Our Focus

At ECHELON, we are known for our deep expertise advising wealth and asset managers, but our impact reaches across the entire wealth ecosystem. We work with a broad range of industry leaders who shape how wealth is managed, delivered, and scaled.

Product Distributors

such as RIAs, hybrid firms, broker-dealers, trust companies, banks, wirehouses, and insurance brokerages.

Product Manufacturers

including traditional asset managers (mutual funds, ETFs, SMA providers), alternative asset managers (private equity, hedge funds), and insurance carriers (variable and fixed annuity providers).

Service Providers

like WealthTECH platforms, turnkey asset management platforms (TAMPs), and financial technology companies.

This expansive view gives us a unique edge and allows us to deliver more precise, relevant, and strategic advice across every engagement.

The ECHELON Advantage

At ECHELON Partners, our advantage is a rare combination of scale, deep specialization, and strategic perspective—so you can move forward with confidence.

Execution at scale

Over $750B+ in transacted assets brings proven process and closing strength.

Built for wealth and asset management

Deep domain knowledge that generalist firms can’t replicate.

Fully integrated platform

Valuation, strategic consulting, and investment banking—connected end to end.

Operators on both sides of the table

Former investors, operators, and strategists who understand real-world decisions

Independent and conflict-free

Advice aligned to one priority: your best interests.

Proprietary insight, listen-first approach

Research and market intelligence paired with a client-first, high-judgment process.

Recent Deals

We’ve advised on over 600 landmark transactions.

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ECHELON Partners served as the exclusive financial advisor to L.M. Kohn and provided:

Sell-Side M&A Advisory

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ECHELON Partners served as the exclusive financial advisor to Total Wealth Planning and provided:

Sell-Side M&A Advisory

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ECHELON Partners served as the exclusive financial advisor and provided:

Merger Advisory Services

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ECHELON served as the exclusive advisor to The Paul Group and provided:

Sell-Side M&A Advisory

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