Focus Financial Partners Inc., an interdependent network of wealth management, business management, and related financial services firms, today announced the appointment of Peter Crawford, former Chief Financial Officer of The Charles Schwab Corporation, to the Board of its parent company, effective immediately.
Mr. Crawford brings decades of experience in the financial services industry to Focus. He served as the Chief Financial Officer of Charles Schwab from 2017 until his retirement on September 30, 2024. As CFO, Mr. Crawford oversaw the Treasury and Controller functions, FP&A, Investor Relations, and Vendor Management. Over the course of his 22-year career with Charles Schwab, Peter held a series of leadership positions across the company.
“We are pleased to welcome Peter to our Board,” said Dan Glaser, Chairman of the Board of Focus’ parent company, and an Operating Partner at Clayton, Dubilier & Rice. “With his extensive experience in the wealth management industry, Peter will provide valuable insights as we continue to grow and evolve the firm.”
Michael Nathanson, Chief Executive Officer of Focus, added, “Having Peter’s guidance and insights as a member of the Board will help ensure that we remain at the forefront of delivering exceptional service and value to clients and advisors while accelerating our progress towards becoming the leading fiduciary advice company in the world.”
“I am honored to join the Board of such a proven leader in the fiduciary advice space, particularly at this exciting time of transformation for the company,” said Mr. Crawford. “I look forward to working closely with my fellow Board members in advising Focus’ management team on the continued execution and implementation of their strategic evolution.”
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