NewEdge Wealth Continues Strategic Growth, Names Hunter Gehring as Principal

Arkansas-based advisor joins firm, expanding nationwide presence

STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NewEdge Wealth, LLC, a registered investment adviser specializing in servicing the unique needs of ultra high net worth families, family offices, and institutional clients, is pleased to welcome Hunter Gehring as Principal. In his new role, Mr. Gehring is responsible for advancing the firm’s assets under management and cultivating relationships with ultra high net worth clients. Mr. Gehring and his team are based out of Bentonville, Arkansas.

Prior to joining NewEdge Wealth, Mr. Gehring worked at Arvest Wealth Management as a Vice President, Senior Client Advisor. He was the youngest Private Wealth Advisor in the company’s history and held all production records upon his departure. Mr. Gehring has also been recognized by the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal’s 2021 “Fast 15” Class, awarded in May 2021 based on prior 12-month data.

“Hunter has accomplished so much in his early career,” said Rob Sechan, CEO and Co-Founder of NewEdge Wealth. “We are impressed with his skillset and dedication to client service. Stay tuned…Hunter will be an advisor to watch, and we are glad his continued growth will be spotlighted at NewEdge.”

“I am honored to be a part of the enthusiasm at NewEdge Wealth,” said Mr. Gehring. “I have finally found a partner that can provide the resources, research, and technology that ultra high net worth clients deserve. I am eager to show the Arkansas community what a new edge in wealth management looks like.”

NewEdge Wealth is a division of NewEdge Capital Group, which currently services over $32 billion in client assets. Alongside Arkansas, the firm now has offices in Coral Gables, FL; Manhattan Beach, CA; Miami, FL; Park City, UT; Pittsburgh, PA, as well as its Stamford, CT, headquarters. The firm’s rapid and strategic growth has continued in 2023 with the announcement of Kyle Bass and Steven Einhorn joining the Investment Advisory Board. Further expansions are expected to continue throughout the year.

About NewEdge Wealth

NewEdge Wealth is a division of NewEdge Capital Group, LLC. NewEdge Capital Group services over $32 billion in client assets across multiple business lines and supports over 300 financial advisors servicing several thousand households, family offices and institutions comprising more than 75,000 client accounts. New Edge Capital Group, LLC, a Barron’s Top 100 RIA Firm and Forbes’ America’s Top RIA Firm*, is the wealth management business unit of EdgeCo Holdings LP, which has over 700 employees and services in excess of $150 billion in wealth and retirement assets.

NewEdge Wealth is designed to meet the needs of ultra high net worth, family office and institutional clients. The division seeks to provide a select group of clients with a personalized level of service and attention designed to help organize and simplify their lives, while also providing access to an expansive menu of institutional caliber products and services — all wrapped in technology that serves as the connective tissue between the client and their advisor to create a stronger, more personal relationship. Investment advisory services offered through NewEdge Wealth, LLC, a registered investment adviser. Securities offered through NewEdge Securities, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC. NewEdge and its affiliates do not render advice on legal, tax and/or tax accounting matters to clients. Each client should consult his/her personal tax and/or legal advisor to learn about any potential tax or other implications that may result from acting on a particular recommendation. For more information, visit www.newedgewealth.com.

*Barron’s rankings awarded in September 2022 based on prior 12-month data. Forbes/Shook rankings awarded in October 2022 based on June 30, 2022 data.