our investment team
Experienced professionals dedicated to strengthening your investment process with disciplined research, thoughtful oversight, and advisor-first support.
A Team Built to Support Advisors
Trademark Financial Management’s team combines decades of portfolio management, research, and operational expertise. Our role is to provide the investment structure and disciplined oversight that allow advisors to stay focused on relationships, planning, and client outcomes. We work collaboratively across asset allocation, due diligence, and operational functions to ensure the process behind your portfolios is steady, transparent, and consistently maintained.
Our Professionals
Mark Carlton, CFA® — Founder & President
Mark founded Trademark Financial Management in 2000 to provide advisors with disciplined, professional investment management that supports their client work. A CFA® charterholder since 1998, he has managed bond portfolios since 1987 and stock portfolios since 1991. Beyond investing, Mark enjoys reading history, nature photography, and following baseball.
Sam Glubka, CIMA® — Portfolio Strategist
Sam drives portfolio construction and investment strategy, leading trading execution and ongoing portfolio monitoring. He began his career as a research analyst at LoCorr Funds before joining Trademark. His academic background in Financial Markets from the University of Minnesota–Duluth supports his analytical approach. Outside the office, Sam enjoys staying active and cheering on Minnesota sports.
Jennifer Lutz — Director of Operations & Chief Compliance Officer
Jen oversees operations, compliance, and the firm’s day-to-day administrative structure. She joined Trademark in 2016 after roles in human resources and medical staff services. Her organizational experience helps maintain the clarity and consistency advisors expect from an outsourced investment team. She enjoys reading, hiking, yoga, and exploring new gaming worlds in her free time.
Advisor-First Support
Our team is structured to integrate seamlessly with your practice. We work behind the scenes—handling research, allocation reviews, tactical updates, and operational execution—so you remain the central relationship manager. Advisors rely on Trademark for dependable communication, stable investment processes, and a partnership grounded in clarity and professionalism.
Credentials & Professional Standards
Our firm maintains a high standard of professional excellence through experience, ongoing research, and recognized designations such as the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) and Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®) credentials. We operate with a fiduciary mindset and prioritize transparency, documentation, and disciplined oversight in all aspects of our work.
Our Culture & Values
Trademark’s culture emphasizes integrity, consistency, and a long-term approach to investment management. We believe in thoughtful decision-making, collaborative problem-solving, and supporting advisors with timely, relevant insights. Our values guide how we research, communicate, monitor, and manage risk on behalf of the advisors and organizations we serve.
Careers at Trademark
We value professionals who prioritize discipline, clarity, and service.
Work With a Dedicated Investment Team
Our professionals are here to support your investment process with thoughtful research and consistent oversight.