Steve Elkins

About Steve

Steve Elkins has been in the investment industry since 1967. He joined William Blair in 1987 and became a partner two years later. With his long-standing focus on growth stocks, Steve’s arrival at Chicago’s premier growth investment firm was a match made in heaven.

Several key factors have driven Steve’s success in the industry. First, his deep passion and enthusiasm for the markets fuels a relentless pursuit of stocks he believes will deliver long-term value for clients. Second, his unwavering integrity has earned the lasting trust and respect of his clients. Third, with a client base built mostly on referrals, Steve has been able to stay fully focused on the investment side of his business.

Steve has two grown daughters and two granddaughters. He serves on the chairman’s council of the Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund, a local charity that provides scholarships for underprivileged youth to attend private high schools. In recognition of his years of dedication, service, and support of Daniel Murphy, Steve was named a finalist for the Invest in Others Lifetime Achievement Award. He also remains actively engaged with his alma mater, the University of Illinois.

Professional Recognition and Awards

• Barron's Top State-by-State Advisors in America 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022¹
• Forbes Best-in-State Advisors 2021, 2022²

¹ The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices.
² The Forbes ranking algorithm is based on industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC, which does not receive compensation from the advisors or their firms in exchange for placement on a ranking. Investment performance is not a criterion.