Ralph Ortega

The high-ranking recruit will work on the firm's expansion plans and serve as a liaison between branch managers and top brass.

The recruits include two advisors who joined the employee channel at Ameriprise and three who went over to the firm's independent side.

Advisors are applying this familiar approach using new technology and strategies to deliver for their clients.

The group generated annual revenues of $3 million before making the move.

The Rosen Team had $2.6 million in annual production before switching wirehouses.