t ssi Finding a wealth manager who suits your needs can be a daunting task. In fact, many consumers have a hd time figuring out where to even begin. Sometimes, a few simple questions can set one off on the right path. Asking a wealth manager what makes working with him or her a unique experience can help you understand how they work and if their style meshes with your own. Further, asking a financial advisor to talk about any specialties they might have can help uncover skills you might find useful. Ultimately, how do you find an experienced wealth manager who you feel comfortable working with? One who has A Select 2014 Dallas/Fort Worth Although this list is a useful tool for anyone looking for help in managing their financial world AWARD or implementing aspects of their financial strategies, it should not be considered exhaustive. Undoubtedly, there e many excellent wealth managers who, for one reason or another, e not on this ye s list. In order to consider a broad population of high-quality wealth managers, awd candidates e identified by one of three sources: firm nomination, peer nomination or pre-qualification based on industry standing. Selfnominations e not accepted. Dallas/Fort Worth awd candidates were identified using internal and external resech data. Five St Wealth Managers high retention rates? One who has undergone a thorough complaint and regulatory review? One who has tenure in the industry? Texas Monthly and Fsional ptnered to find wealth managers who satisfy 10 objective eligibility and evaluation criteria. Among many distinguishing attributes, the average one-ye client retention rate for this ye s awd winners is more than 96 percent. e fessiona Don t listen to other people. Investigate for yourself. Be wy of advisers who say they never had a down ye. Fsional Five St Wealth Manager Fsional Fsiona 2014 Five St Wealth Managers www.fivestprofessional.com Fsio
2014 Five St Wealth Managers www.fivestprofessional.com Determination OF AWARD WINNERS Resech DISCLOSURES WMD-2 texasmonthly.com Awd candidates who satisfied 10 objective eligibility and evaluation criteria were named 2014 Five St Wealth Managers. Eligibility Criteria Required 1. Credentialed as an investment advisory representative or a registered investment advisor. 2. Actively employed as a credentialed professional in the financial services industry for a minimum of five yes. 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review. 4. Fulfilled their firm review based on internal firm standds. t ssi e fessiona 5. Accepting new clients. Evaluation Criteria - Considered 6. One-ye client retention rate. 7. Five-ye client retention rate. 8. Non-institutional discretiony and/or non-discretiony client assets administered. 9. Number of client households served. 10. Education and professional designations. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or placed on the final list of Five St Wealth Managers. The Five St awd is not indicative of the wealth manager s future performance. Wealth managers may or may not use discretion in their practice and therefore may not manage their clients assets. The inclusion of a wealth manager on the Five St Wealth Manager list should not be construed as an endorsement of the wealth manager by Fsional or Texas Monthly. Working with a Five St Wealth Manager or any wealth manager is no guantee as to future investment success, nor is there any guantee that the selected wealth managers will be awded this accomplishment by Fsional in the future. Fsional Fsional is not an advisory firm, and the content of this ticle should not be considered financial advice. For more information on the Five St awd and the resech/selection methodology, go to www.fivestprofessional.com. 5,080 awd candidates in the Dallas/Fort Worth ea were considered for the Five St Wealth Manager awd. 621 (approximately 13 percent of the awd candidates) were named 2014 Five St Wealth Managers. Regulatory Review Insights from Five St Wealth Managers Wishful thinking is not planning. If you plan for the worst, you will never be unpleasantly surprised. Clients don t ce how much you know until they know how much you ce. Only invest in something that you understand. What matters most is how you recover from setbacks. Fsional As defined by Fsional, the wealth manager has not: Been subject to a regulatory action that resulted in a license being suspended or revoked, or payment of a fine. Had more than a total of three customer complaints filed against them (settled or pending) with any regulatory authority or Fsional s consumer complaint process. Individually contributed to a financial settlement of a customer complaint filed with a regulatory authority. Filed for personal bankruptcy. Been convicted of a felony. Fsional conducts a regulatory review of each nominated wealth manager using the Investment Adviser Public Disclosure (IAPD) website. Fsional also uses multiple supporting processes to help ensure that a favorable regulatory and complaint history exists. Data submitted through these processes was applied per the above criteria: Each wealth manager who passes the Fsional regulatory review must attest that they meet the definition of favorable regulatory history, based upon the criteria listed above. Fsional promotes via local advertising the opportunity for consumers to confidentially submit complaints regding a wealth manager. Fsional contacted approximately 1 in 12 households identified as having a high propensity to use the services of wealth managers in order to provide consumers the opportunity to submit complaints regding a wealth manager. Fsiona For more information on the program, go to FiveStssional.com/awds/cpa_epa_wm_program.php. Fsio
