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Robert Richard

Advisor at Bright Futures Wealth Management, LLC

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Firm

Bright Futures Wealth Management, LLC

Location

Northborough, MA 01532

Credentials

Series 63, Series 65

Industry experience

31 years

Client services

Financial planning Portfolio management Pension consulting Selection of other advisers

Fee options

Fixed

Fixed fees for financial planning, consulting, and pension consulting up to $50,000.

Percentage

$0 - $10,000: 2.50% $10,001 - $250,000: 2.50% $250,001 - $500,000: 2.25% $500,001 - $1,000,000: 1.75% $1,000,001 - $2,500,000: 1.50% $2,500,001 - $5,000,000: 1.25% $5,000,001 - $100,000,000: 1.00%

Commissions

Certain personnel are registered representatives and insurance agents receiving commissions for sale of investment products.

Project-based

Hourly fees for financial planning, consulting, and pension consulting between $100 and $300.

Other

Fee-only: Financial planning and consulting hourly fees between $100 and $300; fixed fees up to $50,000.

Work history

Silver Oak Securities, Inc.

2025 - Present (1 year)

Cetera Investment Advisers LLC

2024 - 2025 (1 year)

Bright Futures Wealth Management, LLC

2017 - Present (9 years)

Bright Futures Wealth Management, LLC

2017 - 2017 (1 year)

Cetera ADVISORS LLC

2013 - 2025 (12 years)

Assabet Financial Group

2004 - Present (22 years)

Disclosures

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Business activities & affiliations

Glenn B

CFP®, CRPC®

Framingham, MA

PlanDynamic, LLC

I’m Glenn Brown, a Certified Financial Planner™ and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor with 30 years in wealth management. In 2017, I founded PlanDynamic, LLC to provide fee-only fiduciary advice, investment management, and comprehensive financial planning directly to motivated individuals. I focus on financial independence—not just retirement. By aligning your plan with your values, we build a staged, evolving roadmap that opens new choices along the way. Using adaptable technology, we model scenarios, track progress, and adjust actions in real time, so you understand the impact of every decision. As a ‘Sandwicher’ raising two daughters while supporting aging parents alongside my wife Karina, I understand the challenges of balancing time, priorities, and decisions to benefit both now and in the future. My goal is simple: help you gain clarity, act with confidence, and enjoy your journey to financial independence.

Wealth management Gen X (Born 1965-1980) Parents FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early)

James C

Series 63, Series 65

Shrewsbury, MA

Fidelity

Jim Callahan is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2015. He has been part of Fidelity since 2013, initially serving as an Investment Consultant until 2015. Prior to his tenure at Fidelity, Jim gained experience at Mercer where he was Director of Participant Services from 2009 to 2013 and Manager of Operations from 2004 to 2009. He also worked at Putnam Investments as a Team Leader from 2000 to 2004 and as a Participant Services Representative from 1999 to 2000. With over 20 years in the financial industry, Jim brings a diverse background to his work, focusing on reviewing clients' financial goals and investing needs. He emphasizes collaboration and education to help clients create, execute, and monitor financial plans. Specific details about his education, credentials, personal interests, or community involvement were not provided.

Wealth management Passive / index investing Active portfolio management

Seth T

Series 63, Series 65

Framingham, MA

Merrill

Seth Thompson serves as a Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he assists families in planning and managing all aspects of their financial lives, including banking, liabilities, portfolio management, and wealth planning. Seth provides customized financial advice by understanding each client's life goals and drawing upon a variety of investment products and services from Merrill and Bank of America to implement appropriate strategies. Seth has expertise in areas such as family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, socially responsible investing, women and wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds professional designations including Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Seth earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management and Finance from the Pennsylvania State University System in 2003. Before joining Merrill in 2013, Seth managed multiple business operations in Denver and Colorado Springs. Outside of his professional work, he is involved with community organizations such as Junior Achievement and Young America. His personal interests include camping, football, hiking, hunting, music, reading, running, skiing, spending time with family, and traveling.

Wealth management Social Security optimization Retirement income strategy General estate planning guidance Charitable giving & philanthropy Parents Women Professionals Women's Finance Values-based investing SRI/ESG (Socially Responsible Investing/Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance)

Brian H

Series 63, Series 66

Southborough, MA

Fidelity

Brian Hash is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been employed since 2002. Throughout his career at Fidelity, he has held various roles including Branch Leader, Branch Service Manager, Senior Manager of the Private Client Group, Manager of Retirement Investment Services, Retirement Services Team Lead, and Retirement Services Representative. Brian's professional experience encompasses a range of responsibilities within financial consulting, branch leadership, retirement investment services, and private client management. His work focuses on educating and empowering clients to make informed financial decisions and developing customized financial plans tailored to individual needs.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Income planning

Thomas B

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Framingham, MA

Fidelity

Tom Boardman serves as Vice President, Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, where he partners with clients to develop and implement family wealth plans aimed at achieving their short, intermediate, and long-term goals. He has been with Fidelity Investments since 2005, holding various roles including Wealth Planner since 2018, Financial Consultant from 2013 to 2018, and Investment Representative from 2012 to 2013. Prior to his current role, Tom gained experience as a Private Client Specialist and Financial Representative at Fidelity Investments, along with positions focused on retirement and customer service. His extensive tenure at Fidelity reflects a commitment to client service and wealth management. Outside of his professional career, Tom's personal interests include comedy, fitness, music, skiing, and snowboarding.

Wealth management General retirement planning

Samantha M

Series 66

Worcester, MA

Fidelity

Sam Medley is an Investment Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a position held since 2026. In this role, Sam works closely with clients to understand their financial priorities and collaborates with them to develop personalized financial plans aimed at supporting their current needs and future goals. Sam has held several roles at Fidelity Investments, including Planning Consultant from 2024 to 2026, Relationship Manager in 2024, and Financial Representative from 2023 to 2024. This progression reflects a consistent focus on client service and financial planning. Outside of work, Sam has interests in cooking and baking, fishing, fitness, reading, running, and traveling.

Wealth management Passive / index investing Active portfolio management
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