Three registered representatives who collectively advised on more than $200 million in assets at their former firms have joined Virginia Asset Group, a regional investment firm headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Bruce McCook managed about $60 million at VCB Financial Group in Richmond, Virginia. Ed Pittman managed $120 million at VCB Financial Group in Northern Neck, Virginia and is now based in the Virginia Asset Group’s White Stone office. Tom Russell joined the firm from Merrill Lynch in Hunt Valley, Maryland.
Carson is expanding one of its relationships in Florida while Lido Advisors adds an $870 million practice in Silicon Valley.
The approval of the pay proposal, which handsomely compensates its CEO and president, bolsters claims that big payouts are a must in the war to retain leadership.
Integrated Partners is adding a husband-wife tandem to its network in Missouri as Kestra onboards a father-son advisor duo from UBS.
Futures indicate stocks will build on Tuesday's rally.
Cost of living still tops concerns about negative impacts on personal finances
RIAs face rising regulatory pressure in 2025. Forward-looking firms are responding with embedded technology, not more paperwork.
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.
