BOCA RATON, FL | June 4, 2026 

Vocatus, a leading strategic communications firm serving financial services companies, today announced it has been named a finalist in the 2026 Wealth Management Industry Awards (“the Wealthies”) in two categories: Client PR Campaign of the Year and Chief Executive Officer of the Year (Professional Services Firms), recognizing Ray Hennessey.

The recognition reflects Vocatus’ continued focus on helping financial services firms communicate with precision, build credibility, and drive meaningful business outcomes.

In the Client PR Campaign of the Year category, Vocatus was recognized for leading a national publicity campaign supporting the launch of Your Retirement Sketchbook by Bonnie Treichel and Jamie Hopkins. The campaign combined strategic media outreach, message development, and cross-channel promotion across print, digital, broadcast, and podcast platforms, positioning the book as a differentiated, human-centered approach to retirement planning. The initiative secured coverage across leading personal finance and wealth management outlets and contributed to the book’s placement on national bestseller lists, while establishing its authors as leading voices in retirement planning.

In the Chief Executive Officer of the Year category, Ray Hennessey, founder and CEO of Vocatus, was recognized for building a differentiated communications firm grounded in deep industry expertise and senior-level strategic counsel. Drawing on a career that spans journalism, media, and executive leadership, Ray Hennessey has positioned Vocatus as a partner to ultra-high-net-worth advisors, RIAs, asset managers, and fintech firms seeking to elevate their positioning and accelerate growth. Under his leadership, the firm has grown organically, driven by long-standing relationships, reputation, and a consistent ability to translate complex industry narratives into clear, compelling market positioning.

Together, these recognitions highlight Vocatus’ ability to operate at both the strategic and execution levels—advising senior leaders while also delivering campaigns that generate measurable visibility and market impact.

“We’re honored to be recognized across both our client work and our leadership,” said Ray Hennessey. “At Vocatus, our role is to help firms communicate with clarity and purpose in a complex industry. These finalists reflect the work we do every day—helping clients articulate what matters and connect it to meaningful outcomes.”

Now in its 12th year, the Wealth Management Industry Awards—widely known as the “Wealthies”—spotlight the companies and leaders shaping the future of financial advice, wealthtech, investment solutions and advisor growth.

A panel of judges made up of top names in the industry, led by Wealth Management director of editorial strategy and operations David Armstrong, chose the finalists and will determine the winners. Winners will be announced at a gala and awards ceremony in New York City on September 10th.

“The scale and quality of this year’s nominations reflect an industry that continues to evolve at an extraordinary pace,” said David Armstrong, Managing Director of Editorial and Content Strategies for the Wealth Management Group at Informa. “What stood out to our judges was not just product innovation, but the growing sophistication around how firms are helping advisors operate, communicate, personalize advice and build sustainable businesses. The finalists represent a broad cross-section of organizations pushing the industry forward in meaningful ways.”

About Vocatus
Vocatus is a strategic communications firm focused on financial services, operating as an outsourced CMO to growth-oriented firms across wealth management, asset management, and financial technology. The firm provides senior-level strategic guidance, positioning, media strategy, and creative execution designed to help clients build credibility, differentiate in competitive markets, and accelerate organic growth.

About the Wealth Management Industry Awards
The Wealth Management Industry Awards recognize outstanding organizations and individuals supporting financial advisor success through innovation, leadership and service. Produced by the Wealth Management Group at Informa, the program honors achievement across technology, asset management, practice management, client service, marketing, leadership and advisor support.

About Wealth Management
Wealth Management, an Informa business, provides financial professionals with trusted news, research, events, and insights to help them build stronger relationships, improve their practices, and grow their businesses.

Contact Details

For Vocatus

Christina Diabo

cdiabo@vocatusllc.com