BecaUse we believe in better for your familY
At Storgate, we’re here to protect what you’ve built and guide you through any unknowns that may come your way.
MEET STORGATE
For the families that
lead with values
WHY WE'RE DOING THIS
Wealth demands consideration. It holds promise, potential, and influence – for better or for worse.
You’ve spent years pouring your blood, sweat, and tears into building wealth. You’ve made sacrifices, missed birthdays, and spent time away from the people who matter most to provide for them. Now, it’s time to focus on what truly lasts: your family’s legacy.
That’s why we’re here. To build trust, provide continuity from one generation to the next, and help a select group of families establish the necessary framework to operate as a cohesive unit and prosper together.
We’re dedicated to a true partnership that goes beyond the financial, because none of this matters – success, wealth, legacy – without a strong family foundation.
BEHIND THE NAME
We named our firm Storgate to reflect our deep commitment to both our clients and our own families. Just as love within a family is built on trust, sacrifice, and unwavering support, we apply these same principles to the work we do.
The hands that shaped, the hearts that bled
The lessons taught, and prayers said
Each sacrifice, each toil, each tear
Defines the firm that stands right here
WHAT WE DO
Rethinking the family office
INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
Our framework offers access to a broad range of investment solutions across public and private markets, alternative investments, and innovative opportunities. We prioritize strategies that align with each client’s unique preferences and circumstances, safeguarding the ability to determine how their wealth should be allocated.
TAX
Tax efficiency is a critical component of sustainable wealth management. Traditional tax planning is often reactive, focusing on compliance and end-of-year strategies. Our enhanced approach is proactive, continuously analyzing both personal and fiduciary tax scenarios and adapting strategies in real-time.
ESTATE PLANNING
Estate and legacy planning are no longer just about static legal documents; they require a sophisticated and evolving strategy to address changing family structures, tax policy, regulations, liquidity events, and overall wealth. Nothing substitutes the depth and breadth of our advisors’ real-life experience, but technology will help us create more robust, resilient solutions for wealth transfer.
PHILANTHROPY
Philanthropy is a key pillar of many families’ legacies, but traditional charitable giving often lacks the strategic oversight needed to maximize impact. We work with our clients to take a sophisticated, data-driven approach to philanthropy, ensuring their contributions create meaningful, measurable change.
GOVERNANCE
Strong governance is the foundation for sustaining multigenerational wealth. Whether defining a family mission or restructuring the board for your family business, our comprehensive approach helps families seeking to align on their values, decision-making processes, and business structures to promote long-term stability and continuity across generations.
A MODERN APPROACH
FAMILY OFFICE FOR A TECH-DRIVEN ERA
INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY
In today’s rapidly evolving world, technology plays a critical role in ensuring that family businesses and wealth enterprises operate with clarity, efficiency, and long-term sustainability. At Storgate, we integrate modern digital tools that support our core solutions and coordinate seamlessly across banking and family office concierge services. Our technology integrations provide consolidated reporting and seamless day-to-day access to analytics, helping families navigate complex decision-making, improve communication, and enhance knowledge and understanding.
STORGIVING
For all that is given, we also give back
At our firm, we believe that true wealth extends beyond financial success—it’s about the impact we leave behind. We are committed to fostering philanthropy that not only strengthens the communities our clients care about but also serves as a powerful tool for instilling family values and governance.
By engaging families (and Storgate employees) in giving and volunteering, we create meaningful opportunities for the next generation to learn about leadership, responsibility, and stewardship. These experiences go beyond charitable donations—they become lessons in unity, purpose, and legacy-building, ensuring that each family’s wealth is not just preserved but used to create lasting, positive change.
OUR LEADERSHIP
Meet the Founders: Redefining your family office with expertise and strategic vision
With decades of experience working with high-profile families, we offer deep expertise in complex wealth management and family affairs. We are dedicated to building long-lasting relationships and delivering success while navigating unique family needs.
CHRISTIAN S. THORNBURG
Chief Compliance Officer
Before founding Storgate with Scott Deke and Preston Stahl, Christian spent 20 years at Bessemer Trust, a 118-year-old multi-family office. During his tenure, he was a member of the firm’s Management Committee and served as the National Director of Client Advisory, overseeing all client advisory activities across the company.
Additionally, he co-chaired the Client Experience Council and participated in numerous other firmwide councils and committees. Christian also worked as a Senior Client Advisor, where he provided direct support to sophisticated, multi-generational families.
Additionally, he co-chaired the Client Experience Council and participated in numerous other firmwide councils and committees. Christian also worked as a Senior Client Advisor, where he provided direct support to sophisticated, multi-generational families.
He earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Notre Dame Law School and is a member of the bar in Florida and North Carolina. Christian graduated from the University of Vermont with a BS in business administration and captained the school’s Division I tennis team.
Christian is an Accredited Estate Planner® (AEP) and a Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA). He, his wife, and three children call Dallas home.
SCOTT M. DEKE
Co Chief Executive Officer
For Scott, founding Storgate represents the realization of a lifelong dream, built on nearly two decades of experience in the multi-family office industry. His career began at Bessemer Trust’s headquarters in New York before moving to Dallas in 2013. Scott played a pivotal role in transforming Bessemer’s business footprint in the Southwest region, earning a promotion to Managing Director and ultimately being selected to serve on the firm’s Leadership Council as a Region Head. While completing his graduate studies, Scott worked as a client associate at Investure, supporting operations for several prominent institutions.
A double Hoo of the University of Virginia, Scott earned both his undergraduate and graduate degrees while receiving a full scholarship as a quarterback on the football team. Committed to service and philanthropy, Scott is a member of the Board of Directors for Catholic Charities Dallas, Genesis Women’s Shelter HeROs, and the Advisory Council of the Communities Foundation of Texas.
Scott holds the Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA) designation. He resides in Dallas with his wife and three children.
W. PRESTON STAHL, JR.
Co Chief Executive Officer
Prior to founding Storgate, Preston’s experience spanned nearly 25 years at Bessemer Trust, a $200+ billion multi-family office and trust company. His responsibilities ranged from advisory work with clients to investments. Preston also managed the Dallas office for several years before assuming oversight of various regions and offices as a Region Head. He was a member of Bessemer’s Management Committee, Leadership Council, and Investment Policy and Strategy Committee, among others.
Preston earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Accounting and Finance from the London School of Economics, an MBA from Tulane University, and a BS from Vanderbilt University. He is also a CFA® Charterholder (2005–present).
Raised in New Orleans and having lived in New York for 20 years, Preston now lives in Dallas with his wife and three children.
