Dennis began his career in investment banking with Richmond-based Wheat First Securities in 1985. After 10 years of underwriting, due diligence, private placements and merger & acquisition work, Dennis became a restricted stock trader and share repurchase specialist. As he took on more complex projects and grew with the firm – which became First Union and then Wachovia Corporation – Dennis was recruited by Davenport & Company in 2006 to strengthen its corporate and executive service business, which serves high net worth clients.
Working closely with his sister, Maureen Gallihugh, Dennis applies his almost 40 years of experience to high net worth clients, corporate executives and companies looking for capital market experience in a retail financial advisor. He has learned that providing superior service means more than just paying attention, it means paying attention to the details that matter most to clients, including investment goals, risk tolerance and time horizon. It also means addressing sophisticated financial matters that institutions, individuals, and families may face as retirement, financial planning, and the transfer of wealth become top priorities.
Dennis earned his B.A. in Economics and M.B.A. from the University of Richmond. He is married and has two adult daughters, both working in the financial services industry. Dennis enjoys several sporting activities, especially golf. He regularly volunteers as a Special Olympics sponsor, mentors MBA students at the University of Richmond, and is active with church volunteer initiatives.