RegEd Selected as “Best-in-Class” Solution for 1st Global’s Enterprise Empowerment Initiative

Raleigh, NC, Dec. 08, 2016 -- RegEd, the leading provider of enterprise Compliance Management, Licensing and Registration and Compliance Education solutions, has announced a partnership with 1st Global, an independent wealth management partner to exceptional CPA firms, to be a part of the company’s Enterprise Empowerment Initiative (EEI). 1st Global recently announced a firm-wide overhaul of its technology infrastructure and RegEd solutions will serve as a key component for the initiative and drive efficiency across a range of critical business processes.

After an extensive due diligence process, 1st Global selected RegEd to manage advertising compliance, registration renewal, firm element training, outside business activities reconciliation, personal securities account management and new advisor licensing as part of the new platform. 1st Global will also utilize RegEd SCORE^® Risk Control Center, which delivers a comprehensive view into the status of compliance requirements at the company level or specific to the individual.

“1st Global’s empowerment initiative demonstrates the firm’s ongoing commitment to compliance excellence in enabling employees and partners to adapt to a changing business landscape,” commented John M. Schobel, Chief Executive Officer at RegEd. “The role that integrated technology and effective data management play in an undertaking like this cannot be overstated. We’re pleased that RegEd was selected for the breadth of our solution suite and an unmatched ability to holistically address 1st Global’s rigorous requirements.”

The EEI began to take form more than two years ago when 1st Global’s senior executive team identified the firm’s need to enable its affiliated firms and the people in its own organization to better serve their clients. Over time, the initiative has evolved into the largest investment in internal infrastructure in the company’s 24-year history.

“We are incredibly excited about the launch of the Enterprise Empowerment Initiative, which will deliver the resources and capabilities to enable the continued success of our business,” said Adam Schaub, Chief Compliance Officer for 1st Global Capital Corp. and leader of the new compliance system. “Our affiliated advisors and home office employees benefit greatly from partnering with leading providers like RegEd to ensure that 1st Global’s technology resources represent the gold standard of our industry and enable compliance and operational excellence across the organization.”

About RegEd

RegEd, Inc. is a leading provider of compliance technology solutions with relationships with more than 400 enterprise clients, including 80% of the top 25 broker-dealers and top 25 insurance companies. Established in 1994 by former regulators, the company is a recognized industry authority and has created the standard of excellence for rule-based and content-driven compliance automation for insurance companies, investment advisors and broker-dealers.  RegEd solutions drive new levels of operational efficiency and enable firms to cost-effectively comply with regulations and mitigate risk.  For more information, please visit www.reged.com.

About 1st Global

1st Global was founded in 1992 by CPAs who believe that accounting, tax and estate planning firms are uniquely qualified to provide comprehensive wealth management services to their clients. 1st Global is a research and consulting partner that provides CPA, tax and estate planning firms with the education, technology, business-building framework and client solutions that make these firms leaders in their professions through dedicated professional client relationships built around wealth management. Around 400 firms have chosen to affiliate with 1st Global, making it one of the largest financial services partners for the tax, accounting and legal professions.

Securities are offered through 1st Global Capital Corp., which is a Member of FINRA and SIPC and is headquartered at 12750 Merit Dr., Ste. 1200 in Dallas, Texas, 214-294-5000. Investment advisory services are offered through 1st Global Advisors, Inc. Additional information about 1st Global is available at www.1stGlobal.com.

Eric Clements
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