Fiduciary Trust Company has named Doris Meister President and CEO as part of a leadership transition at the 140-year-old private wealth management and trust firm. Meister succeeds Austin Shapard, who served as President and CEO for 12 years and will transition to an advisory position through the end of 2026.
Meister previously served as Fiduciary Trust Company’s Executive Chair and has more than 35 years of financial services experience.
Before joining Fiduciary, she was Chair and CEO of Wilmington Trust. In her new role, Meister plans to continue investing in the firm’s employees, technology, investment capabilities, and client experience.
Shapard will work with Meister and the broader leadership team during the transition.
Fiduciary Trust Company provides customized wealth planning, investment management, trustee and estate services, family office solutions, tax services, and custody to families, individuals, nonprofits, professional financial advisors, and single-family offices.
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“For more than 140 years, Fiduciary has earned its clients’ trust through enduring relationships, thoughtful advice and an unwavering commitment to acting in their best interests. I am excited to build on that strong foundation while investing in our people, technology and investment capabilities to further enhance the experience we provide our clients.”
Doris Meister, President and CEO of Fiduciary Trust Company
“It has been a privilege to lead Fiduciary over the past twelve years. I am incredibly proud of everything our team has accomplished together and confident the firm is well positioned for its next chapter as Doris and our leadership team continue building on the strong culture and client-first philosophy that have always defined Fiduciary.”
Austin Shapard, Senior Advisor to Fiduciary Trust Company
