an insurance agent through Provenio
Insurance and devotes a portion of his business time to Provenio Insurance. In addition, Financial Synergistics Group,
Inc. ("Financial Synergistics"), a state registered investment adviser, partners with Provenio Insurance for insurance
analysis and underwriting. Financial Synergistics Group employs Mr. JT Murphy, who is the son of Mr. Kevin Murphy,
and who may also receive commissions from the sale of products. This family relationship and commission structure
introduces conflicts of interest.
As a licensed insurance agent, Mr. Murphy, in partnership with Financial Synergistics, from time to time may
recommend insurance products either as part of a financial plan or on a standalone basis and receive normal and
customary commissions if a client purchases insurance products. This presents a conflict of interest as: (i) there is a
greater incentive to recommend products that yield a commission, which may vary based on the insurance carrier and
type of commissionable insurance products offered, and (ii) among insurance products, there is a greater incentive to
recommend products that yield the highest commission. When recommending commissionable products to advisory
clients, although similar products or services may be obtained elsewhere for a lesser fee, we have a fiduciary duty to
recommend products that are in the best interest of the client regardless of whether we are receiving a commission on
the product or the amount of the commission. Clients are under no obligation to act on any insurance recommendations
or place any transactions through these insurance agents if they decide to follow their recommendations.
Sometimes, the insurance products might be offered and sold to individuals employed by the third-party management
firms we refer for inclusion in client portfolios. Such referrals create a conflict as to whether we are recommending third-
party investment managers based on whether their employees purchase insurance from Provenio Insurance. We do
not take into account the purchase of any products from our affiliates in any manner in recommending third-party
investment managers to our clients and we have a fiduciary duty to recommend third-party investment managers that
are in the best interests of our clients regardless of what products their employees may purchase from our affiliates.
In addition, Provenio Capital manages the conflicts of interests set forth above through various means, including
compliance policies and procedures, internal control monitoring, and employee training.
FFR GROUP, LLC AFFILIATION
Kevin Murphy holds a passive 0.04% ownership interest in FFR Group, LLC (“FFR”), an independent producer group
that offers insurance-based products for high-net-worth clients. Mr. Murphy may benefit from FFR’s profits if Provenio
clients purchase products through FFR. This presents a potential conflict of interest, though clients are under no
obligation to act on related recommendations or use FFR’s services.
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GENERAL PARTNER INTERESTS
Mr. Durrant has an ownership interest in Caffeinated Capital GP II, LLC, which serves as the general partner of the
Caffeinated Capital Fund II, LP and Consumer Fund Holdco, LLC, which is a member of Sandbridge Consumer Fund I
General Partner, LLC, the general partner for Sandbridge Consumer Fund I, LP and Sandbridge Consumer (Parallel)
Fund I, LP. Provenio Capital clients are invested in Caffeinated Capital Fund II, LP and Sandbridge Consumer Fund
I, LP. Because of Mr. Durrant’s interests in these general partnerships, a conflict of interest exists, in that Mr. Durrant
has the incentive to recommend these funds to Provenio Capital clients. See Item 11 below for more information on
how we address this conflict.
DIFFERENTIATED CLIENT SERVICES
Provenio Capital may provide certain clients with more frequent or detailed services, reporting, or communications than
others. While this does not affect investment decision-making, it may create the appearance of preferential treatment.
Provenio maintains a fiduciary duty to act in each client’s best interest regardless of service level.
RELATIONSHIPS WITH THIRD-PARTY MANAGERS AND POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
Referrals from Third-Party Investment Managers
As explained in Item 4, Provenio Capital recommends to its clients that they invest with various third-party investment
managers, which are investment advisers, and which Provenio Capital has evaluated, screened and diligenced (the
“Third-Party Managers”). Some of the Third-Party Managers refer clients to us. Provenio Capital does not compensate
these Third-Party Managers for these referrals. Such referrals create a conflict as to whether we are recommending
Third-Party Managers based on whether we will receive referrals from them.
We do not take into account the potential receipt of referrals in any manner when recommending Third-Party Managers
to our clients. We have a fiduciary duty to recommend Third-Party Managers that are in the best interests of our clients,
regardless of any client referrals we may receive. We are committed to ensuring transparency and maintaining the
highest standards of integrity in our investment activities. We continue to follow stringent due diligence and ethical
standards to manage and mitigate any potential conflicts of interest in our business operations.
