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Awards and accolades
Alternative Asset Manager.” April 30, 2026. The detailed information provided by CIBC Private Wealth included its range of alternative investments suitable for the HNW and UHNW community as of July 31, 2025. The firm was one of four shortlisted for this award, and was the only one to win.
2026, Financial Advisor, “RIA Ranking, Discretionary & Non-Discretionary AUM” CIBC Private Wealth placed 13 of 516 firms in this ranking published July 2026. To be eligible, firms must be registered investment advisors and have at least $50 million in assets under management (“AUM”), as reported on Form ADV as of 12.31.2025. Ranking is based on AUM reported on Form ADV.
CIBC Private Wealth placed 12 of 366 firms in this ranking published July 2025. To be eligible, firms must be registered investment advisors and have at least $50 million in assets under management (“AUM”), as reported on Form ADV as of 12.31.2024. Ranking is based on AUM reported on Form ADV.
CIBC Private Wealth placed 11 of 431 firms in this ranking published July 2024. To be eligible, firms must be registered investment advisors and have at least $50 million in assets under management (“AUM”), as reported on Form ADV as of 12.31.2023. Ranking is based on AUM reported on Form ADV.
CIBC Private Wealth placed 6 of 100 firms in this list published September 12, 2025 with information provided as of June 30, 2025. Rankings are focused on private wealth management assets and include metrics on succession planning, growth, client segmentation, technology spending, and staff diversity. Rankings, ratings or awards may not be representative of any specific client’s experience. Any reference to a ranking, rating or an award provides no guarantee for future performance results and is not constant over time.
CIBC Private Wealth placed 2 of 100 firms in this list published September 13, 2024 with information provided as of June 30, 2024. Rankings are focused on private wealth management assets and include metrics on succession planning, growth, client segmentation, technology spending, and staff diversity. Rankings, ratings or awards may not be representative of any specific client’s experience. Any reference to a ranking, rating or an award provides no guarantee for future performance results and is not constant over time.
CIBC Private Wealth placed 6 of 100 firms in this list published September 18, 2023. Rankings are focused on private wealth management assets and include metrics on succession planning, growth, client segmentation, technology spending, and staff diversity. Rankings, ratings or awards may not be representative of any specific client’s experience. Any reference to a ranking, rating or an award provides no guarantee for future performance results and is not constant over time.
CIBC Private Wealth placed 7 of 100 firms in this list published September 19, 2022 with information provided as of June 30, 2022. Rankings are focused on private wealth management assets and include metrics on succession planning, growth, client segmentation, technology spending, and staff diversity.
CIBC Private Wealth placed 4 of 100 firms in the list published September 17, 2021 with information provided as of June 30, 2021. Rankings are focused on private wealth management assets and include metrics on succession planning, growth, client segmentation, technology spending, and staff diversity.
CIBC Private Wealth placed 2 of 100 firms in the list published September 14, 2020 with information provided as of June 30, 2020. Rankings are focused on private wealth management assets and include metrics on succession planning, growth, client segmentation, technology spending, and staff diversity.
Alexandra placed 43 out of 125 New York advisors in this annual ranking published in March 2026 with data provided as of 9.30.2025.
Bas Solleveld placed in the 2026 Texas advisors ranking. The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s.
Eric Propper ranked 36 out of 125 Florida advisors in this annual ranking published in March 2026 with data provided as of 9/30/25.
Eric Riak ranked 31 out of 35 Massachusetts advisors in this annual ranking published in March 2026 with data provided as of 09/30/25.
J. Kent Nossaman, Jr. placed in the 2026 Colorado advisors ranking. Ranking reflects volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s.
Tom Bridges placed 3 out of 75 Illinois advisors in this annual ranking published in March 2026 with data provided as of 09/30/25.
