10/06/2026
Last Friday marked the end of an important chapter at Colibri Capital.
Eight years ago, Adam Costarella and I set out to build something meaningful together.
Like many founders, we believed we might spend our entire careers working side by side.
Life, however, has a way of writing its own story.
While business partnerships sometimes end, gratitude remains.
Adam stayed in the arena with me through some challenging personal seasons. Over the past year I've lost my grandfather, my brother, and my mom. It's been a challenging year.
Adam helped carry responsibilities when life demanded my attention elsewhere and remained committed long enough for us to build an exceptional leadership team and a stronger organization than either of us could have imagined in the early days.
Not everyone would have done that.
Together, we helped create a firm that serves hundreds of families, supports an outstanding team, and stands on a foundation miles ahead of where we started.
For that, I will always be thankful.
As with any transition, there will be questions about what comes next.
The truth is simple: we both have new chapters ahead of us. That's part of life, and part of growth.
Adam leaves large shoes to fill. Adam Guzek CFP, CEPA, MSF, Gary Ketselman CFA, and Kyle Putnam JD, MBA, BFA will help shoulder the work ahead.
I've come to believe that success isn't measured solely by how long a partnership lasts, but by whether both people leave better than they arrived.
By that measure, I'd call our journey together a success!
Most importantly, what remains is respect.
Respect for a good man. A devoted husband. A caring father. A loyal friend who played an important role in helping build what exists today.
The future of Colibri Capital is bright, and I'm excited about what lies ahead.
But before turning the page completely, I wanted to pause and say thank you.
Adam, thank you for the years of partnership, friendship, and the thrills we shared along the way.
Rachel and I wish you and your family nothing but success, happiness, and fulfillment in whatever comes next.
Here's to the next chapter!
Andrew D. Norman
Founder - Colibri Capital - For where you want to go in life!