Giving Back Magazine May 2019 | Page 76

Finance IPG SAN DIEGO Premier Investment Management Gilbert Addeo and the team at IPG I nvestment Placement Group (IPG) is a premier wealth management firm serving San Diego along with many other national and international clients. For over 30 years, IPG has been providing personalized financial solutions for individuals, families and institutional investors to help them maintain and accumulate wealth. Their carefully cultivated team has an extensive financial, business and entrepreneurial background. Each member of their executive board has decades of notable experience, including Gilbert Addeo President & Chief Operations Officer of IPG San Diego, who gave us some insight into the company. When asked about how IPG’s approach differs from other firms, Mr. Addeo stated matter-of-factly that, “IPG is privately owned, 76 GBSAN.COM | MAY 2019 allowing us to provide investment management specifically tailored to our clients’ needs with a concierge level of service”. IPG deals directly with global banks and dealers worldwide which allows for greater freedom in trading. Additionally, they use a multiple quotation system which ensures clients receive the best pricing. They are also committed to their community. Headquartered in San Diego, IPG takes pride in giving back both financially and with their own time. As such, they have established a corporate social responsibility program with a dedicated team. By participating in philanthropy where they live and work, they strive to inspire their own employees to become involved. Mr. Addeo shared with Giving Back Magazine that their goal is “to