Vicken Ekmekjian placed 48 out of 125 California advisors in this annual ranking published in March 2026 with data provided as of 09/30/25.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.30.2024. Bas Solleveld ranked 15 out of 90 Texas advisors.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.30.2024. Eric Propper, CFA, ranked 32 out of 84 Florida advisors.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.30.2024. Eric Riak CFP® ranked 20 out of 30 Massachusetts advisors.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.30.2024. J Kent Nossaman, Jr. ranked 11 out of 18 Colorado advisors.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.30.2024. W. Scott Thompson III, CTFA, ranked 13 out of 30 Georgia advisors.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.30.2024. Tom Bridges ranked 4 out of 60 Illinois advisors. Rankings, ratings or awards may not be representative of any specific client’s experience. Any reference to a ranking, rating or an award provides no guarantee for future performance results and is not constant over time.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.30.2024. Vicken Ekmekjian ranked 40 out of 120 California advisors.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.29.2023. Eric Propper ranked 29 out of 84 Florida advisors.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.29.2023. Scott Thompson placed 13 out of 30 Georgia advisors.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.29.2023. Tom Bridges ranked 4 out of 60 Illinois advisors.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.29.2023. Vicken Ekmekjian ranked 49 out of 160 California advisors.
Alexandra Fuhrmann placed 25 out of 120 New York advisors in this ranking published in March 2022.
Charles Hoke placed 19 out of 30 Georgia advisors in this ranking published in March 2022.
Dee Ann Schedler placed 12 out of 24 D.C. advisors in this ranking published in March 2022.
Eric Propper placed 100 out of 120 New York advisors in this ranking published in March 2022.
Eric Riak placed 13 out of 30 Massachusetts advisors in this ranking published in March 2022.
Scott Thompson placed 25 out of 30 Georgia advisors in this ranking published in March 2022.
Tom Bridges placed 9 out of 60 Illinois advisors in this ranking published in March 2022. Rankings are based on assets under management, revenue produced for the firm, regulatory record, quality of practice and philanthropic work as reported to Barron’s in a survey.
Vicken Ekmekjian placed 47 out of 120 California advisors in this ranking published in March 2022.
Alexandra Fuhrmann placed 27 out of 120 New York advisors in this ranking published in March 2021.
Charles Hoke placed 20 out of 30 Georgia advisors in this ranking published in March 2021.
Eric Propper placed 87 out of 120 New York advisors in this ranking published in March 2021.
Eric Riak placed 23 out of 30 Massachusetts advisors in this ranking published in March 2021.
Kishore Setty placed 115 out of 120 New York advisors in this ranking published in March 2021.
Scott Thompson placed 24 out of 30 Georgia advisors in this ranking published in March 2021.
Tom Bridges placed 14 of 60 Illinois advisors in this ranking published in March 2021. Rankings are based on assets under management, revenue produced for the firm, regulatory record, quality of practice and philanthropic work as reported to Barron’s in a survey.
Vicken Ekmekjian placed 39 out of 120 California advisors in this ranking published in March 2021.
Alexandra Fuhrmann placed 62 of 120 New York advisors in this ranking published in March 2020.
Eric Propper placed 115 of 120 New York advisors in this ranking published in March 2020.
Scott Thompson placed 22 of 30 Georgia advisors in this ranking published in March 2020.
Tom Bridges placed 43 of 60 Illinois advisors in this ranking published in March 2020. Rankings are based on assets under management, revenue produced for the firm, regulatory record, quality of practice and philanthropic work as reported to Barron’s in a survey.
Vicken Ekmekjian, CFA, placed 41 of 120 California advisors in this ranking published in March 2020.
Eric Propper placed 103 of 120 New York state advisors in this ranking published in March 2019.
Scott Thompson placed 21 of 29 Georgia advisors in this ranking published in March 2019.
Vicken Ekmkejian placed 50 of 120 California advisors in this ranking published in March 2019.
Eric Propper placed 108 of 120 New York state advisors in this ranking published in March 2018.
Vicken Ekmkejian placed 40 of 120 California advisors in this ranking published in March 2018.
February 5, 2026. The detailed information provided by CIBC Private Wealth Management for “Best Multi-Family Office $26bn and over” award included information on both internal and external strategies. The firm was one of six shortlisted for this award, and the only firm to win. Criteria used included delivery of client objectives through risk-adjusted performance, quality of tax, estate and other services to meet the needs of HNW/UHNW with information provided as of October 2025.
February 17, 2022. The detailed information provided by CIBC Private Wealth for “Best Multi-Family Office $25bn and over” award included information on both internal and external strategies. The firm was one of four shortlisted for this award, and was the only firm to win this award. Criteria used included delivery of client objectives through risk-adjusted performance, quality of tax, estate and other services to meet the needs of HNW/UHNW clients, and client service demonstrated through client testimonials with information provided as of September 2021.
