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Why Some Wealth Management Firms Actively Seek Career Changers

By Anne Field March 06, 2025 Barron’s

Many wealth management firms are actively seeking career changers. Jason Gudenius, Managing Director of Workforce at CFP Board, notes that 29% of attendees at CFP Board’s virtual career fair in fall 2024 identified as career changers, and 34% of newly minted CFP® professionals come from other industries. Firms face less competition for those pursuing their CFP® certification while transitioning careers.

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Barron’s
Anne Field
March 6, 2025