Ameriprise – “Nice, up-and-coming company. Really liked working here.”

Pros

Very good resources for advsiors to build their brand
Know the alpha side of the business hands down
surprisingly good resources and support
Can grow your business there
Robust platform especially with HRB Advisors aquisition
Very good executive management focused on growing the company

Cons

Constantly confused with American Express though totally separate
Will have some growing pains but will come out better
Advisors need to think bigger. New recruits in are helping this.

Advice to Senior Management

Keep doing what you're doing.