Edward C. Palleschi
Executive Managing Director and a Member of FLI’s Investment Committee
Edward serves as Executive Managing Director at First Long Island Investors, LLC (FLI), where he has been a critical part of the firm’s wealth management and investment strategy services since 2003. Edward is a member of FLI’s Investment Committee and is the Co-Portfolio Manager of the FLI Core and Dividend Growth strategies, bringing sharp analytical insight to portfolio oversight and equity research.
Further, as the head of FLI’s Outside Manager Sub-Committee, Edward spearheads the evaluation and due diligence of the firm’s current and prospective third-party portfolio managers for various FLI investment partnerships. Edward also contributes his expertise to FLI’s hedged strategy and fixed-income portfolios, demonstrating versatility across investment disciplines.
Beyond his professional achievements, Edward brings a personal touch to wealth management. He works closely with clients to develop customized asset allocation strategies, navigate estate and tax planning matters, and guide wealth transition between generations. His commitment to helping clients achieve “a wealth of life” is reflected in his own pursuits—he accomplished the remarkable feat of visiting all seven continents, embodying the balance of ambition and fulfillment he advocates for his clients.
Before joining FLI, Edward honed his skills at Lazard Asset Management LLC, working at the intersection of marketing, client service, and investment research. His academic credentials include a B.B.A. with dual concentrations in Marketing and Finance and an Executive M.B.A. from Hofstra University, where he was inducted into the Beta Gamma Sigma international honor society.
Edward’s influence extends into the broader financial community through his service on the Board of Advisors of New York Community Trust – Long Island. His professional excellence was previously recognized with Long Island Business News’ “40 Under 40” award. Edward experiences true happiness by spending time with his family and contributing to the community through his family’s philanthropic legacy.
To contact Edward, please email him at edward@fliinvestors.com.