WEALTH MANAGEMENT GROUP | PITTSFORD, NY

Mark Armbruster is the CEO of Armbruster Capital Management, an investment advisory firm he founded in 2009. Mark began his investment career in 1996, working in equity research at Smith Barney. He later worked for Salomon Smith Barney’s Chief Equity Strategist. In early 2000, Mark returned to Rochester, NY, to help start Alesco Advisors, where he served as Chief Investment Officer. During his tenure, the company grew to manage a portfolio of $1 billion in client assets. Since 2000, Mark has been an entrepreneur primarily focused on the financial services industry. He has started, acquired, or invested in numerous private companies. Mark is an active participant on several non-profit and for-profit corporate boards, both currently and in the past. He has also consulted on and provided expert testimony for investment-related legal disputes. Mark has been quoted on investment matters in the Wall Street Journal, Barron’s, Financial Times, and other major publications. He has delivered numerous presentations on factor investing, exchange-traded funds, alternative investments, and other financial topics to both professional and individual investor groups across the country. Mark and his family live on a small hobby farm where they raise chickens and honeybees. In his spare time, he serves as the Nordic ski coach for a local school district. Mark is a graduate of the University of Rochester and holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation.

Chris previously worked with EFP Rotenberg, LLP, providing assurance services in a broad range of industries. His experience includes publicly-traded companies, investment advisory firms, broker/dealers, healthcare facilities, and trusts and estates. Chris graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from SUNY Geneseo, where he majored in accounting. As a native of Rochester, Chris takes pride in the local community and is in constant search of ways to promote and develop business in the region. He has served as a director and officer for several non-profit organizations, such as Epilepsy-Pralid, Causewave Community Partners (formerly Ad Council of Rochester), and BOA Editions. He is a current board member of the Rochester Chapter of Financial Executives International and Farm Credit East. Chris and his wife have two young children, so they spend most of their spare time trying to catch some extra sleep and cleaning up messes.

Evan spent over a decade as a sales professional in the medical device industry. He transitioned to the investment industry in 2022 and has been focused on building client relationships. Evan is a registered Investment Advisor Representative and a graduate of Nazareth College of Rochester where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree. He has been active with volunteer activities and on not-for-profit boards.

Rudy has extensive experience running closely held businesses over several decades.  He began his career with positions at International Harvester Company and Ryder Systems.  He was subsequently President of RTR Transportation Corp., Rosco Manufacturing Company, Rochester Binding & Finishing Inc., and Layerone Media LLC.  Most recently he was Chief Operating Officer at D4 LLC.

Rudy is a graduate of Boston University and is an active participant in the community.  He is a past board member and board chair at ABVI-Goodwill Industries, where he successfully co-chaired a multi-million-dollar capital campaign.  Rudy has also served on the board of the YMCA of Greater Rochester and Quad A for Kids. He served as a Trustee of the Printing Industry Association Workers Compensation Trust, a member of the City of Rochester Empire Zone Administrative Board, and a member of the Greater Rochester United Way Investment Performance Review Committee.

Rudy and his wife have three grown boys.  He spends his free time skiing, fly fishing, and traveling.

Craig is responsible for firm operations and the long-term technology vision for Armbruster Capital Management.  This includes using technology to better educate and inform our clients, as well as safeguarding critical information.  Craig has over 25 years of experience delivering technology solutions and value-added services to businesses around the country, from startups to Fortune 500 enterprises.  He holds the CRISC & CDPSE certifications from the Information Systems and Controls Association, as well as the Certified Cyber Security Architect certification.  He is an active member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Technology and Engineering Management Society, the FBI’s Infragard partnership, the International Association of Privacy Professionals, and the Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists. Craig lives in Henrietta with his wife Carol, their young daughter, and two dogs.

Tarryn grew up in South Africa and moved to the United States after college. She graduated from the University of KwaZulu Natal, in Pietermaritzberg, South Africa, earning a Bachelor of Social Sciences degree with majors in psychology and law. She later pursued an Honors degree in clinical psychology.Upon arriving in the U.S., Tarryn lived in Berkeley, California, where she worked for a private equity firm. She then spent ten years running a summer camp and teaching drama. After joining Armbruster Capital Management, Tarryn became a registered Investment Advisor Representative.Tarryn serves as the Board Treasurer and volunteer Operations Advisor to the director of Camp Susquehannock, Inc. She also holds a board position as Corresponding Secretary of the Chatterbox Club of Rochester. In recognition of her longtime volunteer service with the Pittsford District PTA, where she held numerous positions, including Building Chair and District VP of Communications and Publications, she was awarded the Honorary Life Membership Award. In 2023, she received the Woman of Excellence Award from the Rochester Business Journal. Tarryn, her husband, and two children love to travel and keep track of all the states and countries they have visited.

Luca graduated from Canisius College in 2020, where he majored in Finance and Economics. While at Canisius, he was a member of the school’s Golden Griffin Fund and CFA Institute Research Challenge Team. He previously worked as a Product Control Analyst for Citigroup in Buffalo and spent time as an intern at Landmark Wealth Management. Luca has earned the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation. He currently serves on the Board of Directors at the Friendship Children's Center and CFA Society Rochester. Luca was raised in the town of Elba, NY. He enjoys spending time with his family and friends and is an avid sports fan.

Andrew graduated from Binghamton University in 2024 with a Bachelor of Science degree.

He worked as a summer intern at Indium Corp. and was subsequently hired part-time as an ERP support analyst during his final year at Binghamton.

Andrew was awarded a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt at the Thomas J Watson School of Engineering and is currently enrolled in the CFA program.

Valerie leads the firm’s data-driven marketing, brand, and communications strategies. Her 20-year career includes leadership roles in digital marketing and brand management at The Chemours Company, ISACA, and The Bonadio Group. Her expertise lies in digital marketing, brand management, and crafting compelling campaigns that leverage technology to drive growth. Valerie holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Binghamton University and a Master of Business Administration from the Rochester Institute of Technology. She actively volunteers in the Rochester community and serves on the board of several non-profit organizations including the Jewish Home of Rochester. Valerie and her husband enjoy going to concerts and spending time with their children, extended family, and dog, Sunny.

Jessica provides essential administrative support across the firm, ensuring a seamless experience for clients and assisting with a range of service needs.

Prior to joining Armbruster Capital, Jessica worked in customer service and the hospitality industry. She has an Associate Degree from Monroe Community College.

Jessica is an active community volunteer, helping organizations including, Foodlink, Strong Memorial Hospital, and the Brockport Animal Hospital.

Nipa spent most of her childhood in Hong Kong but moved to the United States to attend the University of California, at Berkeley. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, she relocated to New York to obtain her Associate in Applied Science in Fashion Design. Nipa worked as a Product Manager for a private label company where she analyzed the fashion market and supervised the design and production teams to create clothing for various retail stores. Nipa also worked as a Product Manager at Club Monaco, in Toronto, before moving to Rochester in 2002 to focus on managing the Armbruster homestead. During this time, she obtained her black belt in martial arts and has been teaching karate to kids, including the three Armbruster children.

Since the inception of Armbruster Capital Management, Inc., Nipa has been involved in client gifts, website design, and newsletter editing.