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September 13, 2012
Ron Carson: Want Growth? Do Client Advisory Councils the Right WayEmbrace transparency, advisors: done the right way, a client advisory council is the best way to organically grow your practice.
September 13, 2012
Forget Commoditized Investment Advice, Says United Capital’s DuranWhen Joe Duran mentions big ideas, he means it, something he implored attendees of MarketCounsels Member Summit 2012 to leave with and implement in their own practices.
September 12, 2012
SEC Names Bowden Deputy Director of Exam DivisionThe SEC announced Wednesday that Andrew J. Bowden has been named deputy director of the agencys Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations (OCIE).
September 12, 2012
New Hire Roundup: FINRA Names New Corporate Communications HeadThis week in new hires, FINRA announced that Greg Ahern will be its new head of corporate communications, and Neuberger & Berman welcomed Brendan Gill.
September 12, 2012
Northwestern Mutual on Recruiting SpreeDespite a gloomy jobs report last Friday which stated that unemployment for September had slightly declined to 8.1%, Northwestern Mutual announced yesterday that their recruiting is up 13%, bringing in 4,300 professionals through August.
September 12, 2012
Northwestern Mutual on Recruiting SpreeDespite a gloomy jobs report last Friday which stated that unemployment for September had slightly declined to 8.1%, Northwestern Mutual announced yesterday that their recruiting is up 13%, bringing in 4,300 professionals through August.
September 12, 2012
How Marketing and Client Relations Cement a Successful Advisory BusinessThe sometimes arduous effort to win and keep clients is the best foundation for a successful firm. But make sure you're targeting the right clients.