Carson Group Enhances Colorado Foothold by Acquiring Wambolt & Associates

Deal News | Jun 10, 2025 | EIN

Carson Group Enhances Colorado Foothold by Acquiring Wambolt & Associates

Carson Group, a major player in the wealth advisory industry with over $42 billion in assets under management, has made a significant acquisitive advancement by introducing Wambolt & Associates into its fold. Wambolt & Associates, founded by industry veteran Greg Wambolt in 2010, manages about $570 million in assets and is recognized for investment solutions catering to high-net-worth clients. The acquisition allows Carson Group to bolster its presence in Colorado and extend its resources to the clientele of Wambolt & Associates. According to Greg Wambolt, the merger offers clients access to more specialized resources without compromising the personalized service they are accustomed to. Carson Group's SVP of M&A, Michael Belluomini, highlighted the strategic fit that Wambolt’s team offers, underscoring a shared vision of supporting the next generation of financial advisors. The acquisition illustrates Carson's continued growth strategy which focuses on building partnerships with independent advisory firms across the U.S. Carson Group aims to help these firms grow by providing strategic resources and centralized service capabilities.

Sectors

  • Wealth Management
  • Financial Services

Geography

  • United States – The acquisition is between firms operating in the United States, with a focus on strengthening Carson's presence in Colorado.

Industry

  • Wealth Management – The article pertains to the acquisition of a wealth advisory firm, highlighting developments in the wealth management sector.
  • Financial Services – Both Carson Group and Wambolt & Associates operate within the financial services industry, providing advisory and wealth management solutions.

Financials

  • $570 million – The assets managed by Wambolt & Associates.
  • $42 billion – The total assets under management by Carson Group.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
Carson GroupAcquirerCompanyA leading wealth advisory firm with over $42 billion in assets under management.
Wambolt & AssociatesTarget companyCompanyA wealth advisory firm based in Littleton, Colorado, managing approximately $570 million in assets.
Greg WamboltFounder and Managing PartnerPersonFounder of Wambolt & Associates, with over 35 years of industry experience.
Michael BelluominiSenior Vice President of Mergers and AcquisitionsPersonSVP of M&A at Carson Group, involved in the acquisition of Wambolt & Associates.