JHG Financial Advisors principal and founder Judson Gee has joined investment advisor Curian Capital's Everest Club, an exclusive designation reserved for select financial professionals handling Curian's managed accounts platform.

Gee has over 14 years of experience in money management. He is also among those who have received a "40 under 40" award from the Charlotte Business Journal, which recognizes individuals who've made major strides in their respective industries.

The Everest Club consists of 65 financial professionals from across the US. Members participate in a series of interactive forums with Curian's senior management to offer suggestions about the firm's strategic initiatives, growth plans and new features for its product offerings.

"The feedback we receive from Everest Club members allows us to more effectively tailor our product and service offerings to the specific needs of investors," Michael Bell, the president and chief executive officer of Curian, said in a statement.

Curian Capital has $3.6 billion in assets under management as of 31 December 2009.