Atop the standard-setting organization since 2007, Kevin Keller has seen its ranks of certification holders nearly double and has overseen work to bring more diversity to the profession.

The advisor industry is awash in professional designations, but all take time and most take money. On top of that, clients probably do not know one designation from another, according to Jerry Schreck ...

During his nearly two decades at the helm, Keller has overseen growth at the organization that administers the certified ...

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CFPs focus on long-term financial planning, while CFAs hone in on investment tools and valuing assets. CFPs usually work ...

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Morgan Stanley Wealth Management recently announced that Lisa O’Bryant, a financial advisor, qualified plan financial ...