Meet Karen
Karen and her team are responsible for connecting SS&C Black Diamond Wealth Solutions to the trust and wealth management space through all available channels. She ensures that meticulously planned and artfully executed marketing strategies support the business development efforts, from prospective clients to existing firms. Her passion is delivering information about the platform's complex functionality in ways that speak to the needs and aspirations of wealth management companies of all structures and sizes.
Before joining SS&C, Karen was a senior manager in the marketing strategy group at FIS Global. She also held marketing roles at Atlantic Coast Bank, JP Morgan Chase, and HomeBanc Mortgage Corporation. She has a BS in Business Management from Florida State University.
Karen's Insights
November 4, 2025
From platform rebuilds to AI strategy, John Milne reflects on the past, present, and future of Black Diamond.
By: Karen Sears
October 2, 2025
Nearly two decades at Black Diamond have given Eli a unique perspective on growth, culture, and what comes next.
By: Karen Sears
September 16, 2025
Q&A with SS&C Deliver speaker Laton Spahr, President of SS&C ALPS Advisors.
By: Karen Sears
    September 2, 2025
In this conversation, we explore leadership, longevity, and why putting people first is the key to lasting client relationships.
By: Karen Sears
    July 24, 2025
Where Wealth Strategy Moves Forward.
By: Karen Sears
    July 15, 2025
In this conversation, we discuss how consistency at the top fuels trust and innovation.
By: Karen Sears
    March 25, 2025
The 12th annual Wealth Solutions Executive Forum occurred in Vilano Beach, near St. Augustine, Florida.
By: Karen Sears
    December 19, 2024
As we bid farewell to 2024, it’s impossible not to reflect on a year that redefined what’s possible in wealth management technology.
By: Karen Sears
    October 22, 2024
As a multi-generational wealth advisor, Beaumont Financial Partners utilizes a tailored investment strategy to help each client achieve their unique, long-term goals.
By: Karen Sears
    October 8, 2024
We just wrapped up another fantastic session of SS&C Deliver, and it is safe to say this has been one of the best yet!
By: Karen Sears
    August 8, 2024
Jazz will be in the air when we gather again this October in New Orleans for Deliver 2024, and we could not be more excited.
By: Karen Sears
    April 18, 2024
Recently, SS&C leaders hosted a gathering of some of the country’s largest and fastest-growing wealth management firms for its annual Advisory Executive Forum.
By: Karen Sears
    April 4, 2024
Recently, SS&C leaders hosted a gathering of some of the country’s largest and fastest-growing wealth management firms for its annual Advisory Executive Forum.
By: Karen Sears
    December 26, 2023
Judging from the blogs that generated the most views in 2023, advisors are clearly interested in exploring new applications, solutions, and services that can help them enhance their offerings and strengthen client relationships.
By: Karen Sears
    May 18, 2023
Decker Wealth Management draws on more than 165 years of experience among its professionals, utilizing technology and research found within the largest firms on Wall Street.
By: Karen Sears
    August 12, 2021
Environmental, social, and governance investing has proven to attract, retain, and serve the needs of today’s investors.
By: Karen Sears