Institutional strength. Boutique service. Generational impact.
Three Partners. Decades of experience. Building security that lasts.
Three partners. Decades of experience. Building security that lasts.
We engineered Anchyra Partners to combine institutional investment expertise with state of the art technology and infrastructure.
Anchyra is inspired by the Greek word for “anchor” – a symbol of strength, stability, and security. We’re here to help you stay grounded as you grow, guiding bold decisions with quiet confidence. Our role is to be a steady partner in your pursuit of something bigger: a legacy that moves forward, and lasts. To have good partners, we must be good partners.
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Managing Partner
Zack Cloud is a seasoned financial professional with over 20 years of experience across wealth management, institutional sales, and capital markets. Most recently, he was Vice President and Private Wealth Advisor at Goldman Sachs, where he spent a decade with Brian Gately building a $2.6 billion practice advising 35 families, family offices, foundations, and institutions.
Prior to Goldman, Zack was Executive Director at Morgan Stanley in New York, specializing in mortgage- and asset-backed securities and derivatives for leading hedge funds, asset managers, and banks. He began his career in capital markets roles at a regional bank and Ernst & Young.
Zack remains actively engaged with his alma mater and community. He serves on the boards of the UAB Athletics Foundation, UAB School of Business, and the Mike Slive Foundation.
He holds dual B.S. degrees in Accounting and Finance from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Zack grew up in Northwest Florida and moved to Atlanta in 2014, after spending almost a decade in New York City where he met his wife. They have have two young boys as well as two Belgian Malinois.
CEO & Head of Corporate Development
Robert E. Durham is a senior financial executive with over 30 years of experience leading private wealth and institutional finance teams at top-tier firms. As Managing Director and Regional Director at Stephens Inc., he oversaw Private Wealth Management across major U.S. markets and launched the firm’s Alternative Investment Sourcing and Due Diligence Committee.
Before Stephens, Robert held senior leadership roles at Credit Suisse and Lehman Brothers. At Credit Suisse, he led Private Wealth and Global Family Office operations in the Southeast and served on the Americas Operating Committee. At Lehman, he directed Private Wealth and Institutional Services across the region.
Robert holds a BBA from the University of Georgia and has served in national and regional leadership roles outside of finance, including on the board of Sigma Nu Fraternity (2007–2019; Life Director) and the Ranch Owners Association in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. He currently serves on the board of the Cal Poly Rodeo Boosters in San Luis Obispo, California.
Robert is a native Georgian and has worked in Atlanta for most of his professional career. He is married with three children.
Managing Partner
Brian P. Gately, CFA, is a financial executive with nearly 30 years of experience across wealth management, institutional securities, and asset management. In 2025, he co-founded Anchyra to serve ultra-high-net-worth clients and institutions with a disciplined, client-first approach. Prior to Anchyra, Brian spent a decade at Goldman Sachs as Vice President and Private Wealth Advisor, where he co-led a $2.6 billion practice advising 35 prominent families. He built his reputation as a trusted advisor to individuals, family offices, foundations, and institutions.
Earlier, Brian was Executive Director at Morgan Stanley, advising hedge funds and asset managers through volatile markets, including the global financial crisis. He began his career in equity research, developing the analytical foundation that still shapes his investment philosophy.
Brian holds a B.A. from Washington and Lee University and is a Chartered Financial Analyst. He remains active in his alma mater, his church, and several professional and philanthropic organizations.
Brian grew up in New Jersey and moved to Atlanta following college. He is married with three children.
Investment & Risk Stewardship
Brie Rive sits as an Investment Operations Associate with a background and passion for helping high net-worth individuals achieve their financial goals through strategic wealth management and streamlined operational efficiency.
Originally from New Orleans, LA, Brie began her career as an Analyst in the Private Wealth Management division of Goldman Sachs in Atlanta, GA. At Goldman, Brie assisted in portfolio construction, implementation, and providing bespoke, intentional client service. Before starting her career, Brie attended the University of Alabama where she graduated with a Master of Science in Finance and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance in 2023.
Client Service Representative
Ansley Persichetti sits at Anchyra Partners as a Client Service Representative. With a passion for building and nurturing strong client relationships, Ansley’s goal is to assist individuals in achieving their financial goals through attentive service and proactive communication.
Before joining Anchyra Partners, Ansley was an Advisor Experience Specialist at John Hancock, where she focused on optimizing client experiences and strategic relationship building. Through active support and problem solving, Ansley supported their retirement and investment journeys. Ansley attended the University of Georgia where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and earned an Entrepreneurship Certificate from the Terry College of Business. Ansley was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia and is a dedicated Georgia Bulldogs fan. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, discovering new restaurants, and going on outdoor runs.