FCM Investments Team T. Montgomery Jones, Managing Ptner t ssi e fessiona Left to right: Three-ye winner Monty Jones, CFA, MBA; Michael Wu, CFA, MS; Brian O Ley, CFA, MBA; David Lewis, CFA, MBA Independent boutique manager serving a limited number of private clients Emphasizing growth stocks and dividend yield stocks on a global basis Tax efficiency in sepate accounts; no outside funds utilized FCM Investments takes a long-term approach to relationships and investing. Since our founding in 1987, we have focused exclusively on the prudent stewdship of our clients portfolios. Our clients e private investors individuals, families, their FCM Investments 2200 Ross Avenue, Suite 4600 West Dallas, TX 75201 Office: 214-665-6900 www.fcminvest.com Sepate Account for High-Net-Worth Investors trusts and private foundations more than three quters of whom have relied on FCM to manage their securities for at least a decade. Our chief goals e the preservation and growth of capital through all investment environments. Fsional Fsional The Five St Wealth Manager awd, administered by Crescendo Business Services, LLC (dba Fsional), is based on 10 objective criteria: 1. Credentialed minimum of 5 yes; 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review (As defined by Fsional, the wealth manager has not: A. Been subject to a them [settled or pending] with any regulatory authority or Fsional s consumer complaint process. Unfavorable feedback may have been discovered through a check of complaints registered with a regulatory authority or complaints registered through Fsional s consumer complaint process; C. of a felony); 4. Fulfilled their firm review based on internal standds; 5. Accepting new clients; 6. One-ye client retention rate; 7. Five-ye client retention rate; 8. Non-institutional discretiony and/or non-discretiony client assets administered; 9. Number of client households served; 10. Education and professional designations. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or awded. Once awded, wealth managers may purchase additional profile ad space or promotional products. The awd methodology does not evaluate the quality of services provided and is not indicative of the winner s future performance. 5,080 Dallas/Fort Worth wealth managers were considered for the awd; 621 (13 percent of candidates) were named Five St Wealth Managers. Fsiona texasmonthly.com WMD-3 2014 Five St Wealth Managers www.fivestprofessional.com Fsio
2014 Five St Wealth Managers www.fivestprofessional.com WMD-4 texasmonthly.com Gail Utter World-Class Service Within a Tradition of Distinctive Excellence t ssi e fessiona Left to right: Krystyl Grison, Client Associate; Callie Wynn, CRPC, Financial Consultant; two-ye winner Gail Utter, MBA, CPWA, CRPC, Managing Director Investments, Financial Advisor; Jason Blankenship, AAMS, Financial Consultant; Natalie Tuttle, Senior Registered Client Associate Named to Bron s Top 1,000 for five consecutive yes* Named to Bron s Top 100 Women Financial Advisors for four consecutive yes** Pre-eminent services for multigenerational planning Gail Utter and the Utter Wealth Group of Wells Fgo Advisors e fully invested in each client s success, providing sound financial strategies tailored to each client s goals. Utter provides complimenty reviews of portfolio assets of $1 million or greater. She and her team deliver world-class Investment Planning Comprehensive Reviews Tax-Efficient Strategies services within a tradition of distinctive excellence. Services include a tactical and strategic approach to help clients reach specified objectives. The team is committed to customized customer service, ensuring rapid response to client needs. Fsional 2027 Texoma Pkway Sherman, TX 75090 Office: 903-893-6227 Toll-free: 800-876-8221 gail.utter@wellsfgoadvisors.com www.utterwealth.wfadv.com *Rankings for Bron s Top 1,000 Advisors e generally based on data provided by over 4,000 of the nation s most productive advisors. Factors considered include assets under management, revenues, regulatory record, quality of practice and philanthropic work. Portfolio performance not explicit component. Advisor selection is not reflective of individual client satisfaction or future performance. **Bron s Top 100 Women Financial Advisors (2012) Criteria was based on filtered nominations from investment, insurance, banking and other related firms which were nrowed down based on many factors including volume of assets overseen by the advisors and their teams, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors practices. Portfolio performance is not a criterion because most advisors do not have audited track records. Wells Fgo Advisors, LLC, Member SIPC. [CAR 0414-00425]. Fsional The Five St Wealth Manager awd, administered by Crescendo Business Services, LLC (dba Fsional), is based on 10 objective criteria: 1. Credentialed minimum of 5 yes; 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review (As defined by Fsional, the wealth manager has not: A. Been subject to a them [settled or pending] with any regulatory authority or Fsional s consumer complaint process. Unfavorable feedback may have been discovered through a check of complaints registered with a regulatory authority or complaints registered through Fsional s consumer complaint process; C. of a felony); 4. Fulfilled their firm review based on internal standds; 5. Accepting new clients; 6. One-ye client retention rate; 7. Five-ye client retention rate; 8. Non-institutional discretiony and/or non-discretiony client assets administered; 9. Number of client households served; 10. Education and professional designations. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or awded. Once awded, wealth managers may purchase additional profile ad space or promotional products. The awd methodology does not evaluate the quality of services provided and is not indicative of the winner s future performance. 5,080 Dallas/Fort Worth wealth managers were considered for the awd; 621 (13 percent of candidates) were named Five St Wealth Managers. Fsiona Fsio
Michael P. Miller A Fresh, Personalized Approach to Fulfilling Your Vision t ssi e fessiona Two-ye winner Michael P. Miller, CFP, Founder of Miller Premier Investment Planning, LLC Help discovering your personal path in a peaceful, private setting Independent, fee-only advice built on awd-winning resech Continual guidance and ptnership with you towd achieving your goals Miller Premier Investment Planning, LLC was founded on the idea that great investment advice stts with clely defining your vision and taking the time to educate you on the choices available. Our fee-only process, tools and advice e based on solid awd-winning resech. Philosophy: A cle vision plus solid path equals success Client approach: Education on pros and cons of each path choice Compensation method: Fee-only Favorite book: The Bible it s the gift that keeps on giving! 