James Paul Luthardt

Captain
DISC Type : SD

Founder and CIO at Kirtland Hills Capital

United States

Overview

James Paul Luthardt is the Founder and CIO of Kirtland Hills Capital Management, a firm he established in Cleveland, Ohio. He is recognized for integrating big data and machine-learning algorithms into investment management for high-net-worth families and professional athletes. He holds a Master of Science in Quantitative Finance from Case Western Reserve University.

Outside of finance, James serves as a Lieutenant in the U. S. Navy Reserves, where he was appointed as a Direct Commission Officer. He is an avid supporter of professional athletes, not only managing investments but also educating them on financial matters and celebrating their career milestones, such as Patrick Williss Hall of Fame induction.

Unique fact: In 2016, he was one of only 15 individuals selected from 600 applicants by the Department of Defense for a direct commission, appointed by President Barack Obama.

Personality Overview

Decisive But Calm

Long-Term Thinker

Output-Driven

Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.  They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily. They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.

Topics They Care About

Quantitative Investing
He founded his firm on the principle of using big data, machine-learning algorithms, and advanced quantitative tools to manage investments and achieve superior returns.
Alternative Assets
Actively invests in non-traditional asset classes, including farmland through FarmTogether and residential and commercial real estate through Harness Homes Group.
Supporting Athletes
Works with professional athletes as clients, invests in athlete-backed ventures like RX3 Growth Partners, and focuses on financially educating them to prevent exploitation.

Media Appearances

James has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2015
Founder and CIO at Kirtland Hills Capital
1-2016
Naval Officer at US Navy I Department of Defense
10-2024
Private Investor at Harness Homes Group, LLC
1-2020
Private Investor at RX3 Growth Partners
1-2020
Private Investor at FarmTogether

Education

Master of Quantitative Finance; Finance from Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University

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Insights For Selling To James Paul

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Focus on the results that your product produces, expect some strategic questions in return
  • You can spend time on BANT (or other qualification methodology) but keep it to the point
  • Use phrases like 'your team deserves', 'best in class' etc.

DONT's

  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with James Paul is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from James Paul

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will James Paul move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can James Paul take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

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