Relationships with Third-Party Managers
Some employees of and individuals with ownership interests in Third-Party Managers are also clients of Provenio
Capital. This creates a conflict as to whether our recommendation of Third-Party Managers are influenced by client
relationships. Provenio may also allocate assets to Third-Party Managers in which a related party of Provenio has a
financial interest, creating a conflict of interest.
In both instances, these relationships may create potential conflicts of interest. However, we have a fiduciary duty to
recommend Third-Party Managers that are in the best interests of our clients, regardless of any such relationships. As
part of our due diligence process, we disclose these relationships to ensure transparency. We are committed to integrity
and uphold rigorous ethical and due diligence standards to identify, mitigate, and manage potential conflicts of interest.
Advisory Board Member Relationships
Some members of Provenio Capital’s advisory board are also clients of the firm. While this relationship does not create
a direct conflict, it could create the appearance of preferential treatment. Advisory board members do not participate
in the firm’s investment decision-making process, portfolio management, or client-specific recommendations. Provenio
Capital adheres to a fiduciary duty, ensuring that all investment advice is provided solely in the best interest of clients,
regardless of any advisory board affiliations. Advisory board members serve in a non-compensated capacity, further
reducing the potential for conflicts of interest.
Incidental Benefits from Portfolio Companies
Provenio Capital may benefit from discounts offered by the companies in which Provenio Capital’s clients invest. By
way of example, Provenio Capital clients have invested with a hotel owner/operator, which provides offers of discounted
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room rates to Provenio Capital clients and Provenio Capital employees. Such discounts may appear to create a
potential conflict as to whether we are recommending investments based on whether we will receive discounts. We
do not take into account the potential receipt of discounts in any manner in making investment recommendations or
decisions and we have a fiduciary duty to recommend investments that are in the best interests of our clients regardless
of what discounts may be offered to us.
Conflict Management and Mitigation Strategies
To address and manage these conflicts of interest:
(1) We have established procedures to ensure that all investment decisions are made in the best interest of our clients;
(2) We maintain a robust compliance program to monitor and manage any conflicts; and
(3) We will provide full disclosure to all affected parties regarding potential conflicts.
ITEM 11 – CODE OF ETHICS, PARTICIPATION OR INTEREST IN CLIENT TRANSACTIONS AND
PERSONAL TRADING
CODE OF ETHICS
Provenio Capital believes that we owe clients the highest level of trust and fair dealing. As part of our fiduciary duty, we
place the interests of our clients ahead of the interests of the firm and our personnel. Provenio Capital has adopted a
Code of Ethics that emphasizes the high standards of conduct that Provenio Capital seeks to observe. Provenio
Capital’s personnel are required to always conduct themselves with integrity and follow the principles and policies
detailed in our Code of Ethics.
Provenio Capital’s Code of Ethics attempts to address specific conflicts of interest that either we have identified or that
could likely arise. Provenio Capital’s personnel are required to follow 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, employees who formulate investment advice for clients or who have access to nonpublic
information regarding any clients’ purchase or sale of securities are subject to personal trading policies governed by
the Code of Ethics (see below).
Provenio Capital will provide a complete copy of the Code of Ethics to any client or prospective client upon request.
Personal Trading Practices
Provenio Capital and our employees may purchase or sell securities for themselves that we also recommend to clients.
This presents a conflict of interest, as we have an 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 potential conflicts include the following:
(1) The client receives the opportunity to act on investment recommendations prior to or at the same time as accounts
of Provenio Capital and our employees.
(2) Provenio Capital prohibits trading in a manner that takes personal advantage of client transactions.
(3) Provenio Capital requires our employees to obtain pre-approval for personal trades from the Chief Compliance
Officer and to report their personal securities transactions to the firm.
(4) Under certain limited circumstances, we make exceptions to the policies stated above. Provenio Capital will
maintain records of these trades, including the reasons for any exceptions.
FIRM OVERSIGHT AND SUPERVISION
Provenio Capital utilizes a committee-based governance framework to help oversee its fiduciary, compliance, and
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valuation responsibilities.
• The Investment Committee, chaired by the Chief Investment Officer, is responsible for investment approvals,
monitoring client portfolio alignment, and due diligence on managers and investment opportunities.
