Latest Addition Brings Impressive Talents and
Expertise to Growing Business
NEW
YORK, July 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kingswood
U.S., part of a network of independent wealth management firms that
oversees more than $14 billion in
client assets globally, today announced the continued expansion of
its investment banking team with the appointment of Tony Tian as Senior Managing Director, of
Investment Banking, based in Midtown Manhattan.
The ongoing growth of the Kingswood Investments team follows the
strategic buildout of the firm's in-house investment banking
capabilities over the past few years and illustrates the firm's
commitment to this successful and growing business.
The Kingswood U.S. investment banking group provides access to
capital to mid-market businesses undergoing varying degrees of
operational, financial or market-driven change. With significant
and relevant industry relationships and a broad internal and
external operating resources network, the team can strengthen
client businesses and enhance value for all stakeholders.
"Tony expands our capital markets capabilities and coverage in
the vital Asian region," said Michael
Nessim, CEO, President, and Managing Partner of Kingswood
U.S. "Tony's diverse business background and working relationships
across industries will help us produce results for our clients, and
I'm thrilled to welcome him to the team."
Mr. Tian has over 15 years of experience in capital markets,
investment banking, research, and investor relations. In addition
to his Kingswood's investment banking responsibilities, he will
continue his current industry engagements, serving as co-CEO of a
Nasdaq-listed gaming company, CFO and Director of Aimfinity
Investment Corp. I, and CEO and Director of Feutune Light
Acquisition Corporation.
Previously, Mr. Tian was Managing Director and Head of Capital
Markets at U.S. Tiger Securities. He was also the founder and
President of Weitian Group, a corporate advisory and investor
relations consultancy. Before that, Mr. Tian was a sell-side
analyst for several investment banks, including Oppenheimer,
Ladenburg Thalmann, Ticonderoga Securities and Pacific Crest
Securities.
He received an MBA from New York
University, an M.A. in Economics from the University of Connecticut, and an M.S./B.S. in Land
Resources and Management from China Agricultural University. Mr.
Tian is a CFA charter holder with Series 7, 24, 63, and 79
licenses.
"I am excited to bring my talents and expertise to the Kingswood
Investment Banking team," said Mr. Tian. "Together, we will
continue to source terrific middle-market companies with innovative
products and solutions, visionary management and strong long-term
prospects and help them take their businesses to the next growth
stage. Kingswood is the place to be at this exciting time."
The Kingswood Investment Banking team comprises senior
professionals with an average of over 20 years of experience in
investment banking, located in New
York, Florida, and
Texas.
About Kingswood U.S. / Kingswood Group
Kingswood U.S.,
part of the Kingswood Group, is a network of wealth management
firms that includes an SEC-registered RIA and a FINRA-licensed
broker-dealer, offering comprehensive wealth management and
business-building services designed specifically for the
independent financial advisor. With our parent company, we
represent more than $14 billion in
AUM, and support 400 registered individuals. Kingswood has the
resources and capital of a very large financial services firm and
the personalized touch and feel of a boutique company. Kingswood
has earned a reputation as a firm built for advisors by
advisors.
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