Historically, infrastructure had been prized for its “safety and stability.” Some asset managers claim now might be a good moment to get more exciting returns.

Kovitz Founder Mitch Kovitz will serve as vice chairman, while The Colony Group CEO Michael Nathanson takes over as president of Focus Financial Partners.

Advisors with fewer than four clients can now access Elements’ digital planning and prospecting platform for free.

Luke Winskowski, former head of Thrivent’s advice and wealth management division, has joined 49 Financial as president. The Austin-based RIA with just under $1 billion in client assets was the first outside firm to join Thrivent Advisor Network.

And why that’s important for RPAs and wealth advisors.

The fintech startup leader spoke about operating 55ip before and after being acquired by J.P. Morgan Asset Management, the company’s burgeoning relationship with Raymond James Financial, using machine learning, monitoring changes in tax law and more.

The initiative will be spearheaded by four specialized senior executives, a dedicated service team and a focus on family governance research.

Northern Star settled SEC charges that it mislead investors in public filings, indicating it had not had conversations with Apex prior to its IPO.

It was a slow week for deals in the RIA space but MAI didn’t miss a beat and Wealth Enhancement Group reinforced its position as 2023’s most active buyer.