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Oppenheimer Family Office Our Guiding Principles

Why Oppenheimer?

Our Firm’s Guiding Principles Differentiate Us

  • Entrepreneurial: Like the clients we represent, we are innovative thinkers with an original vision committed to achieving our clients' goals. We are leaders, uncovering unique opportunities and innovative solutions that help empower our clients.
  • Bold Thinking: We act with confidence that is grounded by experience, insights, and original thinking that allow us to unearth new opportunities that others might miss.
  • Relentlessly Client Centric: It’s not about us. We actively listen to our clients and understand their needs. We define the way forward through their eyes and evolving goals. 
  • Responsive: We go beneath the surface of simply knowing our clients. We respond to their needs with solutions that come from our commitment to an enduring relationship.
  • Family: We have shared values and a strong mutual respect for every individual. We are united in a common bond of commitment, honesty, and trust.

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Learn more about Oppenheimer's over 145-year history. Explore Oppenheimer’s story through the decades in our anniversary history video and interactive timeline, and discover how our past continues to shape the future.

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  • 1881

    Fahnestock & Co. is founded at Two Wall Street by William Fahnestock, son of Harris C. Fahnestock—prominent financier and founding member of the First National Bank of New York (a Citigroup predecessor).

    Becomes a pillar of early American finance, admired for steadiness and trust.

  • Through Crises

    Survived the Great Depression, 1970s bear market, and the 2008 Great Recession without being acquired or liquidated—growing stronger each time.

  • 2000s

    Merged and expanded capabilities; acquired key CIBC World Markets businesses.

  • Today

    Continued investment in technology, talent, and culture to ensure our second century is even stronger than the first.

    Albert G. Lowenthal (CEO from 1985–2025) becomes Executive Chairman after growing revenue from $5M → $1.4B.

    Robert S. Lowenthal becomes CEO & President, ushering in the next chapter and generation of leadership.

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We bring together specialized expertise across every aspect of wealth management through one integrated team. A seamless approach focused on growing, preserving, and sharing your family’s legacy.
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