• The Valuation Committee, chaired by the Senior Vice President of Investment Operations, oversees the
processes for reviewing and approving valuations across client accounts and special purpose vehicles, using
custodian and manager-provided data as appropriate.
• The Compliance Committee, chaired by the Chief Compliance Officer, assists in overseeing adherence to
regulatory requirements and the firm’s Code of Ethics, reviewing disclosures, conflicts, marketing materials,
and client complaints.
These committees provide formalized oversight and help ensure that Provenio’s activities remain consistent with its
fiduciary duty and regulatory obligations.
PARTICIPATION OR INTEREST IN CLIENT TRANSACTIONS
As described above under Item 10, from time to time, Provenio Capital recommends that clients invest in a fund or
company in which one or more of our employees has an ownership interest. This presents a conflict of interest between
the client’s interests and the interests of the Provenio Capital employee. To address this conflict, Provenio Capital will
disclose existing and intended ownership interests in funds or companies recommended to clients at the time of the
recommendation. These investments are subject to the same due diligence and approval standards as any other
investment recommended to clients. Any conflicts of interest identified during the due diligence and approval process
will be reviewed by Provenio Capital’s Compliance Committee and remediated or disclosed to investors at the time of
the recommendation or at any time a conflict emerges. If either Provenio Capital or our employees will receive
additional compensation in connection with recommending such investments beyond Provenio Capital’s customary
and disclosed advisory fees or any indirect benefit is received as a result of the ownership interest (see also Other
Compensation under Item 5), the compensation and or benefit will be disclosed to the client at the time of the
recommendation or prior to the receipt of any additional benefits or compensation.
From time to time, Provenio Capital recommends that clients make an investment in which one or more of its clients
has an ownership interest. This presents a conflict of interest between the client’s interests and the interests of
Provenio Capital. To address this conflict and to ensure the Firm is acting in its client’s best interest, Provenio Capital
conducts initial and ongoing due diligence of all recommended investments. Any conflict of interest identified during
the due diligence process will be reviewed by Provenio Capital’s Compliance Committee and disclosed to clients at the
time of the recommendation or at any time a conflict of interest emerges.
In its investment advisory role, Provenio Capital may provide insurance services or refer clients to strategic partners
who promote traditional insurance products and receive standard commissions upon client purchases, and who may
be relatives of Provenio employees. Such relatives may possess financial or other interests in the transactions,
potentially resulting in direct and indirect benefits to them and to Provenio. Such arrangements could create conflicts
of interest due to incentives to recommend commission-generating products, which vary by insurance carrier and
product type. Nonetheless, we affirm our fiduciary commitment to act in our clients' best interests when recommending
any commissionable products.
ITEM 12 – BROKERAGE PRACTICES
FACTORS CONSIDERED IN SELECTING BROKER-DEALERS FOR CLIENT TRANSACTIONS
Provenio Capital requires clients to have one or more custodian accounts in their own name, at a qualified custodian
of the client’s choice, for any cash or securities managed by Provenio Capital. For clients in need of brokerage or
custodial services, Provenio Capital recommends the use of Schwab Advisor Services™, a division of Charles Schwab
& Co., Inc. (“Schwab”). Schwab is an unaffiliated SEC-registered broker-dealer and FINRA (Financial Industry
Regulatory Authority) member firm and is a qualified custodian. Custodians offer services to independently registered
investment advisers, which include custody of securities, trade execution, and clearance and settlement of transactions.
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The client will enter into a separate agreement with the custodian to custody the assets. We are independently owned
and operated, and unaffiliated with Schwab.
We seek to recommend a custodian/broker who will hold client assets and execute transactions on terms that are,
overall, most advantageous when compared to other available providers and their services. We consider a wide range
of factors, including, among others, their respective financial strength, reputation, execution, pricing, commissions and
execution costs, research, and service.
Research and Other Benefits
Provenio Capital receives from particular broker-dealers/custodians, without cost (or at a discount), support services
and/or products that benefit Provenio Capital but may not directly benefit our clients or their accounts. The custodians
make available products and services that assist Provenio Capital in managing and administering clients’ accounts
including software and other technology that:
(1) provide access to client account data (such as trade confirmations and account statements);
(2) facilitate trade execution and allocate aggregated trade orders for multiple client accounts;
(3) provide research, pricing, and other market data;
(4) facilitate payment of Provenio Capital’s fees from our clients’ accounts; and
(5) assist with back-office functions, recordkeeping, and client reporting.
