More than half of Ukraine’s 7.5 million children have been placed in harm’s way amidst a war that has interrupted their education and separated them from their homes and family members. As financial services professionals, there was no better time to link arms together and do our part to assist the children of Ukraine. The SPS Family (Sigma Financial Corporation, Parkland Securities LLC, Sigma Planning Corporation) jumpstarted campaign efforts with a $20,000 donation to Save the Children. Donation campaign efforts have continued through donation matching. Donations provide children and families at risk – particularly those displaced – with essential aid like water, food, hygiene kits, etc. Additional donations are matched dollar-for-dollar up to $15,000.

In a world of BD M&As at recent record highs over the last few years, it takes a strong leader to recognize that investing in change is necessary to remain an effective competitor in the broker-dealer space. Jerry Rydell is the owner and CEO of Sigma Financial Corporation. After 39 years in business, 600 hand-picked financial representatives across the US, and 130 back-office staff members, Jerry continues to demonstrate this vision and commitment by providing the best of class in technology, support, and service to those within his organization. He recognizes that you can’t continue to provide the same offerings and expect different results. Through his forward thinking and thoughtful planning, Jerry has continued to put the needs of each of these individuals first.