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FLX Networks Strengthens Leadership with New Advisory Board Members

FLX Networks, a pioneer in transforming connections among asset managers, insurance carriers, and wealth management firms, has proudly announced the appointment of Alvi Abuaf and Eric Lordi to its Advisory Board. This strategic decision reflects FLX's commitment to enhancing its industry leadership as it embarks on its next growth phase.

Expanding Expertise

With a well-deserved reputation for excellence, both Abuaf and Lordi bring extensive knowledge and experience across the realms of private equity, wealth technology, asset management, and financial services. Their involvement is aimed at empowering FLX as it continues to build an extensive membership network and a robust technology platform that provides innovative solutions to its clients.

Brian Moran, the Founder and CEO of FLX Networks, expressed his excitement regarding the new members, stating, "Alvi and Eric bring an extraordinary depth of experience across investing, technology, and wealth management. As FLX continues to build the infrastructure connecting asset managers, insurance carriers, and wealth managers to one another, their perspectives will be invaluable. Their choice to join FLX underscores the immense potential we envision moving forward."

Profiles of the New Advisory Board Members

Alvi Abuaf

As an Industry Partner at Motive Partners, a distinguished private equity and venture capital firm, Abuaf has been instrumental in investing in firms shaping wealth and asset management technology, such as InvestCloud and Advicent. His extensive background includes serving as the CEO of Capco North America, along with key leadership positions at Citi and Ernst & Young/Capgemini. “I've witnessed FLX construct the essential infrastructure for our industry from its earliest phases,” shared Abuaf, highlighting his eagerness to contribute as FLX scales its network.

Eric Lordi

Lordi comes with a wealth of experience in wealth management and platform strategy. His previous roles include leading Wealth Platform and Experience at Citi Wealth and serving as Managing Director at J.P. Morgan in charge of ConnectWealth Strategic Development. He has also held prestigious positions at Morgan Stanley, Barclays, and Merrill Lynch. “Having worked inside some of the largest institutions within the wealth management industry, I understand the friction that exists in how asset managers and distributors connect,” noted Lordi, indicating his readiness to help FLX reduce these barriers for its members.

Working Together for Industry Progress

As Advisory Board members, Abuaf and Lordi will collaborate with other influential leaders, including Nate Dalton, Co-Founder of Affiliated Managers Group, and Darlene DeRemer, Co-Founder of Grail. The goal will be to foster stronger relationships across the industry, sharing valuable insights that enhance FLX’s capabilities.

About FLX Networks

FLX Networks is dedicated to streamlining and simplifying interactions between Manufacturers and Distributors through a cohesive network that enhances access to vital information, integrated workflows, and business solutions. Its growing marketplace offers tailored experiences that meet specific business needs, ultimately aiming to reduce friction, boost productivity, lower costs, and create new growth opportunities.

Through this approach, FLX Networks is committed to reshaping the landscape of wealth management, ensuring that all members can effectively connect and thrive in a highly competitive environment.