Our Team

Ryan M. Long, CFA

Ryan M. Long, CFA

Director of Investments

As investment director and chairman of the firm’s asset allocation investment policy committee, Mr. Long leads the implementation of the firm’s disciplined investment process as well as portfolio management of the broad suite of multi-asset class strategies. His tenure has been fully dedicated to investment research and quantitative analysis, as well as providing consulting guidance to financial advisory firms. He also writes and offers extensive communication on the economy and financial markets through regular releases and ad hoc commentary. He has authored articles on a variety of investment topics for business journals that have been syndicated nationally.

With decades of experience in the financial industry, Mr. Long has also worked with Columbia Funds and Bank of America, involved with research and portfolio construction for both individual and institutional clients. He is a graduate of the University of Oregon Lundquist College of Business, earning a degree in business administration, with a minor in political science. He holds the Chartered Financial Analyst designation and is a member of the CFA Institute and CFA Society of Portland.

Spencer Shelman, CFA

Spencer Shelman, CFA

Lead Portfolio Manager

Spencer Shelman joined Palouse Capital Management as a Portfolio Manager in 2015. He has served as the Lead Portfolio Manager for the firm’s Large Cap strategies since 2021. His transition into the role followed a multi-year succession process, during which he worked closely under the mentorship of the firm’s founder, Ken Roberts, helping ensure continuity of the firm’s long-standing investment philosophy. He currently oversees the Large Cap Value, Total Return, and Diversified Income strategies, as well as the SMID Value and All Cap Tilt strategies. Spencer has nearly 20 years of buy-side analytical experience, with a career dedicated to bottom-up fundamental research and portfolio construction for individual and institutional clients. His investment approach emphasizes valuation discipline, competitive positioning, and long-term risk-adjusted returns. Spencer is a Chartered Financial Analyst and member of the CFA Institute. He is a current board member of the CFA Society Spokane and Past President of the board. He graduated cum laude from Washington State University in 2006, where he was named The Outstanding Student in Finance his senior year. He was a four-year member of the WSU football team that went to the Rose Bowl and Holiday Bowl during his time on the team.

Tim Stecklein

Tim Stecklein

Portfolio Manager

Mr. Stecklein joined Palouse Capital Management as a Portfolio Manager in 2026. Tim‘s career started at Charles Schwab in 1999 as a registered representative, followed by a Master of Science in Finance (MSF) degree from the University of Denver in 2002 while working part-time for Warren Tech to mentor technically focused high school students. Following his Master’s, Tim found a home with a small and growing Registered Investment Advisor in Denver. He was a dedicated Trader, Analyst and Investment Committee member, specializing in portfolio modeling, analytics, and trade management for over 13 years. Tim found another home in 2018 with the Institute for Wealth Management, where he directed trading and research and was an Assistant Portfolio Manager and member of the Investment Committee. In 2020, Tim assumed the role of Portfolio Manager for IWM, where he oversaw 1.1 billion in AUM and managed a variety of asset allocation models as well as two fundamental individual equity strategies, growth and income. 

Client Services Professionals

Christopher R. Miller

Christopher R. Miller

Head Trader & Operations Specialist

Christopher R. Miller brings over 30 years of experience in trading, operations, and portfolio management to his role as Head Trader and Operations Specialist at Palouse Capital Management.

After earning his degree in finance and economics from Eastern Washington University in 1993, Chris began his career as a Portfolio Analyst and Assistant Trader at ICM Asset Management, a $1.6 billion investment advisory firm. During his 11 years at ICM, Chris honed his ability to seamlessly integrate client services, marketing, and portfolio management, developing an efficient approach to aligning the goals of these critical departments.

In 2006, Chris joined a newly established advisory firm as Head Trader, where he applied his experience to the entire trade lifecycle—from creation to execution and settlement. Working in an institutional environment, he gained a deep appreciation for the importance of speed, accuracy, and best execution, recognizing how consistently securing the best price could significantly enhance portfolio performance over time.

In 2015, Chris joined Palouse Capital Management, where he found a team of like-minded professionals who inspire and encourage excellence. Today, he leverages his decades of experience to help clients grow their assets securely and efficiently. With a focus on meeting current financial needs while building a strong foundation for future retirement, Chris is dedicated to delivering results that align with each client’s unique goals.

Devin Paine

Devin Paine

Investment Advisor Representative

Mr. Devin Paine began his career in 2020 as a Financial Advisor and served in that role until joining Palouse Capital Management in 2025 as a Trader. Devin continues to expand his knowledge of finance and securities markets and truly enjoys helping others have peace of mind in their financial journey. After graduating from Wa-Hi, Devin attended OIT where he ran cross country and track, specializing in the steeplechase, while earning a degree in computer engineering with a minor in mathematics.

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