More about InVest: As new digital tools transform wealth management, the industry’s largest players are rushing to adapt to ever-increasing customer expectations, while smaller firms strive to keep pace. Behind the scenes, many are investing more on technology and hiring to drive growth, but margins remain under pressure. In|Vest West is exploring all the dynamics at play — from front to back office — and the technologies that are shaping the future of the firm.
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Byron Storms has served as president and CEO of Aspire General Insurance Services and Aspire General Insurance Company since August 2015. Prior to joining Aspire General Insurance, he was the president of property & casualty at National General Management Corp from 2012 to 2015. From 2007 to 2012, Storms was president and CEO of ClearSide General Insurance Services, LLC, which was acquired in November 2011 by National General. Storms has a proven track record of assembling strong teams, integrating and implementing technology solutions that create core operational strength, and supporting effective growth.
March 28
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Also this week, Ameriprise CEO James Cracchiolo sees a 12% bump in compensation in 2024 and new LPL CEO Rich Steinmeier also sees a hefty pay bump.
March 28
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Wage growth for job-hoppers is on the decline, but financial advisors say that might be a good thing for long-term retirement savings.
March 28
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As group president of Envestnet Solutions and co-chief investment officer at Envestnet, D'Auria is responsible for research, overlay, direct indexing, sustainable investing and retirement services.
March 28
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Call wait times are expected to worsen as staff cuts grow, but financial advisors say there are ways to help clients dealing with the frustrating situation.
March 27
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Koonce is the Chief Claims Officer, for Sedgwick. In this role, Koonce is responsible for product development and innovation, industry analysis and thought leadership, best practices and compliance standards, legislative and regulatory relationships, and continued involvement in client programs for Sedgwick's lines of business.
Prior to his current role, Koonce was the Managing Director responsible for Sedgwick's casualty retail business unit in which he oversaw program results and service execution across the company's retail customer base. This included use of innovation and technology to improve client outcomes and customer experience.
Prior to joining Sedgwick, Koonce was senior director of risk management for Walmart Stores, Inc., the nation's largest private sector employer. In this role, he managed the retailer's domestic property and casualty claims program. He simultaneously served as president of Claims Management, Inc., Walmart's wholly owned third party administrator.
March 27
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David Schwartz is the president and CEO of the Financial International Business
Association, or FIBA, where he promotes growth and advancement in international
banking and finance through education, advocacy and networking. With extensive
experience in international banking and compliance, David has held leadership roles at
institutions like Regions Financial Corporation and Banque Sudameris. Fluent in
multiple languages, he holds a Juris Doctorate from New York Law School and a black
belt in Shuri-Ryu Karate. He also serves on various community boards and actively
contributes to educational and health organizations in South Florida.March 27
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Experts say financial advisors can play a critical role for clients who are in the throes of addiction and those sifting their way through the often-challenging recovery process.
March 27