1510 Wagon Wheel Court Midlothian, TX 76065 Office: 817-680-8198 mmiller@finplng.com www.finplng.com Fee-Only Retirement Planning and Wealth Advisory Services Fsional Fsional The Five St Wealth Manager awd, administered by Crescendo Business Services, LLC (dba Fsional), is based on 10 objective criteria: 1. Credentialed minimum of 5 yes; 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review (As defined by Fsional, the wealth manager has not: A. Been subject to a them [settled or pending] with any regulatory authority or Fsional s consumer complaint process. Unfavorable feedback may have been discovered through a check of complaints registered with a regulatory authority or complaints registered through Fsional s consumer complaint process; C. of a felony); 4. Fulfilled their firm review based on internal standds; 5. Accepting new clients; 6. One-ye client retention rate; 7. Five-ye client retention rate; 8. Non-institutional discretiony and/or non-discretiony client assets administered; 9. Number of client households served; 10. Education and professional designations. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or awded. Once awded, wealth managers may purchase additional profile ad space or promotional products. The awd methodology does not evaluate the quality of services provided and is not indicative of the winner s future performance. 5,080 Dallas/Fort Worth wealth managers were considered for the awd; 621 (13 percent of candidates) were named Five St Wealth Managers. Fsiona texasmonthly.com WMD-5 2014 Five St Wealth Managers www.fivestprofessional.com Fsio
2014 Five St Wealth Managers www.fivestprofessional.com WMD-6 texasmonthly.com Three-ye winner David E. Meadors t ssi e fessiona David has been a financial advisor since 1994 and focuses on comprehensive wealth management strategies for individuals and institutions. He takes the time to help his clients build a life plan, so together, they can develop a supporting investment plan. It is his belief that portfolio structure is just as important as product selection in determining the appropriate asset allocation to meet the client s financial objectives. Client reviews e also an important pt of David s process. Our ea of focus is comprehensive wealth management strategies. David E. Meadors Meadors Wealth Group at Morgan Stanley Holistic wealth management Personalized client support Retirement, financial and estate planning David E. Meadors, Senior Vice President Wealth, Portfolio Director; Hily Meadors, Senior Mketing Associate; Sonya Prince, Senior Client Service Associate; Denise Elliott, Client Service Associate; Not pictured: Vicki Tavenner, Senior Client Service Associate Fsional Left to right: Hily Meadors, Sonya Prince, three-ye winner David E. Meadors, Denise Elliott Meadors Wealth Group at Morgan Stanley 7500 Dallas Pkway, Suite 500 Plano, TX 75024 Office: 972-943-7256 Toll-free: 877-699-7017 david.e.meadors@morganstanley.com www.morganstanleyfa.com/david.e.meadors 2014 Morgan Stanley Smith Bney LLC. Member SIPC. Fsional The Five St Wealth Manager awd, administered by Crescendo Business Services, LLC (dba Fsional), is based on 10 objective criteria: 1. Credentialed minimum of 5 yes; 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review (As defined by Fsional, the wealth manager has not: A. Been subject to a them [settled or pending] with any regulatory authority or Fsional s consumer complaint process. Unfavorable feedback may have been discovered through a check of complaints registered with a regulatory authority or complaints registered through Fsional s consumer complaint process; C. of a felony); 4. Fulfilled their firm review based on internal standds; 5. Accepting new clients; 6. One-ye client retention rate; 7. Five-ye client retention rate; 8. Non-institutional discretiony and/or non-discretiony client assets administered; 9. Number of client households served; 10. Education and professional designations. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or awded. Once awded, wealth managers may purchase additional profile ad space or promotional products. The awd methodology does not evaluate the quality of services provided and is not indicative of the winner s future performance. 5,080 Dallas/Fort Worth wealth managers were considered for the awd; 621 (13 percent of candidates) were named Five St Wealth Managers. Fsiona Fsio
Paula A. Czapko Relationships Based on Trust t ssi e fessiona 2014 winner Paula A. Czapko, AAMS, First Vice President Investment Officer Dedicated to exceptional service Works diligently to understand your goals Customized investment strategies With more than 30 yes of experience in financial services, I am dedicated to helping individuals meet their financial goals. I develop a comprehensive investment plan based on longterm goals and risk tolerance. My extensive experience throughout major shifts in the mket enables me to help my clients structure balanced portfolios to address specific Focus: Results With Education goals. I am a member of Denton Benefit League and Kiwanis of Denton. I show American quter horses on a national level, and I go all over the country and meet so many friends all over the world because of horses. Fsional 701 South Croll Boulevd Denton, TX 76201 Office: 940-381-5538 Toll-free: 800-727-1819 paula.czapko@wfadvisors.com www.wfadvisors.com/paula.czapko Fsional Wells Fgo Advisors, LLC, Member SIPC. [CAR 0414-05474]. The Five St Wealth Manager awd, administered by Crescendo Business Services, LLC (dba Fsional), is based on 10 objective criteria: 1. Credentialed minimum of 5 yes; 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review (As defined by Fsional, the wealth manager has not: A. Been subject to a them [settled or pending] with any regulatory authority or Fsional s consumer complaint process. Unfavorable feedback may have been discovered through a check of complaints registered with a regulatory authority or complaints registered through Fsional s consumer complaint process; C. of a felony); 4. Fulfilled their firm review based on internal standds; 5. Accepting new clients; 6. One-ye client retention rate; 7. Five-ye client retention rate; 8. Non-institutional discretiony and/or non-discretiony client assets administered; 9. Number of client households served; 10. Education and professional designations. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or awded. Once awded, wealth managers may purchase additional profile ad space or promotional products. The awd methodology does not evaluate the quality of services provided and is not indicative of the winner s future performance. 5,080 Dallas/Fort Worth wealth managers were considered for the awd; 621 (13 percent of candidates) were named Five St Wealth Managers. Fsiona texasmonthly.com WMD-7 2014 Five St Wealth Managers www.fivestprofessional.com Fsio
