Wealth management
for your future

Balanz is exclusively focused on global wealth advisory with cutting-edge digital experience. As an independent solution driven firm, we provide clients personalized attention and customized solutions.

World class resources and technology

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HUMAN CAPITAL

Leveraging diverse knowledge and expertise for unique solutions.

TECHNOLOGY

Deep expertise in capitalizing on our cutting-edge technology for best consumer experience.

BUSINESS

Custom-made services, one client at a time.

Our senior leaders

They represent a culture that values integrity and transparency.
Chief Executive Officer
Richard Ganter
Chief Executive Officer

Richard brings over 30 years of broad financial services experience. He joined Balanz USA from Snowden Lane Partners where he was Managing Director and led the domestic and international wealth business within the Southeast Region. Previously, he was Senior Vice President of Wells Fargo Advisors, Regional Director of BBVA Wealth, Regional Director at Deutsche Bank and Senior Vice President of US Trust Company of Florida. Early in his career he spent 11 years with Charles Schwab in multiple roles as Regional Branch Manager, East Region Head of Fixed Income and Vice President of Institutional Sales.

Managing Director
Fred Lucier
Managing Director

Fred has more than 25 years of financial services experience across multiple capital markets roles. Most recently he served as the Managing Partner of Axio Financial (sold to iCapital Networks in November 2021), where he was responsible for origination and distribution of alternative investment products. Prior to that he was a managing director at Incapital LLC where he managed Trading and Sales of traditional fixed income products as well as structured notes, having worked previously at Deutsche Bank Securities and Bankers Trust.

Chief Operating Officer
Kerry Hamana
Chief Operating Officer

Kerry joins Balanz USA with over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. Prior to Balanz, Kerry was a Managing Director and Principal at Robertson Stephens responsible for overseeing the operating infrastructure for the firm and was instrumental in growing the business from a startup to $5.4 Billion in AUM over 5 years. Previously, he was Senior Vice President at First Republic Private Wealth Management, managing national operations for $120 Billion in AUM. Kerry has held senior roles in trading, client service, and operations at other premier firms like Russell Investments, Wells Capital, and Charles Schwab.

Chief Compliance Officer
Marc Morell
Chief Compliance Officer

With over 25 years of experience in financial services, Marc joins Balanz USA from Snowden Lane Partners, where he was the Regional Compliance Officer. Previously, he worked in similar compliance and financial advisor roles at Citi, Wells Fargo and Charles Schwab. Marc brings an exceptional perspective as our Chief Compliance Officer: in previous roles, he was a financial advisor and understands the frontline needs for advisors and how to partner with them to deliver an unparalleled client-advisor experience.

BALANZ GROUP

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20
Years of investment innovation
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Global office locations
+1.300
Employees