David Rogers Webb
Senior Strategic Advisor on Securities Law & Asset Preservation
David Rogers Webb Securities Law & Asset Preservation
David Rogers Webb brings more than 30 years of experience in investment management, securities markets, and financial system analysis to the Wealth Wise Empowerment Community Vault (WWECV). His career spans Wall Street trading, hedge fund management, and extensive research into the legal framework governing modern financial markets.
As Strategic Advisor on Securities Law & Asset Preservation, Webb provides critical educational guidance on securities custody, asset ownership structures, and the legal distinctions that protect investor interests in today's complex financial environment.
"In 2023, I published 'The Great Taking' to examine how the transition from direct ownership of securities to the modern system of 'security entitlements' under Article 8 of the Uniform Commercial Code affects every investor."
$25B+
TRANSACTIONS CLOSED
$300B+
ASSETS MANAGED
40+
YEARS EXPERIENCE
$100M+
TOTAL FUNDING
A Career of Integrity & Insight
David Rogers Webb began his career at CompuServe before moving to Wall Street, serving at Oppenheimer & Co. (1983–1987) and E.M. Warburg, Pincus & Co. (1987–1990). During this period, he gained firsthand experience with securities markets before the widespread adoption of electronic settlement systems.
He later became an investment manager and principal at Primus Venture Partners and subsequently joined Shaker Investments, where he managed multiple investment funds serving institutional and international investors. During the technology bubble and market downturn of the early 2000s, his investment strategies reportedly generated significant positive returns while major market indexes declined.
In 2002, Webb founded Verus Investment Management. Although the firm ultimately entered bankruptcy following substantial losses, the experience became a turning point in his career, prompting deeper research into how legal ownership, custodianship, and intermediary risk affect investors. This research culminated in his 2023 publication, The Great Taking, a widely discussed work examining the legal structure of securities ownership.
Miami University, Ohio
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
The Great Taking
Author (2023)
Stockholm, Sweden
Currently Resides
Hedge Fund Management
Verus Investment Management
Leadership & Achievements
Professional Experience
- Oppenheimer & Co. | 1983–1987
- E.M. Warburg, Pincus & Co. | 1987–1990
- Primus Venture Partners | Investment Manager & Principal
- Shaker Investments | Fund Manager
- Verus Investment Management | Founder (2002)
Key Milestones
$25 Billion+
Transactions and investments designed and closed
$300 Billion+
Financial assets and liabilities strategically managed
40+ Years
High-level financial expertise and market wisdom
The Great Taking examines the transition from direct ownership of securities to the modern system of "security entitlements" under Article 8 of the Uniform Commercial Code. Understanding this shift is essential for every investor seeking true asset preservation.
Our Guiding Principles
Asset Preservation
Understanding the legal distinctions between beneficial ownership and registered ownership is the first line of defense. We prioritize educational guidance on broker and custodian risk assessment to protect investor interests.
Structural Integrity
We evaluate the structural integrity of investment vehicles through rigorous analysis of securities custody and asset ownership structures. Direct Registration of Shares (DRS) is a key component of modern asset protection.
Educational Clarity
The modern financial system's complexity demands clear, accessible education. We provide guidance on securities law frameworks so investors can make informed decisions about their financial futures.
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