2014 Five St Wealth Managers www.fivestprofessional.com WMD-8 texasmonthly.com Quest Capital, People and Processes That Fit With You and Your Life Goals t ssi e fessiona Left to right: Two-ye winner Chandler Ferguson, CFP ; three-ye winners Kalita Beck Blessing, CFP, CAP ; Rob Cox, CFP ; Chris S. Young, CFP ; My Durie, CFP, CAP and Cl J. Kunhdt, CFP, CIMA, AEP A unique and best practices approach to financial planning and wealth management More than $1 billion in assets under management for 300 families ound the world Twenty-six yes of helping clients achieve their financial goals and build their legacies Quest Capital works with individuals and families who e seeking a highly personalized approach to their financial planning. We design a tailored Plan for Life that addresses every aspect of your financial life understanding your distinctive past so we can focus on your present concerns and future realities. 8117 Preston Road, Suite 700 Dallas, TX 75225 Office: 214-691-6090 Toll-free: 800-668-1283 Info@QuestAdvisor.com www.questadvisor.com Areas of Focus: Wealth and Financial Planning When it comes to your money, there is no finish line. Our approach is to craft a well-planned road map that meets the changing needs of you and your family. We invite you to join our Quest client family. Let us help you achieve your dreams. Fsional Fsional Quest Capital, is an Independent Registered Investment Advisor. Securities offered through Raymond James Financial Services, Member FINRA/SIPC. The Five St Wealth Manager awd, administered by Crescendo Business Services, LLC (dba Fsional), is based on 10 objective criteria: 1. Credentialed minimum of 5 yes; 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review (As defined by Fsional, the wealth manager has not: A. Been subject to a them [settled or pending] with any regulatory authority or Fsional s consumer complaint process. Unfavorable feedback may have been discovered through a check of complaints registered with a regulatory authority or complaints registered through Fsional s consumer complaint process; C. of a felony); 4. Fulfilled their firm review based on internal standds; 5. Accepting new clients; 6. One-ye client retention rate; 7. Five-ye client retention rate; 8. Non-institutional discretiony and/or non-discretiony client assets administered; 9. Number of client households served; 10. Education and professional designations. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or awded. Once awded, wealth managers may purchase additional profile ad space or promotional products. The awd methodology does not evaluate the quality of services provided and is not indicative of the winner s future performance. 5,080 Dallas/Fort Worth wealth managers were considered for the awd; 621 (13 percent of candidates) were named Five St Wealth Managers. Fsiona Fsio
The Team at Summit Financial Group A Route to a Dignified Retirement t ssi e fessiona Left to right: Front row: Gentry Moore; Kim Kjerstad; Jennifer Dillee, CFDP ; 2014 winner Blair H. Rogers, CFP, Principal; Elena Merrell Back row: Donna Lance; Nicole Heath; Michael D. Arp, CPA; Debbie Mitchell; George Wner, CFP, CEP, RFC, AEP Fsional Dallas 8131 LBJ Freeway, Suite 770 A Dallas, TX 75251 Amillo 2201 Civic Circle, Suite 401 Amillo, TX 79109 Toll-free: 866-348-3433 www.sfgonline.com Rockwall 104 West Kaufman, Suite A Rockwall, TX 75087 Securities and Investment Advisory Services offered through NFP Securities, (NFPSI), member FINRA/SIPC. NFPSI and Summit Financial Group e subsidiies of National Financial Ptners Corp. (NFP) NFPSI does not provide legal or tax advice. NFPSI is not affiliated Five St Wealth Manager. Fsional The Five St Wealth Manager awd, administered by Crescendo Business Services, LLC (dba Fsional), is based on 10 objective criteria: 1. Credentialed minimum of 5 yes; 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review (As defined by Fsional, the wealth manager has not: A. Been subject to a them [settled or pending] with any regulatory authority or Fsional s consumer complaint process. Unfavorable feedback may have been discovered through a check of complaints registered with a regulatory authority or complaints registered through Fsional s consumer complaint process; C. of a felony); 4. Fulfilled their firm review based on internal standds; 5. Accepting new clients; 6. One-ye client retention rate; 7. Five-ye client retention rate; 8. Non-institutional discretiony and/or non-discretiony client assets administered; 9. Number of client households served; 10. Education and professional designations. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or awded. Once awded, wealth managers may purchase additional profile ad space or promotional products. The awd methodology does not evaluate the quality of services provided and is not indicative of the winner s future performance. 5,080 Dallas/Fort Worth wealth managers were considered for the awd; 621 (13 percent of candidates) were named Five St Wealth Managers. Fsiona texasmonthly.com WMD-9 2014 Five St Wealth Managers www.fivestprofessional.com Fsio
2014 Five St Wealth Managers www.fivestprofessional.com WMD-10 texasmonthly.com Navigation Financial Group Dedicated to the Creation and Preservation of Financial Wealth t ssi e fessiona Left to right: 2014 winners John Wolverton, CLU, CFS, RFC, Director and Clyde Wyatt, CLU, CFS, Managing Director; two-ye winner Steve Hagemann, CLU, Director, President; 2014 winner Chris Wyatt; two-ye winner Roger Gekiere, CFP, CFS, Director The combined experience and skills of more than 20 financial professionals A passion for the success and happiness of our clients Independent, unbiased financial advice based on your personal needs For over 30 yes, Navigation Financial Group a been an independent firm representing clients, not pticul company s products. We take a comprehensive approach to financial planning, coordinating retirement, investment, tax, estate and insurance strategies. To better serve you, we have 15770 North Dallas Pkway, Suite 650 Dallas, TX 75248 Phone: 214-217-5800 Toll-free: 800-222-5649 www.navigationfinancial.com Areas of Focus: Financial Planning and Retirement Income Planning ssionals developed strategic alliances with other professionals, offering a broad menu of financial services. Our mission is to free our clients from financial concern, to counsel according to our clients individual goals, to listen and to strive to exceed our clients expectations. Fsional Fsional Other offices in Amillo, Angleton, Canyon, Corpus Christi and Mount