Potomac was 
Built to Conquer Risk®

It’s not just a trademarked slogan, it is the purpose that drives everything we do. From our investment products, to the tools and resources we provide to support them, if you’re looking for a risk management partner – you’re in the right place.  

the mission

the mission

The stock market is one of the most powerful ways to generate returns, but most investors are not able to tolerate devastating bear market losses that can be hard to recover from. Our philosophy is to “Win by Losing Less,” and our goal is to deliver competitive returns with less downside risk.

The Philosophy

Win by losing less

Win by losing less

Win by losing less

What happens when you want to reduce risk and provide a different experience from the broad market? Potomac allows financial advisors to conquer risk by:

What happens when you want to reduce risk and provide a different experience from the broad market? Potomac allows financial advisors to conquer risk by:

Allocating to lower‑correlated strategies designed to limit drawdowns
Allocating to lower‑correlated strategies designed to limit drawdowns
Without sacrificing return premium
Without sacrificing return premium

This is accomplished by using a quantitative approach to being invested in the market, at the “right” time, while utilizing cash during periods of market dislocation and volatility.

This is accomplished by using a quantitative approach to being invested in the market, at the “right” time, while utilizing cash during periods of market dislocation and volatility.

The Journey

Built From the Inside Out

Unfiltered Transparency

We lead with communication, offering unfiltered transparency and proactive insights to help advisors confidently serve their clients.

Bold foundation

While our voice may be bold, our foundation is rock-solid: risk-managed, performance-focused solutions delivered with an edge that cuts through the fluff.

1987

Founded with one mission: protect client portfolios through active risk management.

1987

Founded with one mission: protect client portfolios through active risk management.

2002

Manish joins Potomac, begins reshaping the firm from the inside out.

2017

Potomac transitions to new ownership.
$186M AUM/AUA

2017

Potomac transitions to new ownership.
$186M AUM/AUA

2020

Launches tactical mutual funds to give clients a consistent investment experience and advisors flexible access.

2023

Guardrails prototype launches — providing risk analysis based on actual math.

2023

Guardrails prototype launches — providing risk analysis based on actual math.

TODAY

**$3+Billion AUM/AUA

**As of December 31st, 2025

The leadership team

Meet the Humans Behind POTOMAC

Meet the Humans Behind POTOMAC

Find a group of people who challenge and inspire you, spend a lot of time with them, and it will change your life. – Amy Poehler

Manish Khatta

MANISH KHATTA

CEO and Co-CIO

A member of the firm since 2002, Manish Khatta is a key architect of Potomac’s rules-based investment systems and overall business growth strategy. Today, he leads the firm’s strategic vision. He is known for driving innovation across investments, technology, and brand while building a culture focused on disciplined execution and long‑term scale.

Mantra

“Math: The only subject that matters.”

Jeff Goodnow

Jeff Goodnow

Chief Growth Officer

Jeff Goodnow leads advisor education and growth strategy at Potomac, with a focus on helping financial advisors better understand and manage risk across market cycles. With more than 20 years of experience in investment due diligence and advisory services, Jeff is known for his data driven approach and belief that education is fundamental to long-term client and advisor success.

Mantra

“Education is the key to success”.

Christopher Norton

CHRISTOPHER NORTON

Chief Marketing Officer

Christopher Norton leads brand strategy, creative development, and content innovation for Potomac. With more than 20 years of experience across marketing in wealth management, he is known for building high performing teams and translating complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives that help advisors and the investors they serve make confident decisions.

Mantra

“Laugh hard, run fast, be kind.”

Dan Russo, CMT®

Dan Russo, CMT®

Co-CIO

Dan Russo, CMT® oversees investment research, portfolio construction, and risk‑based strategy development at Potomac. With a career rooted in technical analysis and disciplined risk management, Dan focuses on helping advisors and investors navigate market cycles with clarity and confidence. He is known for translating complex market data into practical, repeatable investment insights.

Mantra

“Markets have a rhythm like the waves and the tides, ebbing and flowing.”

Manish Khatta

Will Gray

Chief Operating Officer

Will Gray oversees firmwide operations, technology, and strategic execution to support scalable growth at Potomac. With more than 17 years of experience in asset management and financial services, Will specializes in operational excellence, risk management, and digital transformation, bringing a disciplined, execution focused approach to building the infrastructure that enables high‑performance teams. 

Mantra

"Bring your own luck."

You Bring the Questions.

We’ll Bring the Strategy.

You Bring the Questions.
We’ll Bring the Strategy.

Whether you want to hop on a call or prefer we reach out first — we’ll meet you where you are. No pressure. No sales scripts. Just real answers.

Whether you want to hop on a call or prefer we reach out first — we’ll meet you where you are. No pressure. No sales scripts. Just real answers.

Want to Talk Now?

Call your regional sales contact — we actually pick up the phone.

Schedule a Meeting

No back-and-forth. Book a meeting with our team right in your calendar.

Want to Talk Now?

Call your regional sales contact — we actually pick up the phone.

Schedule a Meeting

No back-and-forth. Book a meeting with our team right in your calendar.

Want to Talk Now?

Call your regional sales contact — we actually pick up the phone.

Schedule a Meeting

No back-and-forth. Book a meeting with our team right in your calendar.