The merger brings together two relationship-driven wealth management firms with shared core values and a commitment to long-term client service. Chicago, IL and Des Moines, IA, [9/18/26]—Cerity Partners and Gilbert & Cook today announced their intention to merge, effective at the end of September. Cerity Partners is a leading independent wealth management and investment advisory firm with offices nationwide. Gilbert & Cook is a respected wealth management firm based in West Des Moines, Iowa. Through