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Securities America Welcomes Daniel Kravitz

February 21, 2020 | Announcements

Securities America welcomes Daniel Kravitz of Temecula, California. Daniel, a 21-year financial industry veteran with a long history of leadership, was looking for a broker-dealer partner that could help him establish a producer group and grow his fee-based business. He oversees more than $23 million in total client assets and holds Series 6, Series 26 and Series 63 securities. He is joined by his wife, officer manager and licensed insurance professional, Linda Nyugen. Securities America is proud to partner with Daniel in growing his business and providing his clients with the best possible service!

Sam Briganti Promoted to First Vice President - Branch Office Development

February 19, 2020 | Announcements

Sam Briganti has been promoted to First Vice President – Branch Office Development. With more than 22 years of service, Briganti has achieved many things since joining Securities America in 1997. He spent nearly 15 years managing in Operations and Branch Office Development before accepting a position as regional director of recruiting in July 2013.

Briganti said it's Securities America's culture that makes his job so productive – “Securities America has the best recruiting team and leadership support in the industry.” Over the past seven years he’s recruited prospective advisors with more than $50 million in gross dealer concessions direct to Securities America and to key branches in the Western Great Lakes territory of Minnesota, Indiana, Michigan and Wisconsin.

Briganti studied fine arts at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, business management at Metropolitan Community College and holds a series 7 securities industry license.

Securities America Welcomes Ralph “Kirk” Teppe

February 05, 2020 | Announcements

Securities America and Securities America Advisors welcome Ralph “Kirk” Teppe, CFF®! Kirk, owner of Teppe Financial Services in West Chester, Ohio, oversees more than $17 million in total client assets. A 30-year financial industry veteran, he today serves individuals, families, small businesses and retirees.

A Certified Financial Fiduciary, Kirk stresses that his clients’ best interests and their financial futures are his primary concern.

Securities America Welcomes Scott Werdebaugh

February 04, 2020 | Announcements

Securities America welcomes Scott Werdebaugh, founder of Integrity Financial Planning in Morgantown, West Virginia. Scott has more than 20 years’ experience in the financial industry and oversees more than $21 million in total client assets.

Scott is dedicated to developing lifelong relationships with his clients and facilitates the pursuit of their financial goals and dreams. He consults with his clients on retirement and generational wealth planning, estate planning, college savings planning, long term care planning, investing and insurance. Scott also assists business owners in personal planning and company benefit packages. In addition to his Series 7 & 66 licenses, he is a registered advisor for Securities America Advisors and maintains his life & health insurance license.

Scott is a founding member of the Mountaineer Chapter

Securities America Welcomes Richard Fanch

January 13, 2020 | Announcements

Securities America and Securities America Advisors welcome Richard “Rich” Fanch, CFP® of Clifton Park, New York.

New Advisor Welcome Jeremiah Seagle

January 09, 2020 | Announcements

Securities America welcomes Jeremiah Seagle! The Virginia-based independent financial advisor oversees $69 million in total client assets. Jeremiah was referred by independent financial advisor Dean Anninos and affiliates with Securities America through Investor Securities Group, Inc. in Hampton, Virginia.

Kim Rule Joins Securities America Advisors and Branch Development Partners

January 07, 2020 | Announcements

Securities America and Securities America Advisors welcome Kimberly “Kim” Rule of Garland, Texas. Kim joins through Super OSJ Branch Development Partners of Leesburg, Virginia.

Securities America Welcomes Matthew “Matt” Brand

December 23, 2019 | Announcements

Securities America and Arbor Point Advisors welcome Matthew “Matt” Brand, AIF®, of Michigan 401(k) Consultants & Private Wealth Management in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan.

Matt is an advocate of financial education and since beginning his career in 2001 has delivered dynamic presentations on unique strategies for... 

EFS Group Wealth Management Named Corporate Charitable Champion by Invest in Others

December 12, 2019 | Announcements

EFS Group Wealth Management, Sioux City, Iowa, was one of only 20 financial advisory firms selected for the 2019 Invest in Others Charitable Champions List. The annual program recognizes firms for giving back to their communities by promoting a culture of philanthropy among employees and financial advisors.

EFS Group Wealth Management’s leadership includes CEO Marc Geels, CFP®, BFA; COO Bryon Oines, BFA; and vice president of operations, Dana Baldridge, BFA.

"Leadership plays a critical role in the success of corporate philanthropy programs," said Megan McAuley, executive director and president of Invest in Others Charitable Foundation. "With this year's Charitable Champions List, the tone from the top was key to fostering a culture of philanthropy.”

Securities America Welcomes Revival Wealth

November 25, 2019 | Announcements

Securities America welcomes Revival Wealth, a woman-led advisory practice founded by Monica “Mo” Daniels. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, Revival Wealth specializes in serving the needs of active and retired military members.

Daniels holds degrees in nuclear physics, computer engineering, business administration, and finance.