Alternative Asset Manager.” April 30, 2026. The detailed information provided by CIBC Private Wealth included its range of alternative investments suitable for the HNW and UHNW community as of July 31, 2025. The firm was one of four shortlisted for this award, and was the only one to win.
2026, Financial Advisor, “RIA Ranking, Discretionary & Non-Discretionary AUM” CIBC Private Wealth placed 13 of 516 firms in this ranking published July 2026. To be eligible, firms must be registered investment advisors and have at least $50 million in assets under management (“AUM”), as reported on Form ADV as of 12.31.2025. Ranking is based on AUM reported on Form ADV.
CIBC Private Wealth placed 12 of 366 firms in this ranking published July 2025. To be eligible, firms must be registered investment advisors and have at least $50 million in assets under management (“AUM”), as reported on Form ADV as of 12.31.2024. Ranking is based on AUM reported on Form ADV.
CIBC Private Wealth placed 11 of 431 firms in this ranking published July 2024. To be eligible, firms must be registered investment advisors and have at least $50 million in assets under management (“AUM”), as reported on Form ADV as of 12.31.2023. Ranking is based on AUM reported on Form ADV.
CIBC Private Wealth placed 6 of 100 firms in this list published September 12, 2025 with information provided as of June 30, 2025. Rankings are focused on private wealth management assets and include metrics on succession planning, growth, client segmentation, technology spending, and staff diversity. Rankings, ratings or awards may not be representative of any specific client’s experience. Any reference to a ranking, rating or an award provides no guarantee for future performance results and is not constant over time.
CIBC Private Wealth placed 2 of 100 firms in this list published September 13, 2024 with information provided as of June 30, 2024. Rankings are focused on private wealth management assets and include metrics on succession planning, growth, client segmentation, technology spending, and staff diversity. Rankings, ratings or awards may not be representative of any specific client’s experience. Any reference to a ranking, rating or an award provides no guarantee for future performance results and is not constant over time.
CIBC Private Wealth placed 6 of 100 firms in this list published September 18, 2023. Rankings are focused on private wealth management assets and include metrics on succession planning, growth, client segmentation, technology spending, and staff diversity. Rankings, ratings or awards may not be representative of any specific client’s experience. Any reference to a ranking, rating or an award provides no guarantee for future performance results and is not constant over time.
CIBC Private Wealth placed 7 of 100 firms in this list published September 19, 2022 with information provided as of June 30, 2022. Rankings are focused on private wealth management assets and include metrics on succession planning, growth, client segmentation, technology spending, and staff diversity.
CIBC Private Wealth placed 4 of 100 firms in the list published September 17, 2021 with information provided as of June 30, 2021. Rankings are focused on private wealth management assets and include metrics on succession planning, growth, client segmentation, technology spending, and staff diversity.
CIBC Private Wealth placed 2 of 100 firms in the list published September 14, 2020 with information provided as of June 30, 2020. Rankings are focused on private wealth management assets and include metrics on succession planning, growth, client segmentation, technology spending, and staff diversity.
Alexandra placed 43 out of 125 New York advisors in this annual ranking published in March 2026 with data provided as of 9.30.2025.
Bas Solleveld placed in the 2026 Texas advisors ranking. The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s.
Eric Propper ranked 36 out of 125 Florida advisors in this annual ranking published in March 2026 with data provided as of 9/30/25.
Eric Riak ranked 31 out of 35 Massachusetts advisors in this annual ranking published in March 2026 with data provided as of 09/30/25.
J. Kent Nossaman, Jr. placed in the 2026 Colorado advisors ranking. Ranking reflects volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s.
Tom Bridges placed 3 out of 75 Illinois advisors in this annual ranking published in March 2026 with data provided as of 09/30/25.
Vicken Ekmekjian placed 48 out of 125 California advisors in this annual ranking published in March 2026 with data provided as of 09/30/25.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.30.2024. Bas Solleveld ranked 15 out of 90 Texas advisors.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.30.2024. Eric Propper, CFA, ranked 32 out of 84 Florida advisors.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.30.2024. Eric Riak CFP® ranked 20 out of 30 Massachusetts advisors.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.30.2024. J Kent Nossaman, Jr. ranked 11 out of 18 Colorado advisors.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.30.2024. W. Scott Thompson III, CTFA, ranked 13 out of 30 Georgia advisors.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.30.2024. Tom Bridges ranked 4 out of 60 Illinois advisors. Rankings, ratings or awards may not be representative of any specific client’s experience. Any reference to a ranking, rating or an award provides no guarantee for future performance results and is not constant over time.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.30.2024. Vicken Ekmekjian ranked 40 out of 120 California advisors.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.29.2023. Eric Propper ranked 29 out of 84 Florida advisors.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.29.2023. Scott Thompson placed 13 out of 30 Georgia advisors.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.29.2023. Tom Bridges ranked 4 out of 60 Illinois advisors.
