SPRINGFIELD, MO, November 29, 2012 (Press-News.org) Jack Thurman, president of BKD Wealth Advisors, LLC, is pleased to announce that JR Humphreys, senior managing advisor with BKD Wealth Advisors, has received the Chartered Alternative Investment AnalystSM (CAIASM) designation.
The CAIASM Charter is a distinct achievement signifying the highest degree of academic competence and working knowledge of alternative investments. Membership in the association demonstrates a strong commitment to industry best practices and professional excellence, as well as dedication to furthering alternative investment education.
"JR's dedication to earn this designation exemplifies his commitment to provide our clients the highest level of expertise and wisdom in the ever-changing and complex investment environment," Thurman said.
JR is also a Chartered Financial Analyst charterholder and has been a part of the wealth management industry since 1990, providing financial and estate planning services to high-net-worth families.
BKD Wealth Advisors has six Midwestern offices, managing and consulting on more than $2 billion for affluent/ultra-affluent families and institutions.
BKD Wealth Advisors, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of BKD, LLP, offering wealth management services for affluent individuals and families and investment consulting and compliance services for institutional clients. We build trusted relationships and tailor integrated solutions to help you meet your goals. Our advisors combine their knowledge and wisdom with the expertise of top financial institutions, including BKD, one of the nation's largest CPA and advisory firms.
BKD, LLP, one of the top tier CPA and advisory firm in the U.S., helps people and businesses realize their goals. Our more than 2,000 dedicated professionals offer solutions to clients in all 50 states and internationally. BKD and its subsidiaries offer clients a variety of services in accounting, audit and assurance, tax, risk management, technology, corporate finance, forensic and valuation services and wealth management. We combine the insight and ideas of multiple disciplines to provide solutions to a wide range of industries, including financial services, not-for-profit, manufacturing, distribution, health care, construction and real estate.
The mission of BKD is to always strive for excellence in providing services to clients, create rewarding career opportunities and maintain sound professional, business and financial standards.
BKD Wealth Advisors' JR Humphreys receives Chartered Alternative Investment AnalystSM Designation
JR Humphreys, senior managing advisor with BKD Wealth Advisors, has received the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst designation.
2012-11-29
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[Press-News.org] BKD Wealth Advisors' JR Humphreys receives Chartered Alternative Investment AnalystSM DesignationJR Humphreys, senior managing advisor with BKD Wealth Advisors, has received the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst designation.