Office address: Royal Bank Plaza, South Tower, 200 Bay Street, Suite 2600 Toronto, Ontario M5J 2J1, Canada
Website: sprott.com
Year established: 1981
Company type: Financial services firm
Employees: 175
Expertise: Asset management
Parent company: N/A
CEO and key people: Whitney George, CEO
Financing status: Corporation
Sprott Inc. is a global leader in precious metals and energy transition investments. Established in 1981, the company has evolved over four decades, expanding its investment strategies while maintaining a core focus on precious metals. Sprott also serves a diverse global client base, offering unique investment opportunities in the evolving financial landscape.
Sprott Inc. was founded by Canadian billionaire businessman Eric Sprott, who is a visionary in precious metals investing. Over the years, the company has experienced steady growth by expanding its scope and deepening its expertise in the asset management sector. The company's evolution reflects its adaptability and commitment to staying at the forefront of investment trends, particularly in precious metals and energy transition materials.
Sprott Inc. Offers a range of investment products and services focused on precious metals and energy transition, including:
Sprott Inc. fosters a culture of innovation, contrarian thinking, and alignment with its partners, including shareholders, clients, employees, and communities. The company is committed to supporting and advancing its people and emphasizing partnership by being patiently persistent in its approach.
Whitney George was appointed CEO of Sprott Inc. in 2022. He also serves as senior portfolio manager at Sprott Asset Management and Sprott Focus Trust Fund, a closed-end equity investment fund providing long-term growth of capital through value stocks of companies.
George joined Sprott Inc in 2015 and has held several senior leadership roles, including as chief investment officer of Sprott Asset Management and president of Sprott. Prior to joining the company, he spent more than two decades in senior roles at New York-based investment firm Royce & Associates.
Sprott is well positioned to navigate the changing dynamics of the global financial landscape, particularly in the areas of precious metals and energy transition materials. The company's commitment to innovation, coupled with its strong leadership and strategic investments, sets the stage for continued growth and success in the future.
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