Robert Batick who manages $224 million as an independent in Guilford, Connecticut, has changed affiliation from Westport Capital Management to Securities America Inc. Also making a switch to Securities America is Norman “Todd” Coates, who manages $152 million in Tyler, Texas, and was formerly affiliated with LPL Financial.
Batick affiliated through Patriot Financial Group and Coates through Navigation Financial Group, two of Securities America’s largest affiliated super OSJs, or offices of supervisory jurisdiction.
Elsewhere in Utah, Raymond James also welcomed another experienced advisor from D.A. Davidson.
A federal appeals court says UBS can’t force arbitration in a trustee lawsuit over alleged fiduciary breaches involving millions in charitable assets.
NorthRock Partners' second deal of 2025 expands its Bay Area presence with a planning practice for tech professionals, entrepreneurs, and business owners.
Rather than big projects and ambitious revamps, a few small but consequential tweaks could make all the difference while still leaving time for well-deserved days off.
Hadley, whose time at Goldman included working with newly appointed CEO Larry Restieri, will lead the firm's efforts at advisor engagement, growth initiatives, and practice management support.
Orion's Tom Wilson on delivering coordinated, high-touch service in a world where returns alone no longer set you apart.
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.
