Beth Lawlor, a veteran wirehouse executive most recently at UBS, has been named president of U.S. Bank’s private wealth management division. She will be based in New York.
Lawlor will set the strategic direction and oversee all aspects of the business, managing teams across the U.S., the bank said in a release.
Prior to her role as head of national field engagement and sales at UBS, Lawlor held senior posts at Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo Advisors and Smith Barney.
Rajesh Markan earlier this year pleaded guilty to one count of criminal fraud related to his sale of fake investments to 10 clients totaling $2.9 million.
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"The outcome is correct, but it's disappointing that FINRA had ample opportunity to investigate the merits of clients' allegations in these claims, including the testimony in the three investor arbitrations with hearings," Jeff Erez, a plaintiff's attorney representing a large portion of the Stifel clients, said.
Chair also praised the passage of stablecoin legislation this week.
Maridea Wealth Management's deal in Chicago, Illinois is its first after securing a strategic investment in April.
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Barely a decade old, registered index-linked annuities have quickly surged in popularity, thanks to their unique blend of protection and growth potential—an appealing option for investors looking to chart a steadier course through today's choppy market waters, says Myles Lambert, Brighthouse Financial.
