Industry conferences take lead in adopting formal policies, where harassment has been a problem in the past.
Signature, a $4.3 billion family office, will keep its name after the merger.
Aggressive growth strategy pushes Mercer assets to $14.5 billion.
Two weeks ago, public was told he was leaving top job at HD Vest after less than two years to spend time with family.
Access to clients through E*Trade's 30 branch offices drew the attention of RIA Edelman Financial Engines.
CEO Rudy Adolf defends business model during earnings call; shares drop 12%.
Mercer stands out as an aggressive buyer of RIAs, having done more than a dozen deals in two years.
Broker-dealer returns to investors the nearly $900,000 it gained by placing clients in higher-cost funds.
Julia Carlson learned to manage her fast-growing practice by spreading responsibility and accountability across the leadership team.
USAA will continue to operate as an insurance brokerage and banking business<a href="https://www.investmentnews.com/article/20170930/FREE/170939998/armed-forces-personnel-need-the-help-of-financial-advisers" style="color:#b10816" target="_blank">​ </a>serving military families.
