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Conestoga Capital Advisors Welcomes Christopher M. Gaito as Client Portfolio Manager

On June 24, 2025, Conestoga Capital Advisors, LLC, a distinguished independent investment advisory firm with a focus on Small-to Mid-Cap equities, announced a significant addition to its team: Christopher M. Gaito has joined the firm as a Client Portfolio Manager. Gaito’s role is designated to bridge the communication between clients, prospects, and consultants regarding Conestoga's nuanced investment strategies, strengthening the firm's existing capabilities to serve its clientele.

Christopher Gaito comes with an impressive portfolio of experience. Before joining Conestoga, Gaito served as a Partner and Co-Founder at Furey Research Partners, an independent research firm specializing in the Small Cap equity market. Over his sixteen-year tenure at Furey, he was instrumental in cultivating and managing vital relationships with institutional investors. His responsibilities also encompassed creating valuable content and managing the firm’s marketing and conference operations.

Before his tenure at Furey, Gaito spent nine years as a Vice President in Morgan Stanley's Institutional Equity division. His extensive experience spans various roles, including research, sales, and client relationship management across both US and international equity divisions. His excellence in marketing led him to serve multiple years on the US Institutional Equity Product Marketing desk. Gaito holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the prestigious Johns Hopkins University.

Bob Mitchell, Co-Founder and Managing Partner/Portfolio Manager at Conestoga Capital Advisors, expressed enthusiasm regarding Gaito’s onboarding. He stated, “We're excited to welcome Chris in this newly created role. With his experience and proven track record in the Small Cap equity space, we are confident that he will make an immediate impact servicing our clients and providing thought leadership to the marketplace.” This sentiment was echoed by Gaito, who noted, “I am thrilled to be joining the exceptional team at Conestoga, where I look forward to enhancing the firm's service capabilities to better meet the evolving needs of our clients. As the firm continues to grow and adapt, I am eager to contribute to its success and development.”

Conestoga Capital Advisors is headquartered in Wayne, Pennsylvania, and has been a key player in the investment advisory space since its inception in 2001. As of March 31, 2025, the firm manages approximately $8 billion focused primarily on growth portfolios spanning Small-, SMid-, Micro-, and Mid Cap companies. With a commitment to conservative, high-quality growth investing, Conestoga aims for capital appreciation through rigorous fundamental research and a patient, long-term investment philosophy.

In concluding their announcement, Conestoga reiterates their dedication to providing unparalleled investment management services, ensuring their clients receive the highest standard of care and expertise. The firm has consistently focused on integrating strong investment disciplines and relationships to foster durable results for its investors.

This press release stands separate from an offer to sell or solicit securities in locations where such offers or sales are limited. Conestoga Capital Advisors, LLC continues to demonstrate its commitment to exceptional client service and continuous improvement in the investment landscape in which it operates.