What sets us apart

Listening intently. Asking critical questions. And offering guidance in a way that’s transparent, proactive, and genuine. You’ll benefit from our:

Deep institutional expertise

More than a century of success serving institutional clients

Proactive collaboration

Exceptional service and essential tools that improve governance and performance

Tailored advisory and administrative solutions

Independent, conflict-free fiduciary investment advice in a disciplined and consistent manner

Institutional Investment & Advisory Services

What sets us apart? In addition to top-tier investment management services and world class administrative support, it’s our mindset. We don’t just work for our clients – we serve as an extension of their teams.  

Our customized approach is a big reason why our clients continue to choose Truist.

Who we serve

We’re dedicated to delivering insightful, strategic investment and administrative expertise to:

  • Endowments
  • Private Foundations
  • Nonprofits
  • Membership Associations
  • Corporations

Sector expertise

  • Private Foundations
  • Healthcare
  • Senior Care
  • Higher Education
  • Faith-Based Organizations
  • Trade Associations
  • Community, Arts & Cultural Organizations

Dedicated to amplifying your impact

We want to see your organization succeed. We’re here to support your goals—through long-term, sustainable growth strategies. 

Invest with purpose.

The work you do every day demands a laser-sharp focus on achieving long-term investment results. Your investment strategy deserves the same kind of focus.

Consider these key questions:

  • What are your organization’s short- and long-term objectives? What role will the investment portfolio need to play in funding them?
  • How will your spending policy impact your investment portfolio?
  • What is your organization’s ability to tolerate market volatility?

Your responses will impact your portfolio’s goals, of course. But they’ll also provide some insight into your cash flow, liquidity, and capital needs.

Pillars of fundamental investing

What’s our investment philosophy? It’s grounded in an understanding of your goals and a strong fiduciary ethic. Overall, we’re looking to take advantage of near-term market inefficiencies while achieving long-term results. Our philosophy is built on four fundamental investing pillars:

The unique needs of each client should inform the investment decision-making process.

Teams focused on mission-driven organizations can leverage valuable resources.

Discipline helps to resist emotionally driven decisions.

A process designed for perpetual pools of capital has a long-term focus.

Near- and intermediate-term tilts can add value to long-term strategic allocations.

Prudent, informed portfolio construction and manager selection can add value.

Both passive and active strategies have a role to play in a well-diversified portfolio.

Fees and expenses matter—spend them wisely.

Disciplined and thoughtful diversification can manage investment risk.

Excessive risk exposures can lead to reactive and counter-productive decisions.

Truist Institutional Investment & Advisory Services at-a-glance

100+
years

Serving institutional clients

$20
billion +

Assets under management

18+
years

Average client relationship tenure. As of 12.31.2025

Connect with an institutional investment specialist

Learn more about how we can strengthen your financial footing and further empower your organization. Reach out to us via email or institutional-investments@truist.com  or call 866-223-1499 to schedule an in-person meeting.

Craig A. Robinson

Managing Director

Institutional Investment Director - National

Truist Wealth Institutional Investment Management

View Craig's bio
Laura Galaida

Senior Vice President

Fiduciary Team Director / Truist Wealth

Institutional Investment and Advisory Services

View Laura’s bio

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