Marco Bartoli
Marco Bartoli is the founder and principal investment manager of Bartoli Value Capital, where he manages long-only value funds in publicly traded securities for accredited and institutional investors.
He is also the sole author of Value Investing Hub, Bartoli Value Capital’s strategic and educational platform for investors.
Value Investing Philosophy
Marco's value investing philosophy is grounded in the principles of Benjamin Graham, Warren Buffett, and other legendary investors, combining this foundation with deep fundamental research, independent thinking, and global experience.
Early Life and Corporate Experience
Born in Italy, Marco spent his early years racing go-karts and cars at a competitive level. He later moved to the United States, became a citizen, and graduated magna cum laude with a degree in business administration from Georgetown University. His early career in market research included roles at GE, Capital One, and AOL, where he analyzed industries, consumer trends, and business risks.
Entrepreneurial Experience
Following his corporate tenure, Marco spent 11 years as an entrepreneur in India, serving as the exclusive importer and distributor of Birel ART, a leading Italian go-kart brand. Through this venture, he helped grow motorsport in the country while reinforcing key investing principles—understanding market dynamics, identifying competitive advantages, and allocating capital effectively.
Founding Bartoli Value Capital
A dedicated value investor for many years, Marco founded Bartoli Value Capital in Washington, D.C., after successfully managing his own capital with a disciplined, long-term approach. As principal investment manager, he directs capital allocation for the firm’s long-only value funds in publicly traded securities for accredited and institutional investors.
Marco’s investment philosophy treats stocks as ownership stakes in real businesses, emphasizing rational capital allocation, durable competitive advantages, and buying only when prices offer a clear Margin of Safety—acquiring high-quality companies at a discount to intrinsic value. Guided by deep fundamental research, behavioral finance insights, and rigorous risk management, his mission is to generate attractive long-term returns for the firm’s investors while minimizing the risk of permanent capital loss.