The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices as assessed by Barron’s. Ranking is based on self-reported information via survey as of 09.29.2023. Vicken Ekmekjian ranked 49 out of 160 California advisors.
Alexandra Fuhrmann placed 25 out of 120 New York advisors in this ranking published in March 2022.
Charles Hoke placed 19 out of 30 Georgia advisors in this ranking published in March 2022.
Dee Ann Schedler placed 12 out of 24 D.C. advisors in this ranking published in March 2022.
Eric Propper placed 100 out of 120 New York advisors in this ranking published in March 2022.
Eric Riak placed 13 out of 30 Massachusetts advisors in this ranking published in March 2022.
Scott Thompson placed 25 out of 30 Georgia advisors in this ranking published in March 2022.
Tom Bridges placed 9 out of 60 Illinois advisors in this ranking published in March 2022. Rankings are based on assets under management, revenue produced for the firm, regulatory record, quality of practice and philanthropic work as reported to Barron’s in a survey.
Vicken Ekmekjian placed 47 out of 120 California advisors in this ranking published in March 2022.
Alexandra Fuhrmann placed 27 out of 120 New York advisors in this ranking published in March 2021.
Charles Hoke placed 20 out of 30 Georgia advisors in this ranking published in March 2021.
Eric Propper placed 87 out of 120 New York advisors in this ranking published in March 2021.
Eric Riak placed 23 out of 30 Massachusetts advisors in this ranking published in March 2021.
Kishore Setty placed 115 out of 120 New York advisors in this ranking published in March 2021.
Scott Thompson placed 24 out of 30 Georgia advisors in this ranking published in March 2021.
Tom Bridges placed 14 of 60 Illinois advisors in this ranking published in March 2021. Rankings are based on assets under management, revenue produced for the firm, regulatory record, quality of practice and philanthropic work as reported to Barron’s in a survey.
Vicken Ekmekjian placed 39 out of 120 California advisors in this ranking published in March 2021.
Alexandra Fuhrmann placed 62 of 120 New York advisors in this ranking published in March 2020.
Eric Propper placed 115 of 120 New York advisors in this ranking published in March 2020.
Scott Thompson placed 22 of 30 Georgia advisors in this ranking published in March 2020.
Tom Bridges placed 43 of 60 Illinois advisors in this ranking published in March 2020. Rankings are based on assets under management, revenue produced for the firm, regulatory record, quality of practice and philanthropic work as reported to Barron’s in a survey.
Vicken Ekmekjian, CFA, placed 41 of 120 California advisors in this ranking published in March 2020.
Eric Propper placed 103 of 120 New York state advisors in this ranking published in March 2019.
Scott Thompson placed 21 of 29 Georgia advisors in this ranking published in March 2019.
Vicken Ekmkejian placed 50 of 120 California advisors in this ranking published in March 2019.
Eric Propper placed 108 of 120 New York state advisors in this ranking published in March 2018.
Vicken Ekmkejian placed 40 of 120 California advisors in this ranking published in March 2018.
February 5, 2026. The detailed information provided by CIBC Private Wealth Management for “Best Multi-Family Office $26bn and over” award included information on both internal and external strategies. The firm was one of six shortlisted for this award, and the only firm to win. Criteria used included delivery of client objectives through risk-adjusted performance, quality of tax, estate and other services to meet the needs of HNW/UHNW with information provided as of October 2025.
February 17, 2022. The detailed information provided by CIBC Private Wealth for “Best Multi-Family Office $25bn and over” award included information on both internal and external strategies. The firm was one of four shortlisted for this award, and was the only firm to win this award. Criteria used included delivery of client objectives through risk-adjusted performance, quality of tax, estate and other services to meet the needs of HNW/UHNW clients, and client service demonstrated through client testimonials with information provided as of September 2021.