Hightower Appoints Roberto Stewart As President And Chief Business Officer

Stewart to lead enterprise services and advance Hightower's integrated wealth management platform

Apr. 17, 2026 at 2:21pm

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Hightower, a leading wealth management firm, has announced the appointment of Roberto Stewart as its new President and Chief Business Officer. In this role, Stewart will oversee operations, technology, risk, product, project management, and integrations, with a focus on aligning Hightower's platform capabilities to better serve its growing network of independent financial advisors and their clients.

Why it matters

The appointment of Stewart reflects Hightower's broader strategy to enhance its wealth management platform and support the continued expansion of its national advisor network. As the firm continues to grow, strengthening its operational infrastructure and simplifying advisor engagement will be crucial to driving long-term value.

The details

Stewart brings over three decades of leadership experience in financial services and consulting. He joins Hightower from Engle Martin, where he served as Chief Operating Officer, and has held senior roles at American International Group and McKinsey & Company. In his new position, Stewart will play a central role in advancing Hightower One, the firm's integrated back- and middle-office platform, with the goal of reducing operational complexity and strengthening the infrastructure that supports advisor growth and client service.

  • Hightower announced Stewart's appointment on April 17, 2026.

The players

Roberto Stewart

The newly appointed President and Chief Business Officer of Hightower, responsible for overseeing the firm's operations, technology, risk, product, project management, and integrations.

Larry Restieri

The Chief Executive Officer of Hightower, who highlighted Stewart's experience in scaling complex organizations and strengthening core capabilities as critical to Hightower's continued platform evolution and advisor support.

Hightower

A leading wealth management firm that provides investment, financial planning, and retirement services to individuals, families, and institutions, while also supporting independent advisors with a national platform.

Gurinder Ahluwalia

The former Interim President of Hightower, who will remain involved as an advisor and continue serving on the company's Board of Directors.

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What they’re saying

“Roberto is a proven leader who knows how to simplify complexity and build platforms that drive long-term value. His experience scaling complex organizations and strengthening core capabilities will be critical as we continue to evolve Hightower One, reduce barriers for advisors, and support continued expansion across the platform.”

— Larry Restieri, Chief Executive Officer, Hightower

“I am thrilled to join Hightower and build on the strength of its foundation. My focus will be on creating greater clarity, efficiency, and alignment across Hightower One, enabling advisors to spend more time with clients and grow their practices.”

— Roberto Stewart, President and Chief Business Officer, Hightower

What’s next

As part of the leadership transition, Gurinder Ahluwalia, who previously served as Interim President, will remain involved as an advisor and continue serving on the company's Board of Directors.

The takeaway

The appointment of Roberto Stewart as Hightower's new President and Chief Business Officer underscores the firm's commitment to enhancing its wealth management platform and supporting the growth of its independent advisor network. By strengthening the operational infrastructure and simplifying advisor engagement, Hightower aims to enable its advisors to focus more on serving their clients and growing their practices.