Pilotage Private Wealth AG (hereinafter “PPW” or “firm” or “we”) is an SEC-registered investment adviser
with its principal place of business located in Zürich, Switzerland. PPW began conducting business as a
registered investment adviser in 2014. Yann Rousset is the principal owner of PPW. (For purposes of
this Brochure, principal ownership means control of 25% or more of an entity). Yann Rousset is Chief
Executive Officer and Arberia Kasapi is Chief Operating Officer and Chief Compliance Officer of PPW.
PPW offers the following advisory services to our clients:
Asset Allocation Services
We manage investment advisory accounts through Asset Allocation Services using proprietary model
portfolios. Each model portfolio is designed to meet a particular investment goal.
Through personal discussions and a comprehensive information gathering process, each client’s
investment goals and objectives are established. From this information, we will determine which of its
model portfolios is suitable to the client's particular circumstances. We may, if appropriate, suggest
modifications to the model or an allocation among two or more of the models to more adequately address
the client's individual needs. Once the appropriate portfolio(s) has been determined, the client will receive
a confirmation of the proposed portfolio and the portfolio will generally be managed based on the
portfolio's goal, rather than on each client's individual needs. Clients, nevertheless, will have the
opportunity to place reasonable restrictions on the types of investments to be held in the client's account.
Clients will retain individual ownership of all portfolio securities. PPW will manage advisory accounts on
a discretionary or non-discretionary basis, depending on the client’s preference. PPW may select a sub-
advisor to assist with portfolio implementation and trading.
When a sub-advisor is used, the accounts will be managed in accordance with PPW’s custom models.
PPW will provide the sub-advisor with the securities and allocations for each custom model and will retain
sole responsibility for security research and due diligence. PPW will retain discretionary authority to hire
or fire the sub-advisor and to make reallocation and rebalancing decisions. Those clients whose
accounts will be handled by a sub-advisor will receive a copy of the sub-advisor’s disclosure brochure
(i.e., Form ADV Part 2) and Privacy Notice.
Account supervision will be performed by PPW and is guided by the stated objectives of the client (i.e.,
maximum capital appreciation, growth, income, or growth and income). For client accounts handled by
a sub-advisor, PPW will continuously monitor the sub-advisor’s services and be available to answer client
questions regarding the sub-advisor.
Each model portfolio is constructed primarily of mutual funds, exchange traded funds (ETFs), exchange
traded notes (ETNs) and other pooled investment vehicles. PPW will allocate the client's assets among
various investments taking into consideration the overall management style selected by the client.
Weighting among asset classes is determined by the appropriate model.
Also, in certain circumstances where there is not a tax efficient fund or investment (or restrictions such
as Reg. D and Qualified Purchaser) for a US taxpayer, PPW would look to generate market exposure
using individual securities and fixed income instruments. Example: CHF and EUR laddered bond portfolio
or an International SRI portfolio. PPW will be inheriting portfolios with such positions that PPW would look
to unwind to put in our strategies. However because of taxable consequences and market environments,
PPW has to carefully manage such positions which could take time (i.e. long term capital gains vs. short
term).
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We will primarily use institutional asset class funds in client portfolios unless we determine that a better
alternative is available. Institutional, style-specific, asset class funds are used to effectively mirror the
various asset classes of the model portfolio and to minimize client costs. ETFs will be selected on the
basis of any or all of the following criteria as they relate to the security or its underlying index: performance
history; industry sector; management
style and philosophy; track record; investment objectives;
composition and focus, and; fee structure and expenses.
In order to ensure that our initial determination of an appropriate model portfolio continues to be suitable
and that the client's account continues to be managed in a manner fitting to the client's financial
circumstances, PPW seeks to maintain current client suitability information on file at all times. As such,
we respectfully request prompt notification of any material change in the client's financial circumstances.
While we continuously monitor the underlying securities in client accounts, each client account is
reviewed at least quarterly and rebalanced as necessary. If PPW believes that a reallocation is
necessary, for example, that a particular investment is performing inadequately, or that a different
investment is more appropriate for the client account, then PPW will recommend a different investment
and will reinvest or instruct the sub-advisor to reinvest the client’s assets in accordance with the
discretionary authority granted by the client.
Financial Planning Services
We may also provide advice in the form of a financial plan designed to assist a client in achieving his or
her stated financial goals and objectives.
In general, the financial plan may address the following areas of concern:
• Tax & Cash Flow: Income tax and spending analysis and planning for past, current and future
years. PPW will illustrate the impact of various investments on a client's current income tax and
future tax liability.
• Personal: Family records, budgeting, personal liability, estate information and financial goals.
• Education: Education IRAs, financial aid, state savings and 529 plans, grants and general
assistance in preparing to meet dependents continuing educational needs through development of
an education plan.
• Death & Disability: Cash needs at death, income needs of surviving dependents, estate planning
and disability income analysis.
• Retirement: Analysis of current strategies and investment plans to help the client achieve his or
her retirement goals.
• Investments: Analysis of investment alternatives and their effect on a client's portfolio.
We gather necessary information through in-depth personal interviews. Information gathered includes a
client's current financial status, future goals and attitudes towards risk. Related documents supplied by
the client are carefully reviewed, including a questionnaire completed by the client, and a written report
is prepared. Should a client choose to implement the recommendations contained in the plan, we
suggest that the client work closely with his/her attorney, accountant, insurance agent, and/or
stockbroker. Implementation of financial plan recommendations is entirely at the client's discretion.
Financial Planning recommendations are not limited to any specific product or service offered by a broker
dealer or insurance company. All recommendations are of a generic nature. However, Financial Planning
is not a stand-alone service of PPW and is typically offered only in connection with the firm's Asset
Allocation Services. Financial Planning is designed to provide PPW with a holistic view of the client’s
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financial circumstances and to form a solid foundation for investment recommendations made through
the client’s managed portfolio. As such, there is no additional fee charged for Financial Planning Services.
Consulting Services
PPW also seeks to secure consulting mandates to collaborate with enterprising, global families to aid
them in meeting their family’s current and future goals. These services may include, but are not limited
to, advice regarding family governance, construction of family constitutions and mission statements,
improving operating costs/margins, selection of professional advisors, due diligence on investment and
manager selection as well as creation of investment policy statements.
Amount of Managed Assets
As of 12/31/2023, we were actively managing $119,163,504 of client assets on a discretionary basis and
$40,546,755 of client assets on a non-discretionary basis.