Mr. Bermel is the Western Division Lead and Managing Director for StepStone Private Wealth, where he leads the Western region business development team and is responsible for executing on regional growth priorities. In this role, he manages and develops a team of investment professionals, sets clear direction across the region, and drives consistent execution in advisor engagement and client support efforts.
Prior to joining StepStone Private Wealth, Mr. Bermel spent 10 years as the Vice President of Regional Distribution for Altegris/Artivest Investments, a leading provider in alternative investments, where he led a team in capital raising efforts to RIAs, Family Offices and Broker Dealers. Previously, he was Vice President at ICON Advisors Inc, raising assets in traditional investment strategies.
Mr. Bermel received a BS in International Affairs and Business from the University of Colorado at Boulder. He holds FINRA 3, 6, 7, 30 & 63 licenses and CAIA Plus Certification.