The custodians also offer other services intended to help Provenio Capital manage and further develop our business
enterprise. These services include some or all the following:
(1) educational conferences and events;
(2) compliance, legal and business consulting;
(3) publications and conferences on practice management and business succession; and
(4) access to employee benefits providers, human capital consultants, and insurance providers.
The custodians provide some of these services themselves or arrange for third-party vendors to provide the services
to Provenio Capital. The custodians may also discount or waive their fees for some of these services or pay all or a
part of a third party’s fees. The custodians may also provide Provenio Capital with other benefits, such as occasional
business entertainment of the Firm’s personnel. In evaluating whether to recommend that client’s custody their assets
at a specific custodian, we take into account the availability of some of the foregoing products and services and other
arrangements as part of the total mix of factors we consider and not solely the nature, cost or quality of custody and
brokerage services provided by custodians, which creates a potential conflict of interest.
AGGREGATION OF TRANSACTIONS
As Provenio Capital does not trade in individual securities, we do not aggregate client transactions. In making securities
recommendations to clients, we seek to treat all clients equitably. Provenio Capital has adopted policies and procedures
intended to ensure that our trading allocations are fair to all of our clients.
ITEM 13 – REVIEW OF ACCOUNTS
ACCOUNT REVIEWS
Provenio Capital distributes performance reports on a quarterly basis and conducts account reviews with clients on an
annual, semi-annual, or quarterly basis, based on client preferences. The reviews include considering client objectives,
account performance, and overall portfolio construction.
ACCOUNT REPORTING
Each client receives a written statement from the custodian that includes a record of holdings and transactions in the
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account for the reporting period. In addition, Provenio Capital provides written reports detailing performance in client
accounts on a quarterly basis.
ITEM 14 - CLIENT REFERRALS AND OTHER COMPENSATION
BENEFITS WE RECEIVE FROM CUSTODIAL BROKERS
We receive an economic benefit from our recommended custodians in the form of the support products and services
they make available to us and other independent investment advisers whose clients maintain their accounts in their
custody. These products and services, how they benefit Provenio Capital, and the related conflicts of interest are
described above (see Item 12 – Brokerage Practices). The availability of custodial brokers’ products and services to
use is not based on Provenio Capital giving particular investment advice, such as buying particular securities for the
Firm’s clients.
REFERRAL ARRANGEMENTS FOR CLIENT REFERRALS
From time to time, Provenio Capital compensates third parties (and employees), referred to as promoters, who refer
or otherwise introduce prospects to Provenio Capital. These arrangements, which are made pursuant to written
agreements and in accordance with Rule 206(4)-1 under the Advisers Act (the “Marketing Rule”) and any other
applicable state or regulatory requirements, vary in nature and the terms are negotiated between the party and Provenio
Capital. As required by the Marketing Rule, Provenio Capital requires each promoter to provide disclosure about its
compensation arrangement with Provenio Capital, along with a description of any material conflicts of interest raised
by the arrangement. If Provenio Capital accepts a new client who is introduced to Provenio Capital by a third-party
promoter, Provenio Capital will pay such third party promoter a placement fee that is based upon the assets the client
places with Provenio Capital or a portion of the management fee generated by the account for a period of time which
varies on a case-by-case basis. These arrangements present a conflict of interest because the payments may induce
the third-party to recommend Provenio Capital to a client when the third-party might not otherwise do so if there was
no payment. These payments, including the nature of each relationship and a description of material conflicts of
interest, are disclosed to the prospects prior to or at the time of executing an investment advisory agreement and do
not impact the advisory fee paid to Provenio Capital by the client.
Currently, we maintain various types of agreements, to include sub-advisory with Lombard International Life Assurance
Company, SALI Fund Management, LLC, Spearhead Administrative Services, LLC and/or promoter services with
Calamar Financial Solutions. Each arrangement may vary regarding specific terms and conditions and compensation
to include cash and non-cash compensation.
NON-COMPENSATED CLIENT REFERRALS
Provenio Capital receives client referrals from some of the Third-Party Investment Managers we recommend, though
we do not compensate these managers for referrals. Additionally, some employees of Third-Party Managers and
members of our advisory board are also clients of Provenio Capital. While these relationships create a conflict of
interest, we do not take into account referrals or client status when making recommendations. We maintain a fiduciary
duty to act in our clients’ best interests, and we have policies in place to ensure that all recommendations are made
based on objective due diligence and suitability criteria.
ITEM 15 - CUSTODY
Provenio Capital does not maintain physical custody of clients’ funds or securities. However, we may exercise limited
custody of some of our clients’ funds or securities when the clients authorize us to deduct our management fees directly
from the client’s account or when clients have instructed us through a standard letter of authorization to disburse money
to a third-party on their behalf. 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
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any transactions that occurred in the account, including the deduction of our fees.
Clients should carefully review their account statements they receive from the qualified custodian. When clients receive
statements from Provenio Capital as well as from the qualified custodian, they should compare these two reports
carefully for accuracy. 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.
ITEM 16 – INVESTMENT DISCRETION
Provenio Capital offers investment advisory services on either a discretionary or non-discretionary basis, depending
on the client agreement and investment structure. For some clients, Provenio Capital has discretionary authority, while
for others, investment decisions—such as selecting or changing managers—are made on a non-discretionary basis.
The extent of Provenio Capital’s discretion is clearly defined in client agreements, third-party manager agreements, or
custodian account documentation.
When a third-party manager is engaged to invest client assets, they maintain full discretionary authority over the portion
of the client’s account they manage.
For alternative investments not held in the client’s custodian account, the client’s written agreement is required to
participate in the investment and Provenio Capital has no discretionary authority. For these investments, Provenio
Capital will recommend the investment to the client, and if the client chooses to move forward with the investment,
Provenio Capital will provide the necessary offering materials and assist the client in completing the appropriate
subscription documents.
For the IDF and the SMAs, Provenio Capital, through a contractual agreement, has discretion to select or change third
party managers for the account. The number of eligible managers is limited for the IDF.
For mutual funds or securities held directly in certain custodial accounts, Provenio Capital will have discretion to decide
the specific security to trade, the quantity, and the timing of transactions for client accounts and will not be required to
contact the client prior to making trades in the account.
Certain client-imposed conditions limit our discretionary authority, such as where the client prohibits transactions in
specific security types. See also Tailored Services and Client Imposed Restrictions under Item 4, above.
Provenio Capital offers co-investment opportunities, allowing clients to invest alongside fund managers in select deals,
structured through Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs). While we manage these vehicles, they are not proprietary funds,
as investment decisions are determined by the lead fund manager. Our discretionary authority, formalized through an
investment management agreement, covers investment execution, follow-ons, and exits. Investors participate on a
deal-specific basis and must execute a subscription agreement confirming their suitability for high-risk investments.
ITEM 17 – VOTING CLIENT SECURITIES
PROXY VOTING
Provenio Capital does not accept or have the authority to vote client securities. For separate accounts, the IDF and
SMAs, the appointed third-party manager is typically responsible for voting proxies for securities selected by the
manager that are held in clients’ accounts. However, clients may call us if they have questions about a particular
solicitation. Provenio Capital will not be deemed to have proxy voting authority solely as a result of providing advice or
information about a particular proxy vote to a client. Clients will receive their proxies or other solicitations directly from
their custodian or a transfer agent. For accounts subject to ERISA, an authorized plan fiduciary other than Provenio
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Capital will retain proxy voting authority.
For co-investments, Provenio Capital will generally not have, nor will it accept, the authority to exercise power to vote
proxies with respect to client securities. As such, Provenio Capital will not vote proxies on behalf of investors.
CLASS ACTIONS
Provenio Capital does not instruct or give advice to clients on whether or not to participate as a member of class action
lawsuits and will not automatically file claims on the client’s behalf. However, if a client notifies us that they wish to
participate in a class action, we will provide the client with any transaction information pertaining to the client’s account
needed for the client to file a proof of claim in a class action.
ITEM 18 – FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Registered investment advisers are required to provide clients with certain financial information or disclosures about
the firm’s financial condition. Provenio Capital does not require the prepayment of more than $1,200 in fees per client,
six months or more in advance.
Provenio Capital has never been the subject of a bankruptcy petition, nor do we have any financial condition that is
reasonably likely to impair our ability to meet contractual commitments to clients.
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