Jeff Benjamin

Jeff Benjamin is a senior columnist who primarily writes about investments and practice management as they relate to the wealth management industry. In addition to news and opinion writing, Jeff also does regular video interviews and is the co-host of The InvestmentNews Podcast, a weekly show that takes listeners behind the scenes of our coverage. He joined InvestmentNews in 2000. Prior to InvestmentNews, Jeff’s career included working as an analyst at Cerulli Associates, and as a reporter for Dow Jones Newswires. Jeff is based in North Carolina and when he isn’t working, he can usually be found playing golf or fishing. Jeff is a former Marine and has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Central Michigan University.

Jeff Benjamin
Displaying 3577 results
Ken Van Leeuwen works with clients in two underserved niche areas
NEWS RIAS JUL 29, 2022
Ken Van Leeuwen works with clients in two underserved niche areas

The adviser targets younger corporate executives and parents whose children have special needs.

Market downturn shines new light on pros and cons of stock options
NEWS RIAS JUL 27, 2022
Market downturn shines new light on pros and cons of stock options

In the wake of the 12-year bull market, some financial planners and clients are getting their first look at the flip side of equity compensation.

Captrust rejoins the M&A game with $4 billion deal
NEWS RIAS JUL 26, 2022
Captrust rejoins the M&A game with $4 billion deal

The addition of Frontier Wealth Management marks the first acquisition of 2022 for Raleigh, North Carolina-based Captrust.

Drawn to specialize in serving innovators and entrepreneurs
NEWS RIAS JUL 25, 2022
Drawn to specialize in serving innovators and entrepreneurs

Flavia Trento says an 'accident in geography' opened her eyes to the opportunities in the innovation economy.

Carson Group snags another exec from LPL
NEWS RIAS JUL 25, 2022
Carson Group snags another exec from LPL

Former LPL exec Burt White recruits Ryan Detrick for Carson Group's newly created role of chief market strategist.

MAI Capital bulks up sports and entertainment planning with West Coast deal
NEWS RIAS JUL 21, 2022
MAI Capital bulks up sports and entertainment planning with West Coast deal

Once the acquisition of Intersect Capital closes, working with professional athletes and entertainers will make up 20% of the $13.4 billion Cleveland-based RIA's business.

Acquired RIAs are becoming the new acquirers
NEWS RIAS JUL 21, 2022
Acquired RIAs are becoming the new acquirers

The latest research from DeVoe & Co. highlights the emerging trend of sub-acquisitions, which are on track to set a record this year.

Schwab benchmarking report shows strong RIA growth, hiring challenges ahead
NEWS RIAS JUL 21, 2022
Schwab benchmarking report shows strong RIA growth, hiring challenges ahead

The 16th annual study, which compiles data from more than 1,200 firms managing a combined $1.8 trillion, shows top-tier firms succeed through efficiencies.

Mariner boosts focus on breakaways by acquiring Financial Services Network
NEWS RIAS JUL 19, 2022
Mariner boosts focus on breakaways by acquiring Financial Services Network

The deal adds $26 billion under advisement and more than 400 advisers to Mariner's existing back-office platform.

RIA consolidation on track for another record year, Echelon reports
NEWS RIAS JUL 18, 2022
RIA consolidation on track for another record year, Echelon reports

Three straight quarters of declining deal volume doesn't derail the bigger M&A trend in wealth management.