Danyell Ackerman

Danyell Ackerman serves as Associate Vice President and Trust Trader at Westwood Holdings Group, Inc., where she is a key member of the trading team specializing in trust and institutional accounts. Her current responsibilities include overseeing trade execution and settlement, contributing to asset allocation strategies, and supporting portfolio management for high-net-worth and institutional clients. Ackerman’s expertise encompasses multi-asset portfolios, with a primary focus on equities, fixed income, and diversified investment products tailored for trust and wealth management operations.

Prior to her current role, Ackerman advanced through several operational positions at Westwood Holdings Group and developed substantial experience in institutional equity sales at Jefferies & Company, where she built strong relationships with asset managers and facilitated large-scale equity transactions. Her broad sector knowledge and operational acumen equip her to manage complex trading environments and implement best practices for trade execution and compliance.

Ackerman holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management and Marketing from Stephen F. Austin State University. Throughout her career, she has contributed to process improvements and efficient trade workflow solutions, reflecting her commitment to excellence in investment operations and client service within the wealth and trust management sectors.