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Adams Street Partners Appoints Jim Walker as Partner & Global Head of Wealth
Slice of Finance Team
26 Jul
Key Highlights:
Jim Walker appointed as Partner & Global Head of Wealth at Adams Street Partners.
Walker to lead growth in wealth management, emphasizing product development for financial advisors.
Adams Street launches new website for financial advisor resources: pws.adamsstreetpartners.com.
Walker's extensive background in wealth management includes roles at Morgan Stanley, Credit Suisse, and Merrill Lynch.
COO responsibilities split with Michael Kurlander, Partner & CFO.
Source (Business Wire)
Notable Quotes:
"Jim is a natural fit for this role as a senior leader with deep investment acumen and significant operational experience. His extensive background in wealth management will accelerate our growth in private wealth."
"Our Private Wealth platform benefits from Adams Street’s more than 50 years of experience. There is significant demand from advisors and their clients for quality private markets investments."
Our Take:
Adams Street Partners' strategic appointment of Jim Walker as Partner & Global Head of Wealth is a decisive move to bolster its presence in the wealth management sector. Walker's extensive experience in both operational and leadership roles across prominent financial institutions positions him uniquely to drive growth and innovation. The new website dedicated to financial advisors underscores Adams Street's commitment to providing top-tier resources and insights, enhancing its value proposition in the private wealth space. This initiative reflects a robust strategy to cater to the evolving needs of financial advisors and their clients, leveraging over five decades of investment expertise.