Ameriprise Financial Motivates and Empowers Women at Its 7th Annual Women Advisor Summits

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Ameriprise Financial recently held its 7th Annual Women Advisor Summits in Orlando, FL and Atlanta, GA, bringing together over 750 advisors, staff, and leaders. The events featured keynote speakers, best practices, and breakout sessions focused on enhancing client experiences and growing advisors' practices. The company's commitment to supporting women in the industry was highlighted, with executives emphasizing the success and growth of female-led practices.

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- More than 750 advisors, staff members and corporate leaders from Ameriprise Financial (NYSE: AMP) recently gathered in Orlando, FL and Atlanta, GA for the firm’s seventh annual Women Advisor Summits. Two separate three-day events featured powerful keynote speakers, best practices from top women advisors and Ameriprise executives, and breakout sessions focused on creating a differentiated client experience while growing and expanding advisors’ practices.

Bill Williams, president and executive vice president of the Ameriprise Independent Advisors channel, and Pat O’Connell, president and executive vice president of the Ameriprise Branch and Institutions Advisors channels, co-hosted the events along with the company’s Women’s Empowerment (WE) Networks.

“Our Women’s Advisor Summits are a celebration of the talent, dedication and passion our women advisors bring to the work they do on behalf of clients – and our commitment to being a firm of choice for women in the industry,” said Williams. “We’re proud to see the tremendous growth and success of these female-led practices and are honored to partner and support them as they help clients achieve the most important goals in life.”

“The energy, ideas, and connections made at our annual summits leave attendees inspired and invigorated throughout the year,” said Leasha Flammio-Watson, Private Wealth Advisor and President of the Ameriprise Women’s Empowerment Network for its Independent Channel. “It is one of the many ways Ameriprise supports the development and careers of women advisors and empowers us to continually elevate the way in which we serve clients”.

“The women of Ameriprise are a powerhouse,” said O’Connell, “and their accomplishments epitomize the Ameriprise culture of excellence, professional development, and personalized support that differentiates our firm.”

“There’s such a strong sense of camaraderie, respect, and encouragement for women advisors at Ameriprise,” said Alanna Morey, Private Wealth Advisor and President of the Ameriprise Women’s Empowerment Network for its branch channel. “While it’s on full display at our annual summits, it is truly palpable throughout the year – which is one of the many reasons women are proud to affiliate their practices with Ameriprise.”

Ameriprise hosts events and professional development sessions each year as part of the firm’s broader diversity and inclusion strategy to recruit, retain, develop and engage a diverse workforce. To learn more about initiatives at Ameriprise to support women advisors, visit: https://www.ameriprise.com/careers/experienced-financial-advisors/opportunity-value/women-advisors.

About Ameriprise Financial

At Ameriprise Financial, we have been helping people feel more confident about their financial future for more than 130 years. With extensive investment advice, asset management and insurance capabilities and a nationwide network of approximately 10,000 financial advisors¹, we have the strength and expertise to serve the full range of individual and institutional investors' financial needs.

Ameriprise Financial cannot guarantee future financial results.

Investment products are not insured by the FDIC, NCUA or any federal agency, are not deposits or obligations of, or guaranteed by any financial institution, and involve investment risks including possible loss of principal and fluctuation in value.

Securities offered by Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. Member FINRA and SIPC.

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¹ Ameriprise Financial Q3 2023 Earnings Release.

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Allison Harries, Media Relations

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Source: Ameriprise Financial

FAQ

What was the purpose of Ameriprise Financial's 7th Annual Women Advisor Summits?

The purpose of the summits was to empower and motivate women advisors, provide best practices, and enhance client experiences.

Where were the Women Advisor Summits held?

The summits took place in Orlando, FL and Atlanta, GA.

Who co-hosted the events?

Bill Williams and Pat O'Connell, along with the company's Women's Empowerment Networks, co-hosted the events.

What is Ameriprise Financial's commitment to women in the industry?

Ameriprise is committed to being a firm of choice for women in the industry, supporting their development and success.

How does Ameriprise support diversity and inclusion?

Ameriprise hosts events and professional development sessions as part of its broader diversity and inclusion strategy.