Business Update: First Half 2017 — Market of Contrasts
As most of our clients started 2017 with a zero base budget assumption on the…
Wilbanks Partners Commentary: Asset Managers Return to Marketing Basics in Pursuit of Innovation
As traditional sales channels in both retail and institutional continue to move…
2016 Year End Update: Slowing Growth Rates & Strategic Uncertainty Still Dominant Factors
Reduced bonus accruals across most of the industry and cautious, if not “zero…
Wilbanks Partners Commentary: The Direct Retail Channel — High Potential for Future Growth
Innovative new initiatives in retail distribution with several of our clients…
Wilbanks Partners Commentary: Building a Diverse Workforce in the Investment Business
George Wilbanks’ expanded notes on his presentation to the SIFMA Asset…
Mid-Year 2016 Market Update: February Market Volatility Drives a More Conservative Hiring and Compensation Attitude Across the Industry
As a result of slower rates of growth, uncertain markets, and increasing…
Wilbanks Partners Commentary: Independent Director Recruiting — Best Practice Review
Based on our recent work in this area, George Wilbanks discusses best practices…
Business Update January 2016: Wilbanks Partners (cautiously) Wishes You a Happy & Prosperous New Year!
We ended the year busier than we started it, a trend that started at the outset…
Mid-Year Review July 2015: Executive Recruiting in AWM Business Strengthens
Executive recruiting in the asset and wealth management business continues to…
Wilbanks Partners Commentary: Significant Pay Boost Across Investment Industry Despite Low Turnover and Growth Rates
George Wilbanks examines the compensation conundrum faced by many firms dealing…