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Kestra Advisory

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Client assets under management

$71,348,969,232

Clients

115,285

23% high-net-worth

Advisors

1,401

of 1,401 employees

Firm type

Enterprise

300-3,000 advisors or >$30B in AUM

Clients per advisor

82

High

Average account size

$618,892

About

Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement‑plan consulting to plan sponsors and a broad mix of institutional and individual clients. The firm’s brochure describes services such as vendor searches and benchmarking, plan design and compliance testing, fiduciary consulting and oversight, plan‑level investment advice, employee education, pooled plan solutions, and advisor‑managed accounts.

Advisors act as ERISA fiduciaries where applicable and may be engaged to provide discretionary 3(38) or non‑discretionary 3(21) services; recommended investments are supported by due diligence that considers performance, fees, manager tenure, and investment process. Kestra distributes multiple management platforms and third‑party managed solutions (for example, AdvisorEnterprise and AdvisorChoice) and permits use of complex products and discretionary trading within its supervisory framework.

Compared with many enterprise peers, Kestra discloses activities that align with serving very large institutional investors: the firm reports approximately $79.8 billion in assets under management, acts as a placement agent for private funds, and offers pooled employer plan arrangements, and its disclosures indicate it counts sovereign wealth funds among its clients — a relatively uncommon client type for firms in this category. The brochure also highlights extensive affiliate and third‑party relationships (including an affiliated broker‑dealer and custodial/technology partners such as Envestnet and NFS), which expand product access but are identified in the disclosure as sources of potential conflicts of interest.

Client services

Financial planning Portfolio management Pension consulting Selection of other advisers

Expertise

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Annuities Wealth management

Occupation focus

Founder/Business Owner Executive

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Fee options

Fixed

Flat fees for financial planning and consulting typically range from $1,000 to $100,000, negotiated with the client.

Percentage

Start-up - $1,999,999: 1.50% $2,000,000 - $4,999,999: 1.25% $5,000,000 - $9,999,999: 1.00% $10,000,000 - $24,999,999: 0.75% $25,000,000+: 0.50%

Commissions

Commission-based compensation is available through affiliated broker-dealer Kestra IS; commissions and fees vary by product.

Project-based

Financial planning and consulting services may be charged on an hourly basis when applicable.

Subscriptions

Subscription fees may be charged monthly, quarterly, or semi-annually for financial planning or consulting services.

Other

Account minimum: $10,000 (minimum for AdvisorChoice platform, but may be waived) Minimum fee: Minimum annual account fees on AdvisorEnterprise platform: $60 (APM-Tickets), $95 (APM-Wrap), $75 (FSP and SMA), $350 (UMA) Fee-only: Flat fees generally range from $1,000 to $100,000 but can be more or less as negotiated. Financial planning and consulting fees can also be charged hourly, as a percentage of assets, flat fee, or subscription (e.g., monthly, quarterly).

Main office location

Kestra Advisory

5707 Southwest Parkway, Building 2, Suite 400

Austin TX 78735, United States

Number of offices

545

Most active in

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Disclosures

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Business activities & affiliations

Advisors at this firm

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Wyatt S

Series 66

Austin, TX

Kestra Advisory

Wyatt Sharpe is a financial advisor with Kestra Advisory in Austin, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and having one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Kestra Investment Services, LLC in 2023, he worked at Texas Christian University and Olathe Public Schools. He assists the lead advisor at Decidedly Wealth Management with financial advising and business operations. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to institutional and individual clients, including plan sponsors. The firm offers services such as fiduciary consulting, plan-level investment advice, and employee education, managing approximately $79.8 billion in assets and serving a diverse client base that includes large institutional investors and sovereign wealth funds.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Annuities Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Jason H

