Paul Hickey brings over 30 years of global finance, investment banking, and innovation leadership to his role as CEO of Legacy Wealth Management. A #1 bestselling author and seasoned entrepreneur, Paul is widely recognized for his deep expertise in starting, growing and leading finance and technology companies.  

Before joining Legacy, Paul led and scaled multiple technology ventures from startup to IPO, raised 22 rounds for his own companies, and served as CEO, chairman, or advisor to companies spanning telecom, finance, AI, fintech, semiconductors, and Web3. His pioneering work in capital formation, global licensing, and small-cap public market strategy has helped dozens of companies access public markets and accelerate growth. 

Paul began his career in telecommunications and rose to co-lead a New York-based investment bank focused on cross-border IPOs and M&A. He has held executive and board roles in the U.S., China, and Europe, with a proven ability to bridge cultures and navigate complex regulatory environments. His latest book, IPO vs. VC: 9 Strategic Reasons a $50M Small-Cap IPO Beats Venture Capital, reflects his mission to democratize capital and empower entrepreneurs. 

At Legacy, Paul applies his strategic vision and innovation-forward mindset to help advisors build their businesses with best practices in the RIA industry. He is passionate about creating access to alternative investments and impact opportunities that align with long-term goals and global sustainability. 

When he's not leading transformation in finance, Paul is a proud parent of four amazing children, avid tennis player, committed biohacker, and coral reef restoration enthusiast. He has held investment banking licenses (Series 24, 62, 63) and a B.S. in Business Administration from Brigham Young University, with minors in accounting and economics.