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LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) is a wealth management and investment advice company that operates in the financial advisor–mediated marketplace. Through LPL Financial LLC and related entities, the firm supports tens of thousands of financial advisors and the wealth management programs of numerous financial institutions, servicing and custodying brokerage and advisory assets for millions of Americans.
This news page highlights LPLA-related developments, reflecting how the company grows and manages its platform. Readers can find coverage of advisor teams and firms choosing to join LPL’s broker-dealer and Registered Investment Advisor platform or its employee advisor channel, including practices such as Oak Bridge Financial, Rand, Williams & Associates and Forest Lake Wealth Partners. These stories illustrate why advisors transition to LPL, often citing autonomy, technology capabilities, operational flexibility and support.
News items also include leadership and governance updates, such as appointments of senior executives in areas like supervision, service, legal and corporate strategy, as well as the election of independent directors to the board. In addition, LPL issues releases on its earnings release schedule, monthly activity metrics and research publications like the firm’s 2026 Outlook, which provides a data-driven view of the economic and market environment.
Investors, advisors and other interested readers can use this page to follow recurring themes in LPL’s news flow, including advisor recruitment, corporate strategy, board composition, regulatory and legal leadership, and platform growth indicators. By reviewing these updates over time, users gain insight into how LPL manages its wealth management platform and supports the advisors and institutions that rely on its services.
LPL Financial (Nasdaq:LPLA) announced that Morristown Wealth Management, led by financial advisors Don Giovanello, Jr., and Gian Paolella, CFP®, has joined LPL's broker-dealer, RIA, and custodial platforms. The team, which reported approximately $340 million in advisory and retirement plan assets, transitioned from Raymond James Financial Services.
Established in 2009, Morristown Wealth Management offers personalized financial planning, asset management, and portfolio construction services. The team chose to return to LPL, citing the platform's support for future growth, open architecture, robust technology, and strategic business resources. LPL's commitment to advisor independence and flexibility aligns with Morristown Wealth Management's goal of delivering comprehensive, client-focused advice.
LPL Financial announced that The Noble Group has joined its broker-dealer, RIA, and custodial platforms. The Noble Group, founded in 1996, reported serving approximately $2.1 billion in assets and transitioned from Raymond James. Based in Sugar Land, Texas, with a registered office in Dallas, the firm offers corporate retirement plan consulting, financial planning, and investment management services.
Joey Rose, AIF®, now serves as president and CEO, as founder Tom Noble steps away from daily operations. The move to LPL aims to provide The Noble Group with increased independence, access to advanced digital capabilities, and a platform for continued growth. LPL's flexible model allows the firm to select tailored financial planning software and resources for their clients.
LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) has announced the immediate termination of President and CEO Dan H. Arnold for violating the company's commitment to a respectful workplace. The Board of Directors made this decision based on an investigation by an outside law firm, which found Arnold made statements to employees that violated LPL's Code of Conduct.
Rich Steinmeier, currently the company's Managing Director and Chief Growth Officer, has been appointed as Interim CEO. Steinmeier, 50, has been with LPL Financial since 2018, leading teams responsible for corporate strategy, advisor recruitment, and marketing. The Board expressed confidence in Steinmeier and LPL's management team to ensure a smooth transition.
LPL Financial, one of the industry's largest wealth management firms, emphasized its commitment to maintaining focus on client success and creating long-term value for clients, employees, and shareholders.
LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: LPLA) has announced the completion of its acquisition of Atria Wealth Solutions, Inc., a wealth management solutions holding company. This strategic move brings approximately 2,400 Atria advisors and nearly 150 banks and credit unions under LPL's umbrella, enhancing their capabilities with advanced technology and services.
Rich Steinmeier, LPL's managing director and chief growth officer, emphasized the alignment of Atria's mission with LPL's focus on prioritizing the advisor experience. Doug Ketterer, Atria's CEO, highlighted the significant value this merger brings to all stakeholders. LPL expects to meet or exceed its retention target of 80%. Atria will operate as a fully owned portfolio company, with the onboarding of Atria advisors expected to be complete in mid-2025.
LPL Financial has announced the appointment of Cheri Belski as executive vice president and head of investment management solutions. With over 25 years of experience, Belski will lead key investment efforts, including LPL Research, Investment Products and Advisory Platforms, and LPL's Retirement Partners business. She will play a important role in driving strategic objectives and empowering LPL's 23,000+ advisors and approximately 1,000 institutions.
