Accelerated Wealth Partners, a New York-based investment firm focused on scaling registered investment advisors, announced a strategic investment in RIA Advisors, a Houston-based wealth management firm, marking its first deal following a $200 million capital commitment.
The partnership is designed to accelerate RIA Advisors’ growth while maintaining its culture and high-touch client service model. The firm, which oversees $1.6 billion in assets under management, has built a strong organic growth engine through its partners’ thought leadership and media presence.
With the backing of Accelerated Wealth Partners, RIA Advisors plans to expand its footprint across Texas and broaden its capabilities by adding tax, trust and estate services. The goal is to create a more comprehensive family office-style offering for high-net-worth clients.
Accelerated Wealth Partners, founded by Eric Amar and supported by J.C. Flowers & Co., aims to provide strategic capital and M&A expertise to help partner firms scale while preserving independence. The firm focuses on growth initiatives and acquisition strategies rather than traditional back-office integration.
RIA Advisors, led by CEO Connie Mack alongside partners Lance Roberts, Richard Rosso, and Danny Ratliff, is known for its planning-led approach and macro-driven investment philosophy. The partnership is expected to enhance its ability to deliver sophisticated advice while continuing its disciplined investment process.
The transaction reflects a broader strategy by Accelerated Wealth Partners to invest selectively in high-quality advisory firms and support their expansion into adjacent services and larger markets.
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“Connie, Lance, Richard, and Danny have built a remarkable platform that resonates deeply with investors seeking clarity in complex markets. Our vision is to establish RIA Advisors as the leader in the Texas HNW market. We intend for this firm to be the ‘home of choice,’ not only for clients seeking sophisticated advice but also for elite advisors and Texas-based RIAs who wish to join a partnership that values quality and independence above all else.”
Eric Amar, Founder of Accelerated Wealth Partners
“This investment represents a natural evolution of our mission to provide real investment advice to our clients. By partnering with Eric Amar and AWP, we gain the resources to expand our footprint across Texas and enhance our specialized services without compromising our boutique service levels. We remain committed to our planning-led approach and our rigorous investment process, ensuring our clients receive the highest caliber of advice as we grow our enterprise.”
Connie Mack, CEO and Founder of RIA Advisors
