Kutsmeda will report to Robert Okin, executive vice president at the private client division.

In his new role, he will assist the firm and the financial advisors with whom he works to bring in new clients and assets. His experience as a trainer and mentor will help boost the competencies of advisors and managers.

Oppenheimer & Co, a principal subsidiary of Oppenheimer Holdings, and its affiliates provide wealth management, securities brokerage and investment banking services to high net worth individuals, families, corporate executives, local governments, businesses and institutions.