The bank-based programs join from Broker Dealer Financial Services, which was converted into a super OSJ of Cambridge.

Mercer Global Advisors revealed on Wednesday that it has become one of the first independent RIA signatories to the United Nations’ Principles for Responsible Investment.

One new offering, slated for the end of the year, will help advisors navigate mergers and acquisitions from start to finish.

The two advisors have a combined total of $150 million in managed assets and will join LPL from Royal Alliance.

The managerial shifts are one piece of a push to heighten the digital experience for advisors and clients interested in the company's retirement options.

HighTower Advisors, the RIA consolidator based in Chicago, said Tuesday that it has made an investment in Lexington, Mass.-based RIA Lexington Wealth Management.

The firm has created a new 'continuous improvement' department and invested in a new platform to collate advisor feedback from surveys, in-person interactions and social media.

Chris Flint announced his candidacy several weeks ago, saying he was running to ensure there would be more representation from firms directly offering clients financial advice.

The 12th edition of the "Robo Report" also reports that Vanguard and SigFig scored highly on overall performance among 18 analyzed robo advisor providers.

XY Planning Network added its 1,000th member, Luis Rosa, to its community of advisors, the company said.