Financial services
Ana Villarreal DuFlo, a seasoned financial services and communications agency executive with over a decade of digital media and public relations experience, has joined ASC Advisors as Senior Director, Head of Digital Strategy. The Digital Media Practice, led by DuFlo, aims to help hedge fund, private equity, private credit, and
Financial services
Zarra Wealth Management, a financial services firm from Long Island, has joined LPL Financial's broker-dealer, Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) platform, bringing with it approximately $270 million in advisory, brokerage, and retirement plan assets. The team of advisors, consisting of Christopher Zarra, James Kelly, and Michele Welch, has a
Financial services
S&P Global Ratings has said that high US tariffs are unlikely to derail India's long-term growth prospects, citing the government's focus on reforms, infrastructure investment, and improving living standards. The ratings agency recently upgraded India's sovereign credit rating to BBB+ with a
Financial services
The Financial Sector Job Fair 2025, held at the Dongdaemun Design Plaza in Seoul, brought together 80 organizations, including 76 financial institutions, fintech, and IT firms, to provide job seekers with firsthand experience of corporate culture and job opportunities. Lee Jin-young, a graduate of Sungkyunkwan University, is one of the
Financial services
Financial inclusion remains a cornerstone of sustainable growth and development, yet millions in Nigeria remain financially excluded, particularly in rural and underserved communities. Cryptocurrencies, with their decentralized and accessible nature, offer a transformative potential in bridging this gap by reducing barriers to access, transaction costs, and fostering innovation. However, their
Financial services
Interactive Brokers, a global electronic broker-dealer, has agreed to pay $11,832,136 to settle apparent violations of multiple Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions programs. The violations occurred over a period of almost eight years, from 2017 to 2024, and involved providing brokerage and investment services to customers
Financial services
Isabella-Rose and her pony Lennie have qualified for the prestigious Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) after winning the Working Pony class at the SEIB Insurance Brokers Search for a Star qualifier at Arena UK in Lincolnshire. The pair's victory came despite Isabella's personal challenges, including
Financial services
Women face distinct financial challenges, including the persistent wealth gap and caregiving roles, which can impact long-term savings, professional advancement opportunities, and Social Security benefits. According to recent data, women are paid 75 cents for every dollar paid to men, resulting in 30% less retirement income. Additionally, women are often
Financial services
Comprehensive Wealth Management's Vice President and lead advisor, Brian Lockett, has achieved the esteemed Accredited Estate Planner (AEP) designation, a graduate-level specialization in estate planning. This recognition stems from the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils, which sets high standards for education, experience, knowledge, professional reputation, and
Financial services
Marcus & Millichap, a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm, has announced the sale of a four-suite retail strip and a Dillon's Fuel Station Ground Lease in Hutchinson, Kansas. The property, located at 401 E. 4th Ave., spans 50,420 square feet and is leased to national tenants
Financial services
RECO, the governing body responsible for regulating real estate in Ontario, has taken control of iPro Realty Ltd. after discovering a significant shortfall in the brokerage's consumer and commission trust accounts. The alleged misappropriation of funds, totaling $10.5 million, has led to the closure of iPro Realty
Financial services
Winston-Salem State University has taken a significant step towards enhancing its administrative efficiency by appointing Jeremy Alltop as its first chief operating officer. This move comes as the university aims to strengthen collaboration across divisions and ensure long-term sustainability in a resource-conscious environment. With a distinguished career in financial strategy,
