UBS hires industry veteran Kathleen Ferraro as Market Director for Greenwich and Stamford, Connecticut

By: UBS Global Wealth Management US via Business Wire

July 18, 2025 at 08:00 AM EDT

UBS Global Wealth Management US today announced the appointment of Kathleen (Kathy) Ferraro, a seasoned executive with over three decades of experience, as the new Market Director for its Greenwich and Stamford, Connecticut offices. In this role, Kathy will be responsible for leading advisor development, elevating the client experience and advancing strategic growth across these key markets.

Kathy brings more than 30 years of leadership and advisory experience in the financial services industry, most recently at Morgan Stanley, where she was widely recognized for building top-performing teams and delivering exceptional client outcomes. Notably, she served as Morgan Stanley’s first female branch manager in Norwell, MA, and she spent the last 15 years leading top-performing teams and delivering outstanding client outcomes. Prior to taking over Norwell, Kathy held numerous leadership positions in Greenwich, CT.

“We are proud to welcome Kathy to UBS,” said Mara Glassel, Market Executive for the Greater New York Metro Market. “Her leadership prowess and advisory expertise solidify her reputation as a driving force in the financial services industry. We are confident that her vast experience and deep commitment to both advisor excellence and client success make her well-suited to lead in this important market.”

Throughout her career, Kathy has focused on building inclusive, high-performance cultures – in particular, mentoring rising talent, championing women in finance, and creating environments where advisors and clients can thrive. In recognition of her contributions, she was named to the MAKERS Class of 2020, a project and network dedicated to identifying and celebrating women of accomplishment across various fields.

Beyond her professional achievements, Kathy is deeply committed to her community. She actively supports numerous nonprofit initiatives focused on financial literacy, women’s empowerment, and education, including Invest in Girls and PowerToFly. Kathy also supports St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and regularly participates in charitable events throughout Fairfield County, embodying the same values of compassion, integrity and purpose that define her leadership.

The UBS Greater New York Metro Market, led by Mara Glassel, encompasses 18 offices across Long Island, Westchester, Connecticut and New Jersey.

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About UBS

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