Vernon, TX and Metairie, LA. Securities offered through Securities America, Member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory Services offered through Securities America Advisors, Navigation Financial Group and Securities America e not affiliated. The Five St Wealth Manager awd, administered by Crescendo Business Services, LLC (dba Fsional), is based on 10 objective criteria: 1. Credentialed minimum of 5 yes; 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review (As defined by Fsional, the wealth manager has not: A. Been subject to a them [settled or pending] with any regulatory authority or Fsional s consumer complaint process. Unfavorable feedback may have been discovered through a check of complaints registered with a regulatory authority or complaints registered through Fsional s consumer complaint process; C. of a felony); 4. Fulfilled their firm review based on internal standds; 5. Accepting new clients; 6. One-ye client retention rate; 7. Five-ye client retention rate; 8. Non-institutional discretiony and/or non-discretiony client assets administered; 9. Number of client households served; 10. Education and professional designations. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or awded. Once awded, wealth managers may purchase additional profile ad space or promotional products. The awd methodology does not evaluate the quality of services provided and is not indicative of the winner s future performance. 5,080 Dallas/Fort Worth wealth managers were considered for the awd; 621 (13 percent of candidates) were named Five St Wealth Managers. Fsiona Fsio
Evos Financial We Help Maximize and Protect Your Money Over the Course of Your Life t ssi e fessiona Left to right: Seated: 2014 winner Milyn Hris, CLU ; two-ye winner Curtis Hris, CFP ; three-ye winner M. DeLene Gilbert, CFP Standing: Kathryn Boutte, CFP ; Derek Thomson; Randy Mtin and Matt Sanders Over 100 yes of experience in the financial services industry Independently owned, fee-based organization Committed to providing unbiased solutions for our clients and their families Evos Financial is based on the principle that education and understanding of one s current financial situation is vital to successfully make prudent decisions concerning one s future financial condition. By helping people get organized, we have provided the most personal service available, thus ening a reputation for excellence in our industry. For each of our clients we strive to help create financial stability and security to provide financial independence. 5485 Belt Line Road, Suite 280 Dallas, TX 75254-7687 Office: 214-353-9999 info@evosllc.com www.evosllc.com Areas of Focus: Financial Planning, Wealth and Estate Planning Our team consists of experienced professionals with a handson approach to financial guidance. Not only do clients find our team members knowledgeable, but they also discover that the Evos Financial team truly ces about making their dreams a reality. We do everything in our power to keep you focused on where you want to go, advise you on how to get there and continually remind you of the importance of maintaining a disciplined approach to realizing your dreams. Fsional Fsional Registered Representative, Securities offered through Cambridge Investment Resech,, a Broker/Dealer, member FINRA/SIPC. Investment Advisor Representative, Cambridge Investment Resech Advisors,, a Registered Investment Advisor. Cambridge and EVOS Financial e not affiliated. The Five St Wealth Manager awd, administered by Crescendo Business Services, LLC (dba Fsional), is based on 10 objective criteria: 1. Credentialed minimum of 5 yes; 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review (As defined by Fsional, the wealth manager has not: A. Been subject to a them [settled or pending] with any regulatory authority or Fsional s consumer complaint process. Unfavorable feedback may have been discovered through a check of complaints registered with a regulatory authority or complaints registered through Fsional s consumer complaint process; C. of a felony); 4. Fulfilled their firm review based on internal standds; 5. Accepting new clients; 6. One-ye client retention rate; 7. Five-ye client retention rate; 8. Non-institutional discretiony and/or non-discretiony client assets administered; 9. Number of client households served; 10. Education and professional designations. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or awded. Once awded, wealth managers may purchase additional profile ad space or promotional products. The awd methodology does not evaluate the quality of services provided and is not indicative of the winner s future performance. 5,080 Dallas/Fort Worth wealth managers were considered for the awd; 621 (13 percent of candidates) were named Five St Wealth Managers. Fsiona texasmonthly.com WMD-11 2014 Five St Wealth Managers www.fivestprofessional.com Fsio
2014 Five St Wealth Managers www.fivestprofessional.com WMD-12 texasmonthly.com Rogers Wealth Group Collaborative Total Wealth for Affluent Clients t ssi e fessiona Left to right: Standing: Rick Wilkinson, Matt Lankford, Amanda Atcheson, Deanna Williams, Chris Manross, Austin Lewis Seated: Alice Frazier, three-ye winner Craig C. Rogers, Dale Rogers Expertise: access to the brightest minds in academia and finance Ptnership: mutually beneficial relationships where values e aligned Discipline: processes to uncover and achieve the goals of our clients Through our collaborative wealth management process, we ensure smt decisions e made regdless of mket conditions. We design our experience based on what you want and do our best to uncover and achieve what is most important to you. Let s win the losers game together. 1330 Summit Avenue Fort Worth, TX 76102 Office: 817-334-0351 Toll-free: 866-4ROGERS crogers@rogerswealthgroup.com www.rogerswealthgroup.com Solutions for Wealth Enhancement, Protection and Transfer for Affluent Clients Fsional Fsional The Five St Wealth Manager awd, administered by Crescendo Business Services, LLC (dba Fsional), is based on 10 objective criteria: 1. Credentialed minimum of 5 yes; 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review (As defined by Fsional, the wealth manager has not: A. Been subject to a them [settled or pending] with any regulatory authority or Fsional s consumer complaint process. Unfavorable feedback may have been discovered through a check of complaints registered with a regulatory authority or complaints registered through Fsional s consumer complaint process; C. of a felony); 4. Fulfilled their firm review based on internal standds; 5. Accepting new clients; 6. One-ye client retention rate; 7. Five-ye client retention rate; 8. Non-institutional discretiony and/or non-discretiony client assets administered; 9. Number of client households served; 10. Education and professional designations. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or awded. Once awded, wealth managers may purchase additional profile ad space or promotional products. The awd methodology does not evaluate the quality of services provided and is not indicative of the winner s future performance. 5,080 Dallas/Fort Worth wealth managers were considered for the awd; 621 (13 percent of candidates) were named Five St Wealth Managers. Fsiona Fsio
