-- Michael and Laura Paulus, the Swiss-American founding family of PCM Encore, have an estimated net worth between 1 to 1.5 billion Swiss francs ($1.2 to $1.9 billion USD), according to recent wealth assessments by Bilan Magazine in Switzerland.
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Michael Paulus, who holds both a bachelor's degree in Economics and a master's degree in Management Science and Engineering from Stanford University, has built and invested in multiple successful technology companies over the past two decades. Laura, also a dual-degree Stanford alumna in Human Biology and Management Science and Engineering, is a General Partner at Peak Health Capital, focused on making investments to improve human health.
Paulus was a founding employee and served as President at Addepar, the wealth management technology platform that today reports on over $5 trillion in assets, primarily for family offices and wealth management firms. During his tenure at Addepar, he patented technology that ultimately became fundamental to the company’s portfolio modeling and reporting capabilities. As of 2025, Addepar is valued at $3.25 billion. Following his time at Addepar, Paulus joined Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) as an Investment Partner, where he focused on fintech and insurtech verticals for the venture firm.
After his time at Andreessen, Paulus co-founded Assurance IQ with Michael Rowell, serving as President of the company. Assurance IQ was a technology platform that matched consumers with insurance and financial wellness solutions and was acquired by Prudential Financial for $2.35 billion in 2019. The acquisition was one of the largest insurtech exits at the time.
Building PCM Encore
Following the sale of Assurance IQ, Paulus established PCM Encore, initially to serve as his own single family office. The firm has since evolved into an independent registered investment advisor that now manages $1.3 billion in assets under management. PCM Encore opened its platform to external families in 2025 and serves high net worth clients across the United States.
PCM Encore and its affiliated entities provide comprehensive wealth management services including investment management, tax planning, estate planning, and family office services. PCM Encore has built a team of experienced professionals and maintains a technology-forward approach to wealth management, drawing on Paulus’ extensive background in financial technology.
Laura and Michael Paulus have also been active investors in technology companies and real estate. Their portfolio includes investments in companies like Ontra, an AI-powered legal tech company that has achieved unicorn status, and Hawx Pest Control, a residential-focused pest control business which generates over $100 million in annual revenue. Paulus has also deployed over $300 million into real estate and is a Strategic Partner at American Capital Group (ACG), a vertically-integrated multifamily developer based out of Bellevue, Washington.
Continued Growth and Innovation
PCM Encore continues to expand its footprint across the US, with registered advisors and investment professionals based in Bellevue, Aspen, Menlo Park, New York, Dallas, Miami, Richmond, and Charlotte. The firm focuses on providing white-glove investment access and sophisticated tax strategies to its clients.
PCM Encore’s investment platform provides clients access to a diverse range of strategies including direct indexing, private credit, real estate, infrastructure, private equity, and proprietary venture capital opportunities. The firm emphasizes tax-efficient investing and comprehensive financial planning, and has positioned itself as a differentiated offering in the wealth management sector.
About PCM Encore
PCM Encore is an independent registered investment advisor and wealth management firm serving high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and family offices. Founded by Michael Paulus, the firm combines technology with personalized financial planning to deliver comprehensive wealth management solutions. PCM Encore manages $1.3 billion in assets and operates with offices across the United States.
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Name: PCM Encore Team
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Organization: PCM Encore
Address: Bellevue, Washington, United States, 98004
Website: https://encoreinvestment.com/
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