NJ launches annual examination of investment advisers
“The examination helps the Bureau track emerging trends in the securities market, assess risk to investors, and ensure compliance with securities law and industry standards,” said acting Consumer Affairs Director Cari Fais. “It is a key tool in the Bureau’s efforts to protect investors.”
Walden joins Columbia Bank as chief HR officer
Jenifer Walden, who will succeed Geri Kelly, brings more than 20 years’ experience at Fortune 50 financial institutions, including Ernst & Young and Prudential.
Verizon to launch new card for small businesses
The program – a joint effort among the company's Basking Ridge-based business unit, Mastercard and First National Bank of Omaha – rewards customers on purchases such as office supplies, technology and fuel.
Energy Capital Partners charged by SEC
The Summit-based investment adviser was charged by the Securities and Exchange Commission for allegedly allocating undisclosed, disproportionate expenses to a private equity fund it advises.
State building Murphy’s innovative economy ecosystem
Programs and projects around the state are working toward this goal, hoping to recapture New Jersey’s role as a leader in innovation while also creating the most diverse and inclusive such ecosystem in the U.S.
Peapack-Gladstone promotes Ciampi to managing principal, head of ops
With 30 years of financial service experience, Lisa Ciampi was elevated to senior vice president, managing principal, and head of operations for the Somerset County-based institution.
TD Bank appoints regional president
Robert Curley III started his career with the organization as a part-time teller more than 30 years ago.
More residents ‘unretire’ in NJ than any other state
A new study by MagnifyMoney found the Garden State recorded the largest percentage increase in adults 65 and older returning to work in the past two years, up from 18.1% in May 2020 to 37% in May 2022.
Bridgewater’s Synchronoss Technologies charged by SEC
The company and seven senior employees — including its former CFO — were cited June 7 by the Securities and Exchange Commission for alleged accounting-related misconduct that ran from 2013 to 2017.
CPAs’ economic outlook for 2022 not exactly sunny
Nearly 65% of the 441 accountants surveyed by the New Jersey Society of CPAs said they expect the state’s economy to get worse for the second half of 2022. Even more, 68%, expect conditions across the U.S. to worsen.
Prudential hires global head of digital products
According to his hiring announcement, Utkarsh Patel has managed complex business transformations, including at First Abu Dhabi Bank, BBVA, Humana, Citigroup and American Express.
New Financial Opportunity Center coming to Perth Amboy
The United Way of Central Jersey location, funded by American Rescue Plan money, is designed to help families still recovering from the economic impacts of COVID-19.