Left to right: Three-ye winners Tandy Ervin and Christi Staib, CRPC, MBA, LPL Registered Principal and Mk Yanez Our goal is to work towd building and protecting every client s financial position, to help simplify their lives and to be accountable for our work. We strive to have our clients experience more confidence in their financial future. We use the latest, most sophisticated tools available to guide our clients in acquiring, preserving and transferring wealth according to their wishes. We offer access to portfolios that include innovative risk management strategies. You can seek the performance you need by potentially reducing the risk that exceeds your comfort level. Remember, no strategy ensures a profit or protects against loss. Staib Wealth Financial Guidance Simple Secure Smt Tired of Wall Street fees and commissions? Do you feel confident about your financial future? We e focused on your goals and your future! t ssi e fessiona 17304 Preston Road, Suite 800 Dallas, TX 75252 Office: 972-608-2624 Christi.Staib@StaibWealth.com Tandy.Ervin@staibwealthmanagement.com Mk.Yanez@StaibWealth.com www.staibwealthmanagment.com Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, a Registered Investment Advisor. Member FINRA/SIPC. Left to right: Robert Gdner, CFEd, CEPA; three-ye winner Frances Gdner, CFP, CDFA, CFEd; Andrew Gdner, CFEd; Patrick Wallace, CFEd Frannie Gdner, CFP, works with ARMOR Wealth, a financial services organization. She specializes in comprehensive retirement planning, strategic business owner planning and financial planning to widows and divorcees. Frannie s commitment to her clients financial independence assures them that they e preped for all of life s possibilities. She has won several industry awds and is a continuing education instructor at local colleges. Frances Gdner ARMOR Wealth Financial Solutions Group Comprehensive retirement planning Financial planning to widows and divorcees Strategic business owner planning Fsional 16479 Dallas Pkway, Suite 850 Addison, TX 75001 Office: 469-737-4000 Direct: 469-737-4108 fgdner@morwealth.com www.morfinancialsolutionsgroup.com Fsional Registered Representative of, and Securities and Investment Advisory Services offered through, Hornor, Townsend and Kent, (HTK) Registered Investment Advisor, Member FINRA/SIPC. 16479 Dallas Pkwy, Suite 850, Addison, TX 75001. ARMOR Wealth is independent of HTK. HTK does not offer tax or legal advise. A3CM-0529-05E2. The Five St Wealth Manager awd, administered by Crescendo Business Services, LLC (dba Fsional), is based on 10 objective criteria: 1. Credentialed minimum of 5 yes; 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review (As defined by Fsional, the wealth manager has not: A. Been subject to a them [settled or pending] with any regulatory authority or Fsional s consumer complaint process. Unfavorable feedback may have been discovered through a check of complaints registered with a regulatory authority or complaints registered through Fsional s consumer complaint process; C. of a felony); 4. Fulfilled their firm review based on internal standds; 5. Accepting new clients; 6. One-ye client retention rate; 7. Five-ye client retention rate; 8. Non-institutional discretiony and/or non-discretiony client assets administered; 9. Number of client households served; 10. Education and professional designations. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or awded. Once awded, wealth managers may purchase additional profile ad space or promotional products. The awd methodology does not evaluate the quality of services provided and is not indicative of the winner s future performance. 5,080 Dallas/Fort Worth wealth managers were considered for the awd; 621 (13 percent of candidates) were named Five St Wealth Managers. Fsiona texasmonthly.com WMD-13 2014 Five St Wealth Managers www.fivestprofessional.com Fsio
2014 Five St Wealth Managers www.fivestprofessional.com WMD-14 texasmonthly.com t ssi e fessiona Left to right: Two-ye winner Paul Welch, Esq.; Mike Gavett; Don McCoy; three-ye winner Richd Wright, CFA, CPA Fiduciy Financial Services takes the anxiety out of investment management. Its portfolio management team has more than 30 yes of experience helping individuals achieve their financial goals through personalized strategies that e client focused. Fiduciy Financial Services is an independent adviser and maintains a level of integrity that places its clients interests above all others. Through ongoing communication with its clients, Fiduciy Financial Services provides an appropriate blend of investment and retirement services that match each client s individual needs. 2012, 2013 and 2014 winner Jamie Richdson, CRPC See announcement page for selection criteria. As a client of Jamie s, you can be sure his concern is your financial well-being. As a Raymond James financial advisor at ViewPoint Investment Group, he has the freedom to make recommendations based solely on your specific needs and provides you access to the full resources and expertise of a highly respected financial services firm. Fiduciy Financial Services Personalized Investment Customized investment management since 1992 Independent, objective advice Free no-obligation review of current portfolio Fiduciy Financial Services of the Southwest 12222 Merit Drive, Suite 920 Dallas, TX 75251 Office: 972-934-9070 info@ffss.net www.ffss.net Jamie Richdson Trusted Advice Exceptional Service Comprehensive wealth management Independent, unbiased and objective advice Risk-management and tax-savings strategies Fsional Raymond James Financial Services, 1309 West 15 th Street, Suite 400 Plano, TX 75075 Office: 972-398-3472 jamie.richdson@raymondjames.com viewpointbank.com/invest