Our Team
Among our portfolio managers and regional directors, the Covered Bridge Fund team also consults with committees made up of CFAs, Research Analysts, and our Economist. Each committee member brings a range of experience and professional backgrounds providing diverse insight.
Portfolio Managers
John Schonberg, CFA
Chief Investment Officer & Portfolio Manager
John is Lead Portfolio Manager of The Covered Bridge Fund and oversees the goals and objectives of the fund. John is also Chief Investment Officer & Portfolio Manager of Stonebridge Capital Advisors. As CIO he oversees the investment activities of the firm and directs the portfolio management teams and committees.
- Investment industry experience since 1988
- Senior Portfolio Manager at Columbia Management
- Senior Portfolio Manager at Ameriprise
- Portfolio Manager & Analyst at Piper Capital Management
Michael Dashner, CFA
Director of Equity, Portfolio Manager
Michael Dashner CFA, is Portfolio Manager of The Covered Bridge Fund and in charge of asset management of the fund. Michael is also a portfolio manager and Director of Equity Management at Stonebridge Capital Advisors.
- Investment industry experience since 2007
- Holds an MBA from the University of South Dakota
Business Development
Derrick Watson
National Sales Director
As Regional Director Derrick is responsible for developing business and seeking growth opportunities for The Covered Bridge Fund. Derrick is also National Sales Director at Stonebridge Capital Advisors, where he leads sales and relationship management of Stonebridge Capital Advisors separately managed portfolios.
- Industry experience since 1999
- Founded Bason Partners LLC
- Regional Sales Consultant at Oppenheimer Funds
- Financial Advisor at Edward Jones
Jeff Brimm
Regional Director
Jeff is responsible for developing business and seeking growth opportunities for The Covered Bridge Fund. Mr. Brimm is also Regional Director of Stonebridge Capital Advisors and is responsible for the relationship management and business development of Stonebridge services to high net-worth individuals, institutional investors and advisors. Jeff is a member of the Sales, Marketing and Client Relations Teams. He also assists in developing strategies in the southeast region of the country.
- Industry Experience since 1998
- President & Founder of JB Financial