Professional development

Women board members affiliated with Wells Fargo, S&P Global and Moelis shared advice for getting onto boards successfully at American Banker's Most Powerful Women in Banking conference.

Pontera's Rory Berry and Facet Wealth's Patrick McKenna share what motivated them to enlist, and how that decision forever changed their lives.

The industry critic joins other profs who became financial advisors. She's serving as the part-time principal of a new practice launched by a longtime friend.

Titi Cole of Citi, Ellen Patterson of Wells Fargo and Ernie Johannson of BMO swapped tales and tips on being mentors and mentoring others, at American Banker's Most Powerful Women in Banking conference.

The third title in six years for the respected program highlights how financial advisors and wealth management firms are investing in the future of the industry.

Leaving the nest has always been difficult for both parents and young adults, but some key lessons can help make the transition easier.

Securian's alleged tactics with departing managing partners highlight a troubling trend among firms claiming to offer flexibility and freedom.

A new Arizent study finds that the wealth management industry is lagging behind on diversity, equity and inclusion progress. Still, many advisors believe in the value of diverse perspectives.

We are now accepting nominations for two prestigious rankings: Top 40 Brokers Under 40 and Top Regional Brokers Under 40.

Efforts to increase diversity in the wealth management industry include Raymond James' Black Financial Advisors Network and the BLX Internship Program.

In an event led by two respected RIA thought leaders, FP recognizes a half dozen people whose talent and accomplishments have them poised to advance the planning profession. What are the key factors shaping the industry's future?

The book invites women, people of color and millennials in particular to join the wealth profession. We interviewed author Raj Sharma to learn more.

The proposal mirrors FINRA's policy requiring annual continuing education.

In a panel at the Quad-A conference, executives from the three major firms explained how they view the industry's path forward on diversity.

State regulators' enforcement actions for 2021 reveal which scams pose the greatest risks to investors.

With big-name sponsors such as J.P. Morgan, LPL, Merrill Lynch and others, the event adopted a theme this year of being "reunited" together after the pandemic.

Financial Planning's Rising Stars Award recognizes professionals who have bright futures in the profession.

Wealthspire's Anora Gaudiano, one of FP's 2022 Rising Star Award winners, broke into planning after almost two decades as a journalist.

If you've never gone through one, the idea of an audit can be scary. Here's how to keep your cool and guide your firm through the process.

Columbia Investment Management's Kim Lew and Josh Brown of Ritholtz Wealth Management will quiz finalists on how they constructed their portfolios.