5 of 14 Breakaway Advisors from October 2024

Evan Harrigan moved from UBS to Perigon Wealth Management, LLC

Robert W. Harrigan, CFA moved from UBS to Perigon Wealth Management, LLC

Karen Diamond, CFP®, MBA moved from Wells Fargo to Founders Financial Alliance, LLC

About Karen:

“I’m passionate about my client’s needs and goals and the management of their cash flow. My varied life experiences from business ownership to the corporate world has given me much to relate to. My practice is focused on people nearing or in retirement as well as those in transition or experiencing life changing situations.

This information is intended for use by residents of AZ, CA,FL, IL, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NY, PA, RI, SC,VA and WA only.

CA Insurance License Number 0B83822

Please contact me by e-mail karen.diamond@wfadvisors.com or by phone 919-402-2999. I cannot respond to messages through LinkedIn.”

Jared Shaft, CRPS® moved from Wells Fargo to Accelerate Retirement

About Jared:

“I began my career as an entrepreneur running a free-ride DUI prevention service in Huntington Beach. After five years of the transportation industry and selling my business in 2016, I moved into finance with a passion to work one-on-one with individuals and businesses to develop a retirement plan that is built to last.

From individuals just beginning to develop a personal investment plan to companies that have had a 401k or qualified retirement plan for decades, we have the tools and capabilities to provide professional guidance that can help take the guesswork out of your hands.

I use the strength and resources of Wells Fargo Advisors to create comprehensive investment plans for individuals and bring focus to education for participants of corporate retirement plans.

Today I enjoy working one on one with my clients to prioritize their goals and help them build, save, and preserve their wealth by:

– Thinking outside-the-box on savings strategies utilizing qualified retirement vehicles

– Simplifying investment management, addressing appropriate levels of insurance

When working with companies to manage their employee’s retirement plans we find three areas are explicitly crucial to address:

– In-depth comparison of fees and underlying investment expenses against industry benchmarks

– Participant advocacy and educating employees on financial wellness

– Fiduciary responsibilities and help minimize companies liability through a process oriented approach

This information is intended for use by residents of AZ, CA, CO, FL, HI, ID, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NV, NY, OR, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, and WA only.

CA Insurance License Number 0M00005 Resident State CA.”

Hantz Serrao, CFP® moved from Wells Fargo to Founders Financial Alliance, LLC

About Hantz:

“This information is intended for use by residents of AZ, CA, FL, IL, MA, MD, MI, MN, NC, NJ, PA, RI, SC, VA, and WA only.

CA Insurance License Number 0K54266

Please contact me by e-mail Hantz.Serrao@wellsfargoadvisors.com or by Phone 919-402-2998. I cannot respond to messages through LinkedIn.”

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Conclusion

The October 2024 advisor transitions highlight how dynamic the wealth management industry continues to be, with advisors moving from large wirehouses to independent RIAs and boutique firms. These moves reflect broader trends of advisors seeking greater autonomy, stronger client alignment, and access to technology-driven platforms that support growth.

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