Team

A Team Defined by Perspective and Partnership

Cercano’s team combines deep investment and advisory experience with a shared commitment to clarity, discipline, and long-term alignment. Our professionals bring diverse backgrounds across finance, tax, and operations, united by a focus on supporting each clients’ goals with insight, integrity, and care.

Leadership Team

  • Chris Orndorff, CFA Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer
  • Michelle Brant Partner, Head of Human Resources
  • YB Choi Partner, Co-Head of Venture Capital
  • Gabrielle Glemann Partner, General Counsel
  • Trish Halper, CFA Co-Chief Investment Officer
  • Albert Hwang Partner, Head of Private Equity, Co-Head of Private Credit
  • Malinda Khauv, IACCP Chief Compliance Officer
  • Stuart Nagae Partner, Co-Head of Venture Capital
  • Rick Roberts Partner
  • David Seeberan Partner, Head of Business Development
  • Joel Shoop, CPA Partner, Chief Financial Officer

Client Team

  • Liz Behnke Investor Relations
  • Jason Butler, CPA/PFS, CFP Director
  • Danielle Enright, CPA Managing Director
  • Heather Fitzpatrick Family Office Services
  • Reilly Forrest Investor Relations
  • Noah Uzal Managing Director
  • Sarah Slipek Client Service
  • Omar Vasquez Associate General Counsel