TD Ameritrade CEO Tim Hockey resigning

TD Ameritrade CEO Tim Hockey resigning
The company's board is searching for a successor.
JUL 22, 2019

TD Ameritrade Holding Corp. president and CEO Tim Hockey will leave the company by February 2020. Mr. Hockey will continue his role as TD's board of directors conducts a search for his successor. If a successor is named before the February deadline, Mr. Hockey will transition into an advisory role. TD Ameritrade provides custody and brokerage services to more than 7,000 independent registered investment advisers under its TD Ameritrade Institutional division and has roughly $650 billion under custody, according to Bloomberg. It also serves individual investors. "I believe TD Ameritrade is well-positioned to continue as an industry leader and innovator, and until my last day, 100% of my energy will be focused on helping our associates drive our strategy forward," Mr. Hockey said in a statement. "I'm intent on keeping our momentum going, and setting up my successor for long-term success." (More: TD Ameritrade CEO Tim Hockey says his exit is unrelated to M&A)​ TD chairman Joe Moglia thanked Mr. Hockey for his leadership and guiding the integration of Scottrade, which Ameritrade acquired in September 2017. (More: TD Ameritrade has cut more than 1,100 Scottrade jobs) Vice-chair Bharat Masrani added, "TD Ameritrade is an important strategic investment for TD, opening new opportunities for both organizations, and we remain confident in the business and its continued success." (More: Advisers react to Tim Hockey suddenly resigning from TD Ameritrade)

Latest News

Edward Jones announces C-suite shakeup with eye toward next chapter
Edward Jones announces C-suite shakeup with eye toward next chapter

The leadership changes coming in June, which also include wealth management and digital unit heads, come as the firm pushes to offer more comprehensive services.

Harvard muni bonds a buy amid battle with Trump White House, Barclays says
Harvard muni bonds a buy amid battle with Trump White House, Barclays says

Strategist sees relatively little risk of the university losing its tax-exempt status, which could pose opportunity for investors with a "longer time horizon."

The great wealth transfer demands a wealth management revolution
The great wealth transfer demands a wealth management revolution

As the next generation of investors take their turn, advisors have to strike a fine balance between embracing new technology and building human connections.

Independent Financial Group taps industry veteran Keefe as new president, COO
Independent Financial Group taps industry veteran Keefe as new president, COO

IFG works with 550 producing advisors and generates about $325 million in annual revenue, said Dave Fischer, the company's co-founder and chief marketing officer.

Net Positive Consortium gains momentum with new members, first strategic partner
Net Positive Consortium gains momentum with new members, first strategic partner

Five new RIAs are joining the industry coalition promoting firm-level impact across workforce, client, community and environmental goals.

SPONSORED Compliance in real time: Technology's expanding role in RIA oversight

RIAs face rising regulatory pressure in 2025. Forward-looking firms are responding with embedded technology, not more paperwork.

SPONSORED Advisory firms confront crossroads amid historic wealth transfer

As inheritances are set to reshape client portfolios and next-gen heirs demand digital-first experiences, firms are retooling their wealth tech stacks and succession models in real time.