Relationship (noun):
A State of Being Connected and Engaged
A lot of firms say they value building relationships, but if you’re not treated as more than just a client, the words fall flat. At Appleton, we treat every client like our only client, with personalized financial planning and investment solutions tailored to your unique needs, with the accessible, transparent partnership you expect and deserve.Independence (noun):
The Fact or State of Being Independent
Appleton has been 100% employee-owned and operated since our 1986 founding. To us, this autonomy means much more than controlling our own destiny. It also speaks to the value we place on maintaining an uncompromised focus on each client’s needs and a collegial, collaborative culture.Customization (noun):
The Action of Modifying to Suit an Individual or Task
Most firms say they offer solutions, but is that really the case with packaged product offerings? At Appleton, we seek to fully understand each client’s objectives and then develop tailored separate account portfolios aimed at addressing those needs.Accessibility (noun):
The Quality of Being Reachable and Easily Understood
It’s understandable why many firms seek to insulate their investment professionals from active engagement with clients. Nonetheless, we think differently. At Appleton, portfolio management, research and trading are inherently a part of relationship management. We emphasize client collaboration because it helps us deliver more effective, personalized results.Insights:
"June was bookended with two labor reports that received very similar, and we believe incorrect, market reactions. Both May’s 139k (revised to 144k) and June’s 147k job gains were objectively weak releases, below the long-term trendline. But the markets treated both as strong due to beating even worse expectations (126k and 106k, respectively)..."
"As Harry Markowitz, the father of Modern Portfolio Theory, put it, “The only free lunch is diversification.” This quote underscores one of the most fundamental principles of investing: managing risk and reducing volatility by spreading investments across assets and asset classes with distinct risk exposures..."
Separate Account Management
Financial advisors who partner with Appleton get more than just investment management solutions. You’ll gain a partner in the growth of your practice.
Wealth Management
We combine foundations of successful relationship management with a customized investment approach to provide solutions tailored to your specific needs.

$
13.4
Billion
ASSETS UNDER MANAGEMENT
as of 6.1.25
39
Years
OF WEALTH MANAGEMENT
100
%
Employee
OWNED AND OPERATED
61
Person
COHESIVE TEAM
Committed
Engaged
Appleton is dedicated to making a difference and proud of our partnerships that support our local community through volunteering, sponsorships and philanthropy.
A Culture of Expertise and Shared Values.
Our experienced team proudly fosters an environment of collaboration and dedication, which is evident to those who work with us.

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