Portfolio managers at Wilbanks Smith& Thomas have worked to align their interests with investors' by taking a personal stake and investing alongside them. Nearly 100% of the firm’s assets are represented by a manager who invests at least$ 1 million in their own product. Wilbanks Smith& Thomas has proven successful at retaining portfolio management talent, and providing continuity for strategies, as displayed by low turnover compared with peers over the past five years. The longest-tenured managers’ average asset-weighted tenure within the firm is ten years, bringing a wealth of knowledge through a complete market cycle and ultimately contributing positively to the rating.
Overall, Wilbanks Smith& Thomas benefits from a strong investment culture, earning it an Above Average Parent Pillar rating.