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Vivax-Metrotech Partners with Oaktree to Accelerate Strategic Growth
SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vivax-Metrotech Corporation (“Vivax-Metrotech”), a leading manufacturer of precision locating and inspection devices for utility infrastructure, and Oaktree’s Power Opportunities strategy, today announced a partnership to accelerate Vivax-Metrotech’s growth trajectory and strengthen its leading position. For more than 60 years, Vivax-Metrotech has delivered best-in-class solutions for the utility industry with a focus on underground infrastructure. From its
Maridea Wealth Management Acquires Pultro Financial Management, Establishing First Pennsylvania Presence
BROOKLYN, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Maridea Wealth Management (“Maridea”) today announced the acquisition of Pultro Financial Management (“PFM”), a New Britain, Pennsylvania-based independent wealth management practice in the Philadelphia area, recognized for a behavioral finance approach to retirement planning, investment management, insurance planning, and college savings for individuals, families, and professionals. PFM manages approximately $217M in client assets. The transaction marks Maridea
Intellectus Launches Dedicated Client Engagement Team to Help Define the Next Generation of Client Experience in the AI Era
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Intellectus Partners today announced the launch of a dedicated Client Engagement team, a new function designed to transform how clients experience and engage with the firm across its people, technology, investment capabilities, services and broader ecosystem. The initiative represents the next stage of a strategy Intellectus has been building for years: combining increasingly sophisticated artificial intelligence with an even higher standard of personal service,
The Mather Group CEO Jennifer des Groseilliers Named Finalist for ThinkAdvisor 2026 Luminaries CEO of the Year
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Mather Group, LLC (TMG), a $17 billion leading wealth management firm serving high-net-worth individuals and families nationwide, today announced that CEO Jennifer des Groseilliers has been named a finalist for CEO of the Year in the RIAs – More Than $10 Billion AUM/AUA category at the 2026 ThinkAdvisor Luminaries Awards. Now in its sixth year, the ThinkAdvisor Luminaries Awards recognize firms and individuals across financial services demonstrating exemplary leade
Ramos Law Names Josh Hotchkiss Director of Litigation
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #InjuryAttorney--Ramos Law has named attorney Josh Hotchkiss as the firm’s new Director of Litigation, recognizing his extensive trial experience and unique background in law enforcement and complex personal injury cases. Hotchkiss has built a career around high-pressure environments. Before becoming an attorney, he served as a police officer and detective sergeant and was part of a specialized SWAT unit. He earned his law degree from the University of Montana School of Law and has sinc
Orion Adds BlackRock, Fidelity Investments, and Vanguard to Tailored Allocation Portfolios
OMAHA, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Orion announced today the addition of BlackRock, Fidelity Investments, and Vanguard to Tailored Allocation Portfolios, its offering that pairs third-party model portfolios with Orion’s Custom Indexing technology to deliver tax management and personalized investing at scale. These additions bring three of the largest asset managers in the U.S. to Orion’s Tailored Allocation Portfolios. Advisors can now access model portfolios from BlackRock, Fidelity Investments, an
Key Risk Names Elizabeth Fischthal Vice President of Human Resources
HIGH POINT, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Key Risk, a leading provider of workers compensation solutions, today announced the appointment of Elizabeth Fischthal as Vice President, Human Resources. Elizabeth brings more than 20 years of HR leadership experience to Key Risk. Her background spans talent management, organizational effectiveness, leadership development, talent acquisition, and culture transformation. Throughout her career, she has earned a reputation as a trusted advisor to senior leaders
Sound Point Capital Appoints Faris AbiNader as Head of Real Estate Capital Formation
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sound Point Capital Management, LP (“Sound Point”), a global alternative credit manager, today announced that Faris AbiNader has joined the firm as Head of Real Estate Capital Formation, with a focus on institutional capital formation for Sound Point’s commercial real estate credit business. Mr. AbiNader joins Sound Point amid significant momentum in its commercial real estate credit business, which has grown into a multi-billion-dollar platform. The business has expa
Laurel Now Available in the Microsoft Marketplace
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Microsoft customers worldwide can now discover and deploy Laurel through Microsoft Marketplace.