CFP®, Series 63

Austin, TX

Kestra Advisory

Jason Harmon is a CFP® with 13 years of industry experience, currently serving with Kestra Advisory since 2026. He previously worked at Commonwealth Financial Network and The Potter Financial Group. Harmon is also involved with Brotman Financial Group, where he provides holistic financial planning and investment management services. Kestra Advisory Services offers investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to a diverse range of institutional and individual clients, including plan sponsors. The firm provides fiduciary consulting, plan-level investment advice, and employee education, and manages approximately $79.8 billion in assets with a focus that includes large institutional investors and pooled employer plan solutions.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Annuities Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Gregg S

Series 63

Austin, TX

Kestra Advisory

Gregg Stamler is an Investment Advisor Representative with Kestra Advisory Services, LLC, holding a Series 63 credential and bringing 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Kestra Advisory and its affiliated entities since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, Stamler is the owner of GCS Tax Service, where he prepares individual income tax returns for approximately 300 clients. Additionally, he serves as a Battalion Chief with the New York City Fire Department. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to a wide range of institutional and individual clients. The firm offers services including fiduciary consulting, plan design, employee education, and access to multiple management platforms, serving large clients such as sovereign wealth funds with assets under management totaling approximately $79.8 billion.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Annuities Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Christopher M

CFA®, Series 63, Series 65

Henrico, VA

Kestra Advisory

Christopher Milligan is a CFA® charterholder with 14 years of industry experience. He is currently an advisor at Kestra Advisory and has previously worked at Alpha Omega Wealth Management, LLC from 2011 to 2024. Milligan serves on the Board of Directors of the CFA Society of Virginia. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to a wide range of institutional and individual clients, offering services such as fiduciary consulting, plan design, and employee education. The firm manages approximately $79.8 billion in assets and serves large institutional investors, including sovereign wealth funds.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Annuities Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Michael D

Series 66

Burr Ridge, IL

Kestra Advisory

Michael Dahill is a financial advisor with Kestra Advisory in Burr Ridge, IL, holding a Series 66 designation. He has less than one year of industry experience, with prior roles including time at BlueLake Wealth Advisors, LLC and Heartland Bank and Trust Company. He has also worked at Edgewood Valley Country Club while completing his education. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to institutional and individual clients, including plan sponsors. The firm offers fiduciary consulting, plan-level investment advice, and employee education, serving a range of clients from large institutional investors to sovereign wealth funds.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Annuities Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Jodi P

Series 63, Series 66

Austin, TX

Kestra Advisory

Jodi Patman is a financial advisor at Kestra Advisory with 26 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Edward Jones and J.P. Morgan Securities. Outside of her advisory role, she operates a resale business for clothing and personal goods. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to a range of institutional and individual clients, including plan sponsors. The firm offers fiduciary consulting, plan design, and employee education, supporting recommended investments through due diligence and serving large institutional investors such as sovereign wealth funds.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Annuities Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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David W

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

New York, NY

Kestra Advisory

David Weinstock is a CFP® professional with over 32 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Kestra Advisory. He has previously worked at Comprehensive Asset Management & Servicing, Inc. and WeiserMazars Wealth Advisors. He also serves as president of the Harbor House Condominium board of directors in Hewlett, NY. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to institutional and individual clients, offering services including fiduciary consulting, plan design, compliance testing, and employee education. The firm manages approximately $79.8 billion in assets and serves a wide range of clients, including large institutional investors.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Annuities Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Thomas S

Series 63

Endwell, NY

Kestra Advisory

Thomas Surowka is a financial advisor with Kestra Advisory Services, LLC, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has worked with Kestra Advisory Services and Kestra Investment Services since 2016 and is also a senior director at NFP Corporate Services (NY), where he oversees sales and marketing. Outside of his advisory roles, Surowka serves as president of the Lake Chrisann Community Association, engaging in local environmental and compliance activities. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to plan sponsors and a diverse range of institutional and individual clients, offering services from fiduciary consulting to employee education and plan-level investment advice. The firm serves large institutional investors, including sovereign wealth funds, and supports complex investment solutions within a comprehensive supervisory framework.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Annuities Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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James D

