Baird

Baird is an employee-owned international financial services firm founded in 1919 and headquartered in the U.S. With over 200 offices worldwide, the company manages approximately $490 billion in client assets and employs around 5,400 associates. Baird is recognized for its strong workplace culture, having been listed on the *Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For* for 22 consecutive years, ranking No. 13 in 2025. Baird operates in four main areas: Private Wealth Management, Asset Management, Global Investment Banking & Capital Markets, and Private Equity through Baird Capital. It provides tailored financial planning, investment strategies, M&A advisory, and growth financing for a diverse client base that includes individuals, families, institutional investors, corporations, and lower middle-market companies. Baird's global reach and research capabilities, particularly through its Strategas subsidiary, enhance its service offerings and client connections. The company's employee ownership model aligns associates with client outcomes, promoting a long-term focus on client goals.