Jackson Healthcare Named One of Atlanta’s Healthiest Employers
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jackson Healthcare®, the trusted authority in healthcare talent and workforce solutions, today announced it has been named to the 2026 list of Atlanta’s Healthiest Employers®. Published in the latest issue of the Atlanta Business Chronicle, the organization appears at No. 4 in the “large company” category. Jackson Healthcare was selected as one of Atlanta’s Healthiest Employers based on its focus on holistic associate wellbeing. This includes an onsite health and welln
Best’s Market Segment Report: AM Best Maintains Stable Outlook on Global Life Reinsurance Segment
OLDWICK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #insurance--AM Best has maintained its stable outlook on the global life reinsurance segment, noting that it is led by highly rated, diversified, well-capitalized and experienced companies. In its Best’s Market Segment Report, “Market Segment Outlook—Global Life Reinsurance,” AM Best states that the segment remains concentrated, with a handful of global companies holding a significant majority of market share. A number of offshore annuity reinsurers has increased in recent y
KNOREX Expands AI-Driven Advertising Suite with the Launch of KAI Assist and XPO MCP Server Integration
ALLEN, Texas & SINGAPORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KNOREX, Ltd. ("KNOREX"; NYSE American: KNRX), a leading provider of AI-driven cross-channel programmatic advertising execution solutions, today announced the launch of KAI Assistsm within its flagship advertising management execution platform, KNOREX XPO. With complete rollout by the end of this month, KAI Assist introduces a conversational, natural language interface designed to streamline end-to-end digital advertising workflows—from campaign creatio
Stablecoin-Powered KAST Launches 24/7 Business Platform for Global Companies
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KAST, the financial platform powered by stablecoins, today launched KAST Business for fast-growing companies that earn, hire, and pay across borders. As more businesses outgrow banking built for a single-country world, KAST Business gives them a financial system built for global reach: accounts, cards, global transfers, cashback, and access to treasury-backed yields, all in one dashboard, settling 24/7 across supported markets. Stablecoin-native rails are what make it
Cotiviti Launches SmartP2P Alerts™, Giving Businesses a Proactive First Line of Defense Against Transaction Errors
SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #Cotiviti--Cotiviti's new Smart P2P Alerts™ Solution helps businesses catch transaction errors before they become losses.
Align Capital Partners Announces Sale of CompletePet to Blue Sea Capital
CLEVELAND & DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Align Capital Partners (“ACP”) is pleased to announce the sale of its pet wellness products platform CompletePet (the “Company”) to Blue Sea Capital. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, CompletePet is a leading developer, formulator and manufacturer of pet wellness products including soft chews, topical liquids and sprays, dental solutions, oils, powders and other custom formats. ACP partnered with Custom Veterinary Services in 2021 with a shared vision of buil
Locala Introduces Adaptive Advertising, Setting the Foundation for Its Next Phase of Growth
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Locala introduces Adaptive Advertising, a new approach to omnichannel media that adapts strategy to changing business and consumer reality.
Banner Corporation Completes Acquisition of Pacific Financial Corporation
WALLA WALLA, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Banner Corporation (NASDAQ: BANR) (“Banner”), the parent company of Banner Bank, has completed the previously announced acquisition of Pacific Financial Corporation (“Pacific Financial”) and its wholly owned subsidiary, Bank of the Pacific, effective September 1, 2026.“We are pleased to announce the completion of the merger, which expands our presence and density in attractive Western Washington and Western Oregon markets,” said Mark Grescovich, Banner Presid
MAI Capital Management Names Amy Brady a Managing Partner, Adding Veteran Financial Services Executive to Drive Enterprise-Wide Growth
CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Brady will oversee firmwide initiatives, including AI optimization, workflow and cost efficiencies that support MAI’s client-first culture.
Hightower Advisors Selects Dispatch to Power Hightower Signature Wealth
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dispatch, the data infrastructure platform that enables the wealth industry to run revenue-critical workflows, today announced that Hightower Advisors (“Hightower”), has selected Dispatch to provide client data infrastructure for Hightower Signature Wealth. Dispatch will orchestrate the movement, validation, and synchronization of client data across custodians and advisory systems as Hightower brings advisors into its national Hightower Signature Wealth practice and ma
Grimes & Company Adds Tax Practice, Appoints New Chief Operating Officer to Support Continued Growth
WESTBOROUGH, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Grimes & Company (“Grimes”), a full-service registered investment advisory (RIA) firm managing approximately $7 billion in assets, today announced the addition of the tax practice of Stevens and Ciccone Associates, PC, a Needham, Massachusetts-based CPA firm. The firm also announced the appointment of veteran wealth management executive Andrew Hamil as chief operating officer, reinforcing Grimes' commitment to expanding its capabilities as it continues t