Fsional Securities offered through Raymond James Financial Services, Member FINRA/SIPC, an independent broker/dealer, and e not insured by bank insurance, the FDIC or any other government agency, e not deposits or obligations of the bank, e not guanteed by the bank and e subject to risks, including the possible loss of principal. ViewPoint Investment Group and ViewPoint Bank e independent of Raymond James Financial Services, This awd is bestowed by an independent third pty organization not affiliated with Raymond James. The Five St Wealth Manager awd, administered by Crescendo Business Services, LLC (dba Fsional), is based on 10 objective criteria: 1. Credentialed minimum of 5 yes; 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review (As defined by Fsional, the wealth manager has not: A. Been subject to a them [settled or pending] with any regulatory authority or Fsional s consumer complaint process. Unfavorable feedback may have been discovered through a check of complaints registered with a regulatory authority or complaints registered through Fsional s consumer complaint process; C. of a felony); 4. Fulfilled their firm review based on internal standds; 5. Accepting new clients; 6. One-ye client retention rate; 7. Five-ye client retention rate; 8. Non-institutional discretiony and/or non-discretiony client assets administered; 9. Number of client households served; 10. Education and professional designations. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or awded. Once awded, wealth managers may purchase additional profile ad space or promotional products. The awd methodology does not evaluate the quality of services provided and is not indicative of the winner s future performance. 5,080 Dallas/Fort Worth wealth managers were considered for the awd; 621 (13 percent of candidates) were named Five St Wealth Managers. Fsiona Fsio
Left to right: Standing: Brandon Grett, Angela Smith, Gy Snow Seated: Three-ye winner Wayne Grett At Snow Grett Wealth, we understand that investors face many important decisions that can affect their long-term financial success. Whether it is navigating today s volatile mkets or creating a plan to reduce the risk of outliving retirement funds, we e positioned to approach such challenges with experience and skill. Snow Grett Wealth Investment management with a downside riskprotection focus Comprehensive financial planning specializing in estate planning and tax planning Business consulting and executive benefits planning t ssi e fessiona 1207 Santa Fe Drive Weatherford, TX 76086 Phone: 817-596-9301 info@sg-wealth.com www.sg-wealth.com Securities & Financial Planning offered through LPL Financial, a Registered Investment Advisor. Member: FINRA/SIPC. Left to right: Two-ye winner Gloria Lietz, CRPC ; three-ye winner James Simpson, Vice President; Sean Smith; Lynn Fiorletta InTouch Credit Union Wealth * Your Goals. Our Commitment. Delivering the flexibility of a boutique firm Dedicated to developing lasting relationships Committed to creating client value Fsional We e committed to educating clients about the concepts of financial management along with the potential rewds available when they take a proactive approach to their finances. We offer a robust and comprehensive approach to 5640 Democracy Drive investment management, retirement and income strategies, estate conservation Plano, TX 75024 and insurance products. In addition, we develop customized financial programs Office: 800-337-3328, option 8 tailored to help our clients feel confident in their goals and decisions. Fax: 214-291-1310 lynn.fiorletta@cusonet.com www.itcuinvestmentservices.org *Non-deposit investment products and services e offered through CUSO Financial Services, L.P. ( CFS ), a registered broker-dealer (Member FINRA/SIPC) and SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Products offered through CFS: e not NCUA/NCUSIF or otherwise federally insured, e not guantees or obligations of the credit union, and may involve investment risk including possible loss of principal. Investment Representatives e registered through CFS. InTouch Credit Union has contracted with CFS to make non-deposit investment products and services available to credit union members. (Member FINRA, SIPC). Fsional The Five St Wealth Manager awd, administered by Crescendo Business Services, LLC (dba Fsional), is based on 10 objective criteria: 1. Credentialed minimum of 5 yes; 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review (As defined by Fsional, the wealth manager has not: A. Been subject to a them [settled or pending] with any regulatory authority or Fsional s consumer complaint process. Unfavorable feedback may have been discovered through a check of complaints registered with a regulatory authority or complaints registered through Fsional s consumer complaint process; C. of a felony); 4. Fulfilled their firm review based on internal standds; 5. Accepting new clients; 6. One-ye client retention rate; 7. Five-ye client retention rate; 8. Non-institutional discretiony and/or non-discretiony client assets administered; 9. Number of client households served; 10. Education and professional designations. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or awded. Once awded, wealth managers may purchase additional profile ad space or promotional products. The awd methodology does not evaluate the quality of services provided and is not indicative of the winner s future performance. 5,080 Dallas/Fort Worth wealth managers were considered for the awd; 621 (13 percent of candidates) were named Five St Wealth Managers. Fsiona texasmonthly.com WMD-15 2014 Five St Wealth Managers www.fivestprofessional.com Fsio
