Wedbush Executive and Leadership Team

Urszula Symanski, the Chief Executive Officer at Wedbush, directs the overarching strategic vision for the firm. Overseeing institutional sales and equity research, the Chief Executive Officer ensures alignment with long-term growth objectives. This leadership role involves managing complex market-making operations while maintaining the firm's reputation for financial safety. By optimizing internal processes, Urszula Symanski drives efficiency across the 100 registered offices. The Chief Executive Officer collaborates with the Board to refine corporate finance initiatives and expand the reach of wealth management services. Through rigorous oversight of fixed income trading, the Chief Executive Officer secures the firm's competitive position in the financial sector. Symanski maintains a focus on technological integration to support client needs. Ultimately, the Chief Executive Officer fosters a culture of dedicated service, ensuring that all business units operate with the precision required for modern investment banking and correspondent clearing services.

Eric Wedbush, the Amp President & Chief Executive Officer at Wedbush, manages the firm's primary market operations and institutional client relationships. Overseeing the expansion of correspondent clearing services, the Amp President & Chief Executive Officer ensures that the firm maintains its high standards for financial safety. This leadership role involves coordinating with equity market making teams to enhance liquidity and trade execution quality. By driving North American initiatives, Eric Wedbush strengthens the firm's presence in the competitive investment landscape. The Amp President & Chief Executive Officer monitors the performance of prime brokerage services to ensure consistent revenue growth. Through strategic planning, the Amp President & Chief Executive Officer aligns corporate finance activities with the broader mission of the firm. Wedbush prioritizes the integration of advanced technology to streamline client interactions. Ultimately, the Amp President & Chief Executive Officer secures the firm's long-term stability through disciplined management and proactive market engagement.

Nichole Colling, the Senior Vice President, Head of the Chief Operating Officer Office at Wedbush, manages the daily operational workflows that support the firm's diverse service offerings. Overseeing the coordination between institutional sales and wealth management, the Senior Vice President, Head of the Chief Operating Officer Office ensures seamless execution of client requests. This leadership role involves streamlining internal communications to improve organizational efficiency across all 100 offices. By implementing robust operational frameworks, Nichole Colling drives the firm's commitment to continuity and service excellence. The Senior Vice President, Head of the Chief Operating Officer Office collaborates with other C-suite leaders to refine the delivery of correspondent clearing services. Through meticulous oversight of business support functions, the Senior Vice President, Head of the Chief Operating Officer Office maintains the integrity of the firm's operational infrastructure. Colling ensures that all departments adhere to the highest standards of financial safety and operational rigor.

Sandra Monteagudo, the Manager, Business Office & General Counsel & Chief Administrative Officer at Wedbush, directs the legal and administrative functions essential to the firm's operations. Overseeing regulatory compliance and corporate governance, the Manager, Business Office & General Counsel & Chief Administrative Officer ensures that all municipal finance and equity research activities meet strict legal standards. This leadership role involves managing the firm's legal risk profile while supporting the administrative needs of the executive team. By architecting internal policies, Sandra Monteagudo drives a culture of accountability and transparency. The Manager, Business Office & General Counsel & Chief Administrative Officer coordinates with the Board to address complex legal challenges and administrative hurdles. Through the management of the business office, the Manager, Business Office & General Counsel & Chief Administrative Officer facilitates the smooth functioning of the firm's national operations. Monteagudo protects the firm's interests while enabling the growth of its core investment services.

Kirsten Fraunces, the Executive Vice President & Chief Administrative Officer at Wedbush, manages the administrative infrastructure that supports the firm's wealth management and institutional divisions. Overseeing the allocation of resources across the firm's 100 offices, the Executive Vice President & Chief Administrative Officer ensures that operational capacity matches client demand. This leadership role involves optimizing the firm's internal systems to enhance service delivery and client financial safety. By driving initiatives that improve organizational agility, Kirsten Fraunces supports the firm's long-term strategic goals. The Executive Vice President & Chief Administrative Officer collaborates with other executives to streamline the integration of advanced technology into daily business practices. Through the management of administrative workflows, the Executive Vice President & Chief Administrative Officer ensures that the firm maintains its focus on continuity and dedicated service. Fraunces plays a central role in scaling the firm's operations to meet the evolving needs of the financial markets.

John Hever, the Vice President, Business Support at Wedbush, directs the essential support services that enable the firm's institutional and wealth management teams to function effectively. Overseeing the technical and logistical requirements of the firm's registered offices, the Vice President, Business Support ensures that all staff have the tools necessary for high-level performance. This leadership role involves managing the operational support systems that underpin equity market making and fixed income trading. By driving improvements in business support processes, John Hever enhances the overall efficiency of the firm's service delivery. The Vice President, Business Support collaborates with the Chief Operating Officer Office to align support functions with the firm's broader strategic objectives. Through the management of critical business infrastructure, the Vice President, Business Support maintains the firm's commitment to client financial safety and operational continuity. Hever ensures that the firm's support capabilities remain robust and responsive to market demands.