HQ Function

Served as the central hub for all corporate operations, including asset management (Ivy Investments), support for its national network of financial advisors, technology, legal, and administrative functions.

Notable Features:

The Overland Park campus was a significant corporate facility in Johnson County. The planned, but never fully occupied by Waddell & Reed, Kansas City, MO headquarters was a state-of-the-art, 18-story tower designed to consolidate operations and project a modern image.

Work Culture:

The work culture was typical of the financial services industry, emphasizing client service, investment expertise, regulatory compliance, and professional development for its employees and financial advisors. It fostered a strong connection with its widespread advisor network.

HQ Significance:

The Overland Park headquarters was the long-time nerve center for Waddell & Reed's nationwide operations and a notable employer in the Kansas City metropolitan area. The planned move to downtown Kansas City, MO, signaled an intended new chapter of growth and modernization, which was ultimately reshaped by the acquisition.

Values Reflected in HQ: The long-standing Overland Park HQ reflected stability and a deep-rooted presence. The investment in the new Kansas City HQ was intended to reflect ambition, commitment to the region, and a forward-looking vision, though its destiny under the Waddell & Reed banner was altered by strategic business changes.

Location:

Waddell & Reed's operations and client-facing services were primarily concentrated within the United States. Its asset management division, Ivy Investments, managed funds that could invest globally, but the company's direct operational footprint and wealth management services were U.S.-focused.

Street Address:

6300 Lamar Avenue

City:

Overland Park

State/Province:

Kansas

Country:

USA