Series 63, Series 66

Brentwood, TN

Kestra Advisory

James Davis Jr. is a financial advisor with Kestra Advisory, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and over 50 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Kestra Advisory in 2022, he worked for NBC Securities, Inc. for 22 years. He is also commissioned as a notary public in Brentwood, Tennessee. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to plan sponsors and a diverse group of institutional and individual clients. The firm offers services including fiduciary consulting, plan design, employee education, and advisor-managed accounts, with a focus on serving large institutional investors such as sovereign wealth funds.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Annuities Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Robert M

Series 63, Series 66

Titusville, FL

Kestra Advisory

Robert Meissner III is a financial advisor at Kestra Advisory with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has previously worked with Geneos Wealth Management, Inc. and Cornerstone Capital Wealth Management, Inc. Meissner is a managing partner at Cornerstone Capital Wealth Management, where he is involved in client meetings and staff management. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to plan sponsors and a diverse range of institutional and individual clients. The firm offers fiduciary consulting, plan design, employee education, and access to multiple management platforms and third-party managed solutions.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Annuities Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Ilona F

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Austin, TX

Kestra Advisory

Ilona Friedman is a CFP® professional with 17 years of experience, currently serving as a Principal at Kestra Advisory Services LLC. She has been with Kestra since 2009 and focuses on holistic financial planning and asset management. Friedman also serves on the Board of Trustees for the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation and is a member of the Investment Committee for the Ann & Nate Levine Academy. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to a diverse client base, including institutional and individual clients. The firm offers a range of services such as fiduciary consulting, plan design, and employee education, managing approximately $79.8 billion in assets under management.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Annuities Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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John E

CFP®, Series 63, Series 66

Austin, TX

Kestra Advisory

John Egan is a CFP® professional with 25 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with Kestra Advisory. He was previously with J.P. Morgan LLC for nine years and held roles at TIAA-CREF. Egan is also the founder of Vertera Financial, where he manages an office and client portfolio. Kestra Advisory Services offers investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to institutional and individual clients, providing services such as fiduciary consulting, plan design, and employee education. The firm serves a broad client base including large institutional investors and sovereign wealth funds and utilizes multiple management platforms and third-party solutions within its supervisory framework.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Annuities Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Maxwell L

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Austin, TX

Kestra Advisory

Maxwell Loeb is a CFP® professional with nine years of experience at Kestra Advisory Services, LLC. He serves as a financial advisor in Austin, TX, and has held roles including Director of Financial Planning under a Kestra DBA. Loeb’s outside business activities include financial planning and advisory services through Westchester Benefit Group, Inc., where he focuses on insurance and investment advice. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to institutional and individual clients, offering fiduciary services, plan design, compliance testing, and employee education. The firm manages approximately $79.8 billion in assets and serves a diverse client base, including large institutional investors such as sovereign wealth funds.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Annuities Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Shane P

Series 66

Austin, TX

Kestra Advisory

Shane Pruitt is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Kestra Advisory, based in Austin, TX, and has 13 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Kestra Advisory in 2021, he worked at Edward Jones for nine years. He serves as a board member for the Marshall Lake Metropolitan District in Thornton, CO. Kestra Advisory provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting services to plan sponsors and a diverse client base, including institutional and individual investors. The firm offers fiduciary consulting, plan-level investment advice, and multiple management platforms, serving large institutional clients and maintaining extensive third-party relationships.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Annuities Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Diane B

Series 63, Series 65

Warrington, PA

Kestra Advisory

Diane Boen is a financial advisor with Kestra Advisory who holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 21 years of industry experience. She has been with Kestra Advisory since 2017 and has concurrently worked with Kestra Investment Services, LLC and Renaissance Benefit Advisors since 2011. Kestra Advisory Services provides investment advisory and retirement-plan consulting to a wide range of institutional and individual clients, offering services such as plan design, fiduciary consulting, employee education, and advisor-managed accounts. The firm manages approximately $79.8 billion in assets and serves a diverse client base, including large institutional investors and sovereign wealth funds.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Annuities Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Executive
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