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Evolve Private Wealth Names Morgan Stanley Advisor Brett Cohen as Managing Partner
NEW YORK, February 18, 2026--Evolve Private Wealth ("Evolve"), an independent wealth management firm serving high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth families, today announced the addition of Brett Cohen as a Managing Partner, further strengthening its leadership team as the firm continues to scale nationally.
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