Advising Clients Is Your Business.
Powering Your Practice Is Ours.
Independent Investment Bankers Corp. is the broker-dealer platform built exclusively for independent investment bankers and M&A advisors. We provide the licensing, compliance, legal, operations, technology, and experienced support needed to build and operate a successful independent investment banking practice—so you can focus on winning mandates, advising clients, and closing transactions while maximizing your earnings.
Why Experienced Investment Bankers Choose IIB
Experienced investment bankers choose IIB because they understand that operating through a licensed institutional broker-dealer protects both their clients and their business. Being properly licensed reinforces your credibility, provides confidence to clients and counterparties, and clearly differentiates you from unlicensed advisors and consultants.
Unlike traditional investment banks and many broker-dealers, IIB allows you to build your own firm, grow your own brand, and maintain ownership of your client relationships. You remain independent while leveraging the infrastructure and support of an experienced institutional broker-dealer.
Beyond licensing, IIB delivers the resources independent investment bankers need to compete and grow. Our experienced team provides responsive compliance, legal and operational guidance, institutional-grade technology, and value-added business services designed specifically for investment bankers and M&A advisors. Combined with one of the industry's lowest-cost platforms and industry-leading payout opportunities, IIB gives you everything you need to build a successful independent investment banking practice.
How to Become an IIB Member
Joining Independent Investment Bankers Corp. is a streamlined process designed for experienced investment banking professionals. From your initial conversation through FINRA registration, every step is completed securely online through the IIB Candidate Portal. In most cases, the onboarding process can be completed in just a few business days.
Schedule a Discovery Call
Begin by scheduling a brief introductory call with our team. Before the meeting, you'll complete a short online questionnaire through the IIB Candidate Portal. This allows us to better understand your background, business model, and objectives so we can make the most of our conversation.
Receive Your Customized Membership Proposal
If we determine that IIB is a good fit for your practice, we will prepare a customized membership proposal outlining your commission payout schedule, fee structure, and other membership details. Your proposal will be delivered securely through the IIB Candidate Portal for your review.
Complete Your Registration
Once you approve your membership proposal, you'll receive your electronic registration package through the IIB Candidate Portal. After the required forms are completed and reviewed by our Compliance team, we'll provide your electronic Form U4 for signature. Once your U4 is submitted through FINRA's CRD system and all registration requirements have been satisfied, you'll officially become an IIB member.
