At Hill, we strive to make our backstage values visible on the front stage. In other words, how we work is just as important as what we achieve. We aim to live our values daily so clearly that even our newest team members can recognize them in action, and our clients can see them, too.

As our 2025 summer interns wrap up their time with us, we asked each of them to reflect on their experience and share how they observed Hill’s culture at work.

Last month’s summer party was a great example of how Hill blends business with fun. Remote team members flew in, and I finally got to meet people I’d only seen on Zoom. Connecting in a relaxed, in-person setting made the team feel even more welcoming and real.

The event also marked Hill’s 20-year anniversary—an experience I feel lucky to have shared. Hearing stories from long-time team members gave me perspective on the firm’s journey and the values that built it. What stood out most was how intentionally Hill celebrates people and milestones. It’s clear that fun and community are a meaningful part of how the team stays connected and motivated.

My time at Hill deepened my understanding of evidence-based investing in ways I didn’t expect. From the beginning, I was given meaningful work and encouraged to understand the “why” behind it. I was introduced early on to the Fama-French Five-Factor Model, which helped me connect ideas like profitability and market cap to Hill’s investment philosophy.

That first project sparked curiosity, and I kept exploring. Team members offered resources, asked great questions, and created space for learning. Their support made it clear that growth is a shared value here.

A standout moment for me was building a model for trades. It was more complex than I anticipated, and I went through several rounds of refinement. It would have been easy to rush, but I reminded myself that precision matters more than speed.

With help from the team, I asked questions, improved steadily, and ultimately built something I was proud of—not just for the outcome, but for how I got there. I saw firsthand how patience and discipline are part of Hill’s daily rhythm.

The wait is almost over!

Our newly remodeled Nashville office is nearly ready and we couldn’t be more excited to share it with you.

We designed the space to reflect what matters most to us: clarity, transparency, and simplicity. It’s also welcoming, professional, and soon to be full of Nashville charm. We can’t wait for you to experience the refreshed space. It’s built to inspire collaboration and connection.

Hill Team members Nick Ashby and Sherrie Dickson are especially excited to settle back in. With more natural light, open layouts, and beautiful views of the hills, it’s a space that truly embodies our commitment to Taking the Long View, something we know you value, too.

We look forward to welcoming you soon!

This month marks 20 years since we opened Hill Investment Group on June 6, 2005. What began as a bold idea between two friends has grown into a boutique firm serving clients in 34 states, with over $1 billion in assets under management (as of June 2025), and a talented team that now stretches from San Diego to Brooklyn.

It’s a milestone we’re proud of, and yet, we feel like we’re just hitting our stride. Our ambition today remains the same as it was at the outset: to become the leading boutique evidence-based firm in the country. That means earning your trust every day, guiding you through market swings, and standing with you through the milestones that matter most.

We’ll be celebrating this anniversary throughout the year, with reflections, lessons learned, and maybe even a few fun (non-investment!) predictions about what’s to come. If you’d like to hear how it all started, listen to this 2019 podcast episode where Rick Hill and I revisit our early days.

And here’s a favorite image from our recent team and family gathering—a reminder that what we’re building isn’t just a firm, but a community grounded in shared values and complementary skills.

Thank you for the continued trust you place in us. It’s a responsibility we’re honored to uphold.