2014 Five St Wealth Managers www.fivestprofessional.com WMD-16 texasmonthly.com t ssi e fessiona Left to right: Kelly Montgomery, Client Services Coordinator; Scott A. Miller, Financial Advisor; two-ye winners Jeremy J. Walker, Financial Advisor, CRPC, AWMA and Matt Hubbell, Financial Advisor Miller Walker Group Tailored, Proactive, Tactical Planning Wealth accumulation and protection Retirement income strategies Comprehensive fee-based asset management Our vision: to be the firm of choice for clients committed to creating long-term wealth. Our mission: to create a client experience of unsurpassed excellence in financial advice. 835 Southwest Alsbury, Suite H Burleson, TX 76028 Our values: integrity, compassion, excellence, leadership, trust and service. Office: 817-447-6464 Fax: 817-447-7104 jeremy.j.walker@ampf.com www.millerwalkergroup.com Investors should conduct their own evaluation of a financial professional as working with a financial advisor is not a guantee of future financial success. Brokerage, investment and financial advisory services e made available through Ameriprise Financial Services,, Member FINRA and SIPC. Left to right: Two-ye winner Christopher Sorrow, CFA, MBA, Vice President; 2014 winner Whitney Magers, Financial Advisor For more than 60 yes, our team of Chtered Financial Analysts, Accredited Estate Planners and Chtered Financial Consultants has been helping individuals, families and businesses manage their financial assets in order to achieve independence and security. Our firm s guiding principle is to uphold the highest ethical standds and to approach every interaction with our clients, ptners and affiliates with honesty and integrity. Probity Advisors, A Member of Wealth Services Alliance Independent, fee-only financial planning and wealth management Highly credentialed and experienced advisors Individually managed, custom portfolios for every investor Fsional 10,000 North Central Expressway, Suite 1350 Dallas, TX 75231 Office: 214-891-8131 Toll-free: 800-818-2663 info@probityadvisors.com www.probityadvisors.com facebook.com/probityadvisors Fsional The Five St Wealth Manager awd, administered by Crescendo Business Services, LLC (dba Fsional), is based on 10 objective criteria: 1. Credentialed minimum of 5 yes; 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review (As defined by Fsional, the wealth manager has not: A. Been subject to a them [settled or pending] with any regulatory authority or Fsional s consumer complaint process. Unfavorable feedback may have been discovered through a check of complaints registered with a regulatory authority or complaints registered through Fsional s consumer complaint process; C. of a felony); 4. Fulfilled their firm review based on internal standds; 5. Accepting new clients; 6. One-ye client retention rate; 7. Five-ye client retention rate; 8. Non-institutional discretiony and/or non-discretiony client assets administered; 9. Number of client households served; 10. Education and professional designations. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or awded. Once awded, wealth managers may purchase additional profile ad space or promotional products. The awd methodology does not evaluate the quality of services provided and is not indicative of the winner s future performance. 5,080 Dallas/Fort Worth wealth managers were considered for the awd; 621 (13 percent of candidates) were named Five St Wealth Managers. Fsiona Fsio
Left to right: Edwd Morris, RJFS Registered Principal; 2013 and 2014 winner Irv Munn, CPA, CFP, President; Roy Gray, CFP, Ptner While we e highly experienced in offering guidance for all the financial issues and stages of your life, we have pticul expertise in helping you plan for the biggest milestone of all your retirement. The strategy for building a comfortable retirement dramatically differs from one used during the accumulation stage of your working life. It is a strategy that requires a significant shift in focus towd preserving your assets and mitigating risks. Irv Munn Helping Clients Manage Their Financial Future Proactive investment strategy Focus on preserving assets and mitigating risk Help clients achieve a comfortable retirement t ssi e fessiona 14180 Dallas Pkway, Suite 530 Dallas, TX 75254 Phone: 972-692-0909 imunn@munnmorris.com www.munnmorris.com Securities offered through Raymond James Financial Services, Member FINRA/SIPC. Munn & Morris Financial Advisors, is independent of Raymond James Financial Services. This awd is bestowed by an independent third pty organization not affiliated with Raymond James. Left to right: Deb McCter, 2012, 2013 and 2014 winner Steve Cotton, Daniel Youngblood The Cotton Wealth Team brings more than 30 yes of proven experience helping clients pursue their financial goals. We provide personal, family and ceer financial planning services, wealth transfer and investment strategies for individuals and organizations. We focus on our clients needs first and let that drive us to the right planning and investment solutions. We believe managing risk and achieving growth e equally important objectives. Cotton Wealth Associates Relationships Built on Trust Independent, objective advice Tailored investment strategies Highly personalized service Fsional 15301 Spectrum Drive, Suite 390 Addison, TX 75001 Office: 214-420-4440 steve.cotton@cottonwma.com www.cottonwma.com Securities offered through LPL Financial, Member, FINRA/SIPC. Investment advice offered through Group1 Wealth, a registered investment advisor. Group1 Wealth and Cotton Wealth Associates, LLC e sepate entities from LPL Financial. Awd based on 10 objective criteria associated with providing quality services to clients such as credentials, experience, and assets under management among other factors. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or placed on the final list of 2012, 2013, 2014 Five St Wealth Managers. Fsional The Five St Wealth Manager awd, administered by Crescendo Business Services, LLC (dba Fsional), is based on 10 objective criteria: 1. Credentialed minimum of 5 yes; 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review (As defined by Fsional, the wealth manager has not: A. Been subject to a them [settled or pending] with any regulatory authority or Fsional s consumer complaint process. Unfavorable feedback may have been discovered through a check of complaints registered with a regulatory authority or complaints registered through Fsional s consumer complaint process; C. of a felony); 4. Fulfilled their firm review based on internal standds; 5. Accepting new clients; 6. One-ye client retention rate; 7. Five-ye client retention rate; 8. Non-institutional discretiony and/or non-discretiony client assets administered; 9. Number of client households served; 10. Education and professional designations. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or awded. Once awded, wealth managers may purchase additional profile ad space or promotional products. The awd methodology does not evaluate the quality of services provided and is not indicative of the winner s future performance. 5,080 Dallas/Fort Worth wealth managers were considered for the awd; 621 (13 percent of candidates) were named Five St Wealth Managers. Fsiona texasmonthly.com WMD-17 2014 Five St Wealth Managers www.fivestprofessional.com Fsio