Arax Investment Partners

Arax Investment Partners operates as a buy-and-build platform within the wealth and asset management sector. The firm strategically partners with leading asset and wealth management firms, as well as financial advisory teams, offering a unique and customized approach to growth. They aim to capitalize on trends and investment opportunities within the highly fragmented wealth management space by providing experienced leadership, diverse investment solutions, and comprehensive support services. These services include access to alternative products, multi-family office capabilities, managed solutions, tax and estate planning for high and ultra-high net worth individuals, in-house insurance, trust services, and credit and lending options.

Established in 2022, Arax Investment Partners was founded by Haig Ariyan, leveraging his deep sector experience and background, and is backed by RedBird Capital Partners. RedBird Capital, a proven investor in the financial services sector, provides a strong track record, expertise, and an extensive network to support Arax's vision. Haig Ariyan previously held significant leadership roles, including President and CEO of Alex. Brown, Head of Global Wealth Solutions at Raymond James, and Head of Deutsche Bank Wealth Management, Americas.

Arax Investment Partners has demonstrated significant growth through strategic acquisitions and partnerships. Notable additions to its platform include Omni Financial, a New York-based boutique financial advisory practice, and Pinnacle Peak Private Client Group, which joined Ashton Thomas Private Wealth, one of Arax's partner firms. Other key acquisitions include GFP Private Wealth, Schechter Investment Advisors, Cedrus Financial, and US Capital Wealth Advisors, further expanding Arax's footprint and capabilities across the U.S.

The firm is led by a seasoned management team with extensive experience in scaling wealth platforms and M&A. Haig Ariyan serves as the Founder and Chief Executive Officer, overseeing all operations and strategic direction. Seth Waugh, Vice Chairman and Senior Advisor, brings a wealth of experience from his tenure as CEO of the PGA of America and leadership roles at Silver Lake and Deutsche Bank. The C-Suite collectively boasts over a century of industry experience, providing partners with robust M&A expertise, capital sourcing capabilities, and company-building acumen.