CASE STUDIES

Executive Summary Axiom Financial, a mid-sized wealth management firm based in Charlotte, North Carolina, faced a critical challenge that many financial services organizations encounter: despite investing heavily in technical security controls, their employees remained vulnerable to sophisticated phishing attacks. With over 240 employees managing approximately $3.2 billion in client assets, a single successful phishing incident could have devastating consequences for both the

Client Overview Meridian Financial Group, a mid-sized wealth management firm based in Charlotte, North Carolina, manages over $2.4 billion in assets for approximately 3,500 clients across the Southeast. With 140 employees spread across their headquarters and four regional offices, the firm had built a strong reputation for personalized service and steady growth over their 28-year history. However, by early 2023, their leadership team recognized a critical vulnerability: their

Client Overview Mountain Ridge Financial is a mid-sized wealth management firm based in Denver, Colorado, managing approximately $450 million in assets for over 800 clients. With 32 employees spread across financial advisors, portfolio managers, administrative staff, and client service representatives, the firm handles sensitive financial data daily, including bank account information, investment portfolios, social security numbers, and confidential estate planning documents.