Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Customized Investment Strategies
Harvey Investment was founded in 2000 to provide an uncompromised investment strategy to clients. Our size and structure allow us to develop deep relationships while focusing on delivering extraordinary investment advice. We manage portfolios for institutions, families, and individual investors through separately managed accounts. Our approach centers on building concentrated portfolios of common stocks that seek market upside with reduced risk. We conduct our own investment research, gathering information directly and meeting with company management before making investments. Our long-term outlook prioritizes business fundamentals over short-term market fluctuations, resulting in tax-efficient portfolios due to low turnover.We maintain strict criteria for stock selection, ensuring purchases meet quantitative tests for favorable risk/reward ratios. Our team combines decades of experience in financial services, compliance, and portfolio management to serve high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and institutions. We operate free of competing agendas, focusing solely on customized investment advice and client attention. Our commitment to independent thinking and long-term growth has earned the trust of over 150 high-net-worth clients.
Services
Portfolio Management
Investment Research
Client Service
Compliance Oversight
Quarterly Commentary
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We conduct proprietary investment research and meet directly with company management teams
- Our long-term investment approach reduces portfolio turnover and tax liabilities
- We maintain strict quantitative criteria for stock selection with margin-of-safety analysis
- Our team combines decades of experience in investment management and compliance
- We serve only as investment advisers without corporate trustee responsibilities
Associations and certifications
- Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
Services
Portfolio Management
We construct concentrated stock portfolios focused on high-quality businesses with long-term competitive advantages. Our approach emphasizes fundamental analysis and direct management engagement. Clients benefit from tax-efficient strategies through low portfolio turnover and long-term holding periods.
Investment Research
Our team conducts proprietary research including company visits and financial analysis. We evaluate businesses based on asset values, cash flow potential, and management quality. This thorough process ensures investments meet our strict risk/reward criteria before inclusion in client portfolios.
Client Service
We provide personalized service to high-net-worth individuals, families, and institutions. Our team works closely with clients to understand their financial goals and risk tolerance. We maintain transparency through regular communication and quarterly performance commentary.
Compliance Oversight
As SEC-registered advisers, we maintain rigorous compliance standards. Our Chief Compliance Officer ensures all operations meet regulatory requirements while protecting client interests. This framework supports our commitment to ethical investment practices.
Quarterly Commentary
We provide detailed market insights and portfolio updates each quarter. Our commentary explains investment decisions and market conditions in clear, accessible language. This communication helps clients understand their investments during both stable and uncertain economic periods.
People
Sam Harvey
President
President with over 50 years of investment experience. Former executive at Hilliard Lyons, now leading our investment research and portfolio management efforts since founding the company in 2000.
Mary Herrmann
Senior Vice President
Co-founder with 30+ years in financial services. Manages client service, administration, and marketing. Former branch manager and marketing VP at Commonwealth Bank & Trust Company.
Josh Jevne
Senior Vice President
Senior Vice President with 15+ years of experience. Former media investment professional and portfolio manager. Holds MBA from Kellogg School of Management and leads equity research initiatives.
Hunter Noble
Senior Vice President
Chief Compliance Officer and portfolio manager. Former associate in investment products at Hilliard Lyons. Holds law and business degrees, combining legal expertise with investment management experience.
Questions
What investment services do you offer?
We provide customized portfolio management for high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, and institutions using concentrated stock portfolios.
How does your investment process work?
We conduct proprietary research, meet directly with company management, and apply strict quantitative criteria before making long-term investments.
What areas do you serve?
Based in Louisville, KY, we serve clients nationwide through our SEC-registered investment advisory services.
How are your fees structured?
Our fee structure is customized for each client relationship and discussed transparently during our initial consultation process.
How often do you communicate with clients?
We provide quarterly commentary and regular portfolio updates, with additional communication available upon request.
