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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Lei Zhang is the founder and has served as the chief executive officer and chairman of the board of Cheche Group (NASDAQ: CCG). Before that, he served as chief executive officer of CloudPower Technology Co., Ltd. from 2010 to 2014. He was a senior manager in the global technology service department at Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. from 2001 to 2006. Zhang received a bachelor's degree in computer science and technology from Wuhan University of Technology in 2001.
February 6
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Amy Glorioso joined Kelly Benefits Payroll in 2022 with nearly 30 years of experience in the payroll industry. In her current role as Vice President of Client Engagement, Amy is responsible for ensuring that all payrolls are delivered timely and accurately as well as team development and client retention. Using her expertise in payroll procedures, best practices and compliance, she also is tasked with identifying and implementing process improvement and enhancements that ensure the best experience possible for clients.
February 5
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Mark Sam Kolta was at National Securities for nearly four years before its sale to B. Riley. While there, he managed to rack up more than two dozen customer complaints that were eventually settled for millions.
February 5
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Debra Taylor is spearheading a new program entailing education for financial advisors, guides for clients and technology integrations.
February 5
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The 2025 Orion Advisor Wealthtech Survey indicates that more than half of financial advisors plan to increase their investment in technology — and that many aren't using large parts of their existing tech stacks.
February 5
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Joseph H. Neely is a former director of the FDIC and career banker. He is president of Neely and Associates, a consulting firm advising banks on regulatory and strategic matters.
February 5
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Apex Clearing, a subsidiary of Apex Fintech Solutions, stood accused of misleading investors into believing they would receive compensation for lending out their brokerage holdings.
February 5
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Abby Salameh , chief growth officer atRFG Advisory , is a seasoned C-suite executive with extensive expertise in expanding financial advisory, alternative investment, fintech and financial services organizations, particularly those undergoing transformation.She has held CMO positions at RIAs including Private Advisor Group and Hightower Advisors, as well as alts platform CAIS.
February 5
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Opportunistic competitors anticipating trades are swooping in first, moving prices, according to a recent study.
February 5
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Peter Dugas is an Executive Director at Capco and leads Capco's Center of Regulatory Intelligence, focusing on delivering political and regulatory intelligence and optimizing regulatory change management programs for clients across the globe. With 25 years of experience helping clients solve their most pressing governmental challenges, Peter's career has primarily focused on providing advice on laws and regulations, regulatory affairs, and risk and compliance for financial services clients and Fortune 500 companies.
Before joining Capco, Peter worked as a lobbyist for the financial services industry and has served in senior executive positions in the U.S. Government, including the U.S. Department of the Treasury, CDFI Fund, U.S. Department of Labor, and U.S. Small Business Administration. He is frequently featured in publications such as Wall Street Journal, American Banker, The Hill, Bloomberg, Bloomberg Law, Politico, and Business Insider.
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