GCG Advisory Partners Expands with Gateway Capital Acquisition

GCG Advisory Partners is continuing its expansion in the independent wealth management space with the acquisition of Gateway Capital Advisors, a St. Louis-based firm overseeing approximately $400 million in assets under management. The transaction adds another partner-led team to GCG’s platform, reinforcing its strategy of aligning with entrepreneurial advisors seeking scale and succession solutions.

Gateway Capital Advisors Managing Partners Dustin Ward, Shaun Griese and Joseph Sigman will join GCG as operating and equity partners. The firm will retain its brand and leadership structure, while gaining access to GCG’s technology platform, operational infrastructure, marketing capabilities and capital resources to support future growth initiatives.

The Gateway team brings a macro-driven investment approach tailored to business-owner clients, focusing on balancing long-term growth with risk mitigation and income planning. The strategy aligns with GCG’s broader emphasis on delivering customized solutions through advisor autonomy supported by institutional-grade resources.

“GCG was built on the belief that we’re not trying to be all things to all advisors; we’re focused on being the right platform for the right partners,” said Joel Burris, CEO and Managing Partner of GCG Advisory Partners. “Joe, Dustin, Shaun and their team are exactly that and we’re looking forward to working together to grow the firm to new heights.”

The acquisition also highlights GCG’s Monetize and Grow platform, which provides liquidity and succession planning options while enabling advisors to continue building their practices. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Holland & Knight served as legal counsel to GCG.