Ellen Bockius is the Director of Business Development and Marketing at JLAM, bringing over two decades of leadership experience in financial services, institutional marketing, and business development to the company. As Director of Business Development and Marketing at JLAM, Ellen Bockius leads investor relations, capital-raising efforts, and strategic partnerships to drive the firm’s growth. She cultivates relationships with high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and Registered Investment Advisors while enhancing JLAM’s market presence through branding, thought leadership, and targeted marketing initiatives.
Prior to joining JLAM, Ellen spent over 20 years at BlackRock, where she played a pivotal role in shaping marketing strategy, client engagement, and brand positioning across a number of businesses and leadership roles at the firm. As Managing Director and Head of Institutional Client Marketing, she led high-impact campaigns that expanded BlackRock’s presence across all asset classes, spearheaded digital transformation efforts, and enhanced client acquisition strategies. Ellen’s expertise spans relationship management, sales leadership, and strategic marketing, with a proven track record of driving commercial success and building high-performing teams. She is passionate about fostering inclusive, client-centric cultures and delivering innovative solutions that help investors achieve their financial goals.
A native Delawarean and proud graduate of the University of Notre Dame, Ellen is also deeply committed to education and community service. She serves on the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington School Board and has been actively involved in various industry and philanthropic organizations. When she’s not helping shape the future of JLAM, she’s raising four incredible children with her husband, Troy, her most rewarding and fast-paced role yet.