At Focus 2024, LPL highlighted new products under Belski's purview, including:
- Eight of the top ten ETF providers at no transaction charge
- 200 new SMAs for the Model Wealth Portfolios (MWP) platform
- 12 new alternative strategies, with plans to add 50 more by the end of 2025
These initiatives aim to meet the expanding needs of American investors and provide advisors with more sophisticated and customizable options.
LPL Financial has announced that financial advisors Jeff Minucci, CFP®, and David Ryzman, CFP®, have joined LPL Financial's broker-dealer, RIA and custodial platforms. They reported serving approximately $150 million in advisory, brokerage and retirement plan assets and have transitioned from Osaic. With over 20 years of collaboration, Minucci and Ryzman have launched GreenPoint Wealth Management in McKinney, Texas.
The advisors specialize in developing innovative strategies for retirement planning and financial education. They chose LPL for its strong reputation, streamlined processes, and support for continued growth. LPL Financial, a leader in wealth management, serves more than 23,000 financial advisors, including those at approximately 1,000 institutions and 580 registered investment advisor firms nationwide.
Zinnia, a leading life & annuity insurance technology services company, has announced a strategic relationship with LPL Financial, the largest broker-dealer in the U.S. This partnership will provide LPL's network of over 23,000 financial advisors with a simplified way to manage life insurance for their clients through the Policygenius Pro by Zinnia platform.
The turnkey insurance platform offers access to a wide variety of insurers, coverage types, and policy options, helping to accelerate life insurance sales and streamline the application process. LPL advisors will benefit from unique quoting tools, built-in referral processes, and support from expert licensed insurance agents, significantly reducing time spent on applications and placement times.
This collaboration aims to simplify insurance fulfillment for advisors, aligning with Zinnia's vision to transform how advisors handle life insurance for their clients, while supporting LPL's goal of helping financial professionals build competitive businesses and serve their clients' best interests.
LPL Financial has announced that financial advisors Ken Hutkin and Ron Winkler have joined their employee advisor channel, Linsco by LPL Financial, to launch 57th Street Wealth Advisors. The team, previously with Wedbush Securities, reported serving approximately $400 million in advisory, brokerage and retirement plan assets. They will operate the first Linsco office in New York City.
Hutkin and Winkler bring over 30 and 40 years of experience respectively, specializing in serving professionals, business owners, and entrepreneurs. Their team includes licensed Client Services Associate Margarita Santiago and wealth associates Nathan Wild and Noah Hutkin.
The move to Linsco allows 57th Street Wealth Advisors greater autonomy while leveraging LPL's integrated wealth management platform and business resources. LPL Financial serves over 23,000 financial advisors and is committed to supporting advisor independence and personalized client guidance.
LPL Financial released its monthly activity report for August 2024. Total advisory and brokerage assets reached $1.56 trillion, a 2.0% increase from July. Total net new assets were $6.8 billion, including $0.3 billion from acquisitions. Organic net new assets were $6.6 billion, a 5.2% annualized growth rate. Excluding $3.8 billion in off-boarded assets, organic growth was 8.1%. Total client cash balances decreased to $43.3 billion. Net buying in August was $12.6 billion. The S&P 500 Index ended at 5,648, up 2.3% from July, while the Russell 2000 Index decreased 1.6% to 2,218.
LPL Financial has announced that Bury Financial Group has joined its broker-dealer, RIA, and custodial platforms. The Youngstown, Ohio-based practice, founded by Todd Bury in 1992, reported serving approximately $655 million in advisory, brokerage, and retirement plan assets. The team, which includes partners Brian Laraway, David Maxwell, Gregory Gett, and Kelcie Schiraldi, along with advisors Nicholas Romeo and Sarah Bury, has transitioned from Osaic to LPL Financial.
Bury Financial Group chose LPL for its commitment to independence, open architecture platform, and innovative capabilities. This move is expected to strengthen their team and brand, enabling them to provide enhanced services to their clients. LPL Financial (Nasdaq: LPLA) serves over 23,000 financial advisors and is known for its advisor-mediated model and commitment to personalized financial guidance.