Michelle Mathieu

Chief Executive Officer

"If you want outstanding results, you need to be an outlier. You can’t see very far ahead when you’re surrounded by a crowd."

What inspires me
My greatest joy is seeing my clients, team members, and loved ones gain the confidence they need to pursue their ambition.  If I can help with that, well, that makes this the best job ever.

 

How I impact my clients

In my role as a team leader and wealth manager at Fulcrum, I specialize in helping clients achieve their goals with a results-focused approach that respects their values and priorities. Our clients rely on us to manage their investments, explain things clearly and honestly, and guide them through important financial decisions.
 
I joined Fulcrum in 2017, became Chief Investment Officer in 2018, and stepped into the CEO role in 2022. My 35 years in the industry goes beyond managing investments and planning for individuals and nonprofits – I’ve been an impact investor, launched and led a trust company, helped business owners plan their exits, and managed assets for institutions. These experiences, combined with my firsthand perspective as a business owner and nonprofit board member, have strengthened my ability to deliver meaningful results while staying true to what matters most to my clients. At Fulcrum, this work is always a collaborative effort – drawing on our team’s diverse expertise and building relationships where clients feel both well-informed and genuinely cared for.

 

On the weekends
You can usually find my husband Jim and me biking, skiing, or hiking with our frisky dog Linus. To recharge, I enjoy reading biographies and the occasional sci-fi novel. I’m at my best when I’m exploring or trying new things.

Professional Affiliations

  • Member, CFA Institute
  • Member and past President, CFA Society Seattle
  • Member, Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst Association
  • Finance Committee Member and past Board Member, YouthCare
  • Member and past Vice Chair, Investment Committee for the Whitman College Endowment

Education

  • Chartered Financial Analyst, CFA Institute
  • Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst, CAIA Association
  • International Economics, University of Freiburg, Germany
  • Bachelor of Arts, Economics, Whitman College