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Explore Elizabeth "Libet" Anderson’s journey from CIMA^® certification to Institute leadership.

The Investments & Wealth Institute has announced its new Board Officers and Directors for 2026 and 2027. Elizabeth “Libet” Anderson, CIMA^®, RMA^®, of Cetera Financial Group, was elected to serve as...

Financial Planning spotlights the Investments & Wealth Institute’s Strategy Forum as advisors explore rising demand for covered-call strategies amid high market valuations.

A Rethinking65 article covers a Strategy Forum 2025 presentation titled “Planes, Trains and Automobiles: Helping Ultra-High-Net-Worth Families Manage Their Unique ‘Stuff’ and Why It Matters,”...

Financial Advisor IQ reports out on guidance shared by Merrie Zhang of Goldman Sachs and Rich Hazzouri of Morgan Stanley during their session at Strategy Forum 2025 in New York City.

A recent Kiplinger feature spotlights Institute leadership as they break down what today’s advisors must accomplish as private markets become increasingly accessible to individual investors.

A recent Kiplinger article recognizes the CPWA^® certification as strategically valuable for HNW advisors. Learn how advanced education builds the credibility HNW clients demand.

A new Barron’s feature explores how elite financial advisors are achieving standout growth — and why advanced credentials like the CPWA^® are essential for those serving high-net-worth clients.

In a new column for Barron's, Investments & Wealth Institute CEO Sean Walters makes the case that investing in team development and professional certifications is a critical growth strategy for...

Investments & Wealth Institute CEO Sean Walters has been featured on ThinkAdvisor’s “Ask the Retirement Expert” podcast and discusses the growing importance of advisor credentials.