Our Team

Robert graduated from St. Anthony’s high school in South Huntington in 1989, and Providence College in 1993 with a degree in Marketing. Robert began his career in the financial industry at State Street Bank, followed by positions at Bear Stearns and AXA Advisors, before founding Draper Asset Management in 2008.

The tumultuous 2008-2009 financial crisis was the starting point and eventually the proving ground  for the implementation of a fundamentally driven concentrated strategy. 

His firm, which has  grown considerably over the years, has remained committed to a personalized one-on-one approach. The focus has always been, and will continue to be, on the individual needs, goals, and aspirations of each unique client.

Robert has been happily married since 2004, lives in St James, New York, and is the proud father of three children. He has been actively involved in his community, specifically with respect to youth sports and the development of the Middle Country Soccer ‘TOPSoccer’ program. TOPSoccer, which  is one of his passions, is a youth sports program dedicated to providing athletic opportunities to developmentally challenged individuals. 

Mr. Draper enjoys skiing, coaching his kids in basketball and soccer, and spending time with his family.

After a successful career at JP Morgan, Joe joined our team in March of 2021. His diverse background from JP Morgan in Trading, Financial Reporting, and Accounting has had an immediate positive impact on our firm, enabling us to be more efficient and reallocate that time to improve the client experience and services of the firm.

Dedicated to the planning aspect of client conversations, Joe focuses on ensuring clients are correctly allocated and positioned for their specific goals and financial situation as they prepare for retirement. This involves a comprehensive review of current assets, risk tolerance, time horizon, and future income needs to develop a tailored investment strategy. Joe emphasizes proactive adjustments and clear communication to keep clients on track toward a secure financial future.

Joe resides on Long Island, having attended St. Anthony’s in South Huntington and then Penn State University. In his free time, he enjoys cooking for his family and friends, playing golf, skiing, and traveling.

Nicholas graduated from Binghamton University in 2020 with degrees in Political Science and Economics, and he received his JD from Maurice A. Deane Law School at Hofstra in 2025. He began working for Draper Asset in the beginning of 2022 where he now works as a research analyst and manages the team of interns. 

Nicholas crafts many of the in-house research reports that are then used when considering portfolio construction. He also supports and guides our team of interns during their research. In doing so, he gives the team valuable experience and allows them to learn more about the world of finance. 

When Nicholas is not in the office, he enjoys playing golf, reading, and spending time with his family and friends. 

Mike joined Draper Asset Management in 2024 after graduating from Long Island University with a degree in Finance. A former member of the LIU Division I Men’s Soccer team, Mike brings a high level of precision and competitive focus to his work at the firm.

At the firm, Mike focuses primarily on trading and the implementation of technology solutions. By bridging the gap between sophisticated tech tools and daily trading operations, Mike helps the team maintain the high standard of service our clients expect.

Mike currently resides in Commack. Outside of the office, he enjoys fishing, playing soccer, and golfing.
 

A graduate of Quinnipiac University with a degree in Finance, Vinson brings a blend of technical knowledge and a people-first mindset to Draper Asset Management.

Most of Vinson’s day is dedicated to assisting with client onboarding and ensuring that existing relationships are nurtured with the highest level of care, whether it’s answering a quick question or managing a complex administrative task.

A resident of Saint James, Vinson stays grounded by spending quality time with his family, friends, and Australian Shepherd, Whiskey. When he isn’t in the office, you can usually find him watching or playing sports or spending time outdoors.
 

Justin graduated from SUNY Cortland in 2024 with a degree in Business Economics with a concentration in Financial Management. While attending school, he was a member of the investment club and played for the Men’s Soccer team. Justin joined the Draper Asset Management team in 2024 and dedicates his time providing our clients with high-quality service tailored to their specific financial goals. By focusing on transparency and personalized attention, he helps confirm our strategies align with each client's unique needs.

When he isn't at the office, Justin enjoys playing soccer, golfing, snowboarding, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.