Edwin R. Kispert III, Co-Founder & Managing Partner

Ed Kispert is the co-founder and managing partner of Gideon Strategic Partners, a nationally recognized investment advisory firm headquartered in Los Angeles. He leads the firm’s strategic direction and operational execution, with a focus on building systems that support scale, efficiency, and long-term growth. Ed oversees core functions across management, reporting, business processes, organizational planning, and cross-functional alignment between support services, including HR, IT, and finance, and business units.

Beyond operations, Ed works directly with clients to develop personalized, outcome-driven financial strategies. His advisory work centers on tax-efficient investing, asset management, and asset protection planning for individuals, families, and privately held businesses.

Ed graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a BA in Economics and a concentration in Financial Globalization. During his four years at Penn, he was a lettered member of the varsity football team.

Originally from New Jersey, Ed now lives in Los Angeles and is an active member of his community. He enjoys reading, hiking, cooking, especially Italian, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.