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Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

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Client assets under management

$31,875,786,417

Clients

39,386

62% high-net-worth

Advisors

447

of 549 employees

Firm type

Enterprise

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

Clients per advisor

88

High

Average account size

$809,318

About

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC provides investment advisory services to a broad client base that includes individuals (including high-net-worth clients), corporate and business clients, retirement plans, trusts, and other institutions. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, pension consulting, and a range of managed-account programs.

The firm delivers advice through multiple program structures, including Steward Partners–sponsored managed accounts and a separate RIA-managed account program, and uses model portfolios, unified managed accounts (UMAs), separately managed accounts, and third‑party money managers. Investment selection and ongoing monitoring incorporate due diligence processes coordinated with service providers such as Pershing, Raymond James and SMArtX, and the firm makes available ESG options, alternative investments, and estate-documentation technology to clients.

Steward Partners is distinctive among large enterprise RIAs in operating an affiliated broker‑dealer (Steward Partners Investment Solutions, LLC) and in maintaining clearing, custody, and revenue‑sharing relationships with multiple custodians (Pershing, Raymond James, Schwab, Fidelity, and Goldman Sachs Custody Solutions), as well as a December 2025 strategic capital transaction with Ares Management. The firm also facilitates access to third‑party estate‑planning platforms and has referral arrangements for structured products, all of which the brochure notes can create conflicts of interest that the firm discloses and manages through policies and periodic reviews.

Client services

Financial planning Portfolio management Pension consulting Selection of other advisers Financial consulting

Expertise

ESG / Sustainable investing

Occupation focus

Founder/Business Owner Retired

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Fee options

Fixed

Fixed fees for financial planning and consulting services, negotiable based on complexity

Percentage

$0+: Up to 2.50% annually (maximum program fee) $5,000 - $10,000: Negotiable, example minimum new account values mentioned for some programs $10,000 - $25,000: Negotiable, varies by program $25,000+: Negotiable, varies by program

Commissions

Commission-based compensation for insurance products and broker-dealer transactions through affiliated SPIS

Project-based

Hourly fees charged for financial planning and consulting services, rates vary

Other

Account minimum: $25,000 Minimum fee: Minimum Quarterly Program Fee (Prior to May 2011) is $250, minimum fee may be waived at discretion Fee-only: Financial planning and consulting fees are negotiable; fees can be hourly, fixed, or percentage of assets

Main office location

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

400 Atlantic Street, Floor 10, Suite 1020

Stamford CT 06901-3512, United States

Number of offices

87

Most active in

Alabama · Alaska · Arizona · Arkansas · California · Colorado · Connecticut · Delaware · District of Columbia · Florida · Georgia · Hawaii · Idaho · Illinois · Indiana · Iowa · Kansas · Kentucky · Louisiana · Maine · Maryland · Massachusetts · Michigan · Minnesota · Mississippi · Missouri · Montana · Nebraska · Nevada · New Hampshire · New Jersey · New Mexico · New York · North Carolina · North Dakota · Ohio · Oklahoma · Oregon · Pennsylvania · Puerto Rico · Rhode Island · South Carolina · South Dakota · Tennessee · Texas · Utah · Vermont · Virginia · Washington · West Virginia · Wisconsin · Wyoming

Disclosures

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Business activities & affiliations

Advisors at this firm

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Brian M

Series 65

Watkinsville, GA

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

Brian Moore is a financial advisor with Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC and holds a Series 65 designation. He has 12 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Advisory Services Network, LLC and Precision Capital Management. Outside of advising, he is involved in several non-investment business activities, including ownership roles in insurance commissions and land ownership entities. Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC manages over $28 billion in regulatory assets and serves a diverse client base ranging from non-high-net-worth individuals to institutional clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management using proprietary strategies and third-party money managers, with portfolios across multiple asset classes tailored to client objectives.

ESG / Sustainable investing Founder/Business Owner Retired
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Steven M

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Las Vegas, NV

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

Steven Miller is a CFP® with 28 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC since 2024. Prior to joining Steward Partners, he worked at UBS Financial Services for 12 years. He is a one-third owner of Equity Stretch, LLC, a non-investment-related business based in Valencia, California. Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC manages approximately $28.34 billion in regulatory assets and serves a diverse client base including individuals, charitable organizations, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management utilizing proprietary strategies alongside third-party money managers, with investments across multiple asset classes tailored to client objectives.

ESG / Sustainable investing Founder/Business Owner Retired
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Wilhelmina J

Series 63, Series 65

New York, NY

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

Wilhelmina Joseph is a financial advisor with Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 54 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Steward Partners Investment Solutions, Raymond James Financial Services, and Wells Fargo Advisors. Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC manages approximately $28.34 billion in assets and serves a diverse client base including individuals, charitable organizations, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm employs a combination of proprietary investment strategies and third-party money managers, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management across multiple account types.

ESG / Sustainable investing Founder/Business Owner Retired
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David S

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Lake Oswego, OR

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

David Stockton is a CFP® professional with 32 years of industry experience. He is currently with Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC and has held roles within related Steward Partners entities since 2009. Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC manages approximately $28.34 billion in regulatory assets, serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, charitable and corporate clients, retirement plans, and other institutions. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management through proprietary models and third-party managers, implementing strategies across multiple asset classes tailored to client objectives.

ESG / Sustainable investing Founder/Business Owner Retired
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Jason R

CFP®, Series 66

Kyle, TX

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

Jason Reeves is a CFP® with 18 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC. His prior experience includes roles at Kestra Advisory and NFP Securities, Inc. He is based in Kyle, TX. Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC manages approximately $28.34 billion in regulatory assets and serves a diverse client base ranging from non-HNW to high-net-worth individuals, as well as charitable, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management through proprietary and third-party strategies across multiple asset classes.

ESG / Sustainable investing Founder/Business Owner Retired
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Timothy B

ChFC®, Series 63

Riverdale, NJ

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

Timothy Burklow Sr. is a ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with over 34 years of industry experience. He is currently with Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC and has previously worked with Ameriprise and led Burklow & Rotella, LLC. Outside of advisory work, he has been involved in managing and closing small businesses. Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC manages approximately $28.34 billion in assets and serves a diverse client base including individuals, charitable and corporate clients, and retirement plans. The firm utilizes a combination of proprietary investment strategies and third-party managers, offering portfolio solutions across multiple asset classes tailored to client objectives.

ESG / Sustainable investing Founder/Business Owner Retired
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Charles M

Series 63, Series 65

Dalton, GA

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

Charles Miller Jr. is a financial advisor with Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo and Morgan Stanley. Outside of his advisory work, he is a 50% owner of CMSW Farms, LLC, where he oversees farm operations. Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC manages approximately $28.34 billion in assets and serves a diverse client base, including individuals, charitable organizations, and institutional clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management using proprietary and third-party strategies across a wide range of asset classes.

ESG / Sustainable investing Founder/Business Owner Retired
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Kirstin H

CFP®, Series 65, Series 66

Columbus, OH

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

Kirstin Hark is a CFP® with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC. Her career includes prior roles at Freedom Street Partners, Monaco Capital Management, and Tull Financial Group. Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC manages approximately $28.34 billion in assets and serves a diverse client base including individuals, charitable and corporate clients, and retirement plans. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management using proprietary strategies combined with third-party money managers across multiple asset classes.

ESG / Sustainable investing Founder/Business Owner Retired
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Michelle H

Series 63, Series 66

Norfolk, VA

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

Michelle Huffman is a financial advisor with Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and 32 years of industry experience. Her prior experience includes roles at Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as an insurance agent and is involved in managing a