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It’s been an exciting week at Hightower’s corporate office in Chicago! On Wednesday, the Growth team welcomed Colleen Dwyer, CFP®, Senior Advisor and CFP at Private Vista LLC, for a Lunch and Learn session on behavioral finance. Colleen discussed how emotions influence investing, shared strategies for managing clients during volatile markets, and provided insights on her career journey. Meanwhile, staff members had a blast giving our brand new ice cream machine a whirl. With a variety of flavors, including both dairy and non-dairy options, and toppings like whipped cream and syrup, it was a sweet treat for everyone!
We would like to introduce you to Hightower’s Dodgeball team, “Well-th Reballance.” As an initiative by our very own culture committee, our corporate employees get together weekly in Chicago to compete, connect, and stay active!
This month at our corporate office in Chicago, we’ve been busy focusing on professional development and welcoming our new hires! Earlier this month, our Chief Growth Officer, Scott Holsopple, hosted our Executive Leadership Series, sharing valuable insights with participants from the Managing at Hightower and Leading at Hightower programs. Yesterday, we welcomed our newest team members with a fantastic New Hire Celebration, where employees enjoyed a complimentary lunch and had the opportunity to network and connect with each other.
We had an incredible time at our annual Day with the Investment Stars event last week at the legendary Rainbow Room in New York City! Special thanks to our phenomenal lineup of speakers, including Joshua Brown, Thomas (Tom) Lee, Daniel Ives, Alex Kantrowitz, Karen Finerman, and Hightower’s very own Stephanie Link. Thank you to everyone who attended and made this event a success! We look forward to seeing you at our next conference.
We are thrilled to announce that several of our financial advisors have been recognized on Barron’s 2025 Top 1,200 Financial Advisors list! This prestigious honor reflects their dedication and commitment to providing excellent service to our clients. Join us in celebrating their remarkable achievements and contributions to the financial industry. Congratulations to the awardees! Read more and check out the Barron’s 2025 Top 1,200 Financial Advisors list
We’re kicking off our 2025 events with Hightower’s annual Women & Well-th Forum, live from Beverly Hills, CA. This conference focuses on financial advisors who work primarily with female clients or are seeking to bolster the number of successful women in the wealth management industry.
Yesterday, we had the pleasure of welcoming our newest corporate team members to our Chicago office. Please join us in extending a warm welcome to them! Joined by Dan Berg, Chief Financial Officer, our new hires are (from left to right): • Yanyan Zhang – Senior Associate, Data Engineering • Dan Berg – Chief Financial Officer • Dan McGuigan – Associate, Operations • Pouria Hamidi – Director, Web Development • Josh Kestle – Senior Field Supervision Specialist • Kiki Lazz-Onyenobi – Senior Associate, Wealth Solutions (not pictured) We are thrilled to have our new hires join the team and look forward to their contributions. Interested in working at Hightower? Check out our careers page: https://bit.ly/3DgKRqi
We are thrilled to announce that seven of our advisors have been recognized on the Forbes 2025 America’s Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State list. This honor is a testament to their talent, dedication, and commitment to excellence. Thank you to our honorees for their hard work and leadership. At Hightower, we remain committed to our mission of championing women and fostering the growth and development of future female leaders. Congratulations to all the honorees!
We’re excited to announce our 2025 advisor events! These exclusive events focus on key aspects of building better advisory practices and enhancing both the client and advisor experiences, while offering opportunities for networking and collaboration. For those of you who plan to attend any of our events, we look forward to seeing you! Learn more about the advantages of being part of Hightower: https://bit.ly/3Eh5h37
Black History Month, celebrated each February, honors the achievements and impact of Black leaders, artists, scientists, and innovators who have shaped our society. This month, we highlight a trailblazer in the financial services industry: Joseph Searles III. In February 1970, Searles became the first Black floor broker at the New York Stock Exchange. His distinguished career also included roles as vice president of public finance at Manufacturers Hanover Trust Co., deputy commissioner of the New York City Economic Development Administration, and the first chairman of Harlem's 125th Street Business Improvement District. Searles was deeply committed to supporting Black businesses in New York City and organized the city's first minority franchising fair in 1969. Representation is important not just in our industry—but in all industries. Black History Month serves as a powerful reminder to recognize and amplify the invaluable contributions of Black leaders, past and present, who inspire progress and innovation. Let’s honor their legacies by continuing to build a future where diversity drives success.
