Leno Celebrates 10th Anniversary

Leno marked its 10th anniversary July 1, 2020 trading a planned pre-COVID bash for an in-house party packed with signs and sounds of teamwork, achievement and genuine friendship. In place of tuxes and gowns, staffers and friends who helped build one of the most successful financial services businesses in the country wore smiles and masks, shedding the latter only momentarily for a quick pic.

Leno had good reason to celebrate, growing from humble beginnings with a team of four – all still an integral part of the firm—to a staff of nearly 40 professionals. Leno has more than $800 million under management and administration. Its client list numbers over 1,000 and its sights are set on greater diversity of products and expansion in South and Central America.

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