Douglass Winthrop Advisors Welcomes Keith Ardizzone as Senior Managing Director in Wealth Management

Douglass Winthrop Advisors Welcomes a New Senior Managing Director

August 13, 2025, marked a significant milestone for Douglass Winthrop Advisors LLC, a prominent investment advisory firm registered with the SEC. With assets exceeding $6.3 billion under management, they have a strong reputation in providing services tailored to individuals, families, trusts, and endowments. This week, the firm proudly announced the addition of Keith Ardizzone to their wealth management team as a Senior Managing Director, based in New York City.

Keith Ardizzone brings an impressive wealth of experience to his new role, having previously served as a Senior Managing Director at Northern Trust Corporation, where he spent 17 successful years. During his tenure at Northern Trust, Ardizzone led a professional team dedicated to delivering comprehensive wealth management services. His focus included critical areas such as financial planning, wealth transfer strategies, and intricate family governance needs, all essential for catering to multi-generational families.

Ardizzone's background is further enriched by 18 years at US Trust, where he was a managing director in their wealth management group, specializing in high-net-worth clients. His career began at PwC as a personal income tax associate, where he developed a foundational technical expertise that serves as a robust platform for his advisory work.

Lea Paine Highet, CFP® and managing partner at Douglass Winthrop, expressed enthusiasm over Ardizzone's arrival: “We are thrilled to welcome Keith to Douglass Winthrop Advisors. His extensive experience with multi-generational families and trusts aligns seamlessly with our strategic focus. Having collaborated with Keith in the past, I have every confidence that he will significantly enhance our advisory capabilities and be a vital part of our team.” This sentiment reflects the firm's commitment to strengthening its service offerings in an ever-evolving financial landscape.

Douglass Winthrop Advisors was established in 1999 and is recognized for delivering investment management and wealth advisory services across various sectors. This includes individual clients, families, trusts, endowments, and institutional investors. The firm's ownership structure is predominantly composed of its principals, which ensures a deep commitment to client success and personalized service.

As they move forward with Ardizzone onboard, Douglass Winthrop Advisors is positioned to broaden its capabilities and evolve in alignment with the needs of its discerning clientele. In a time when comprehensive and personalized financial strategies are more crucial than ever, the expertise Ardizzone brings to the table will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in navigating the complexities of wealth management.

For more information about Douglass Winthrop Advisors and their extensive range of services, please visit their official website. This strategic hire not only represents a new chapter for Ardizzone but also a promise of refined service excellence from Douglass Winthrop Advisors, with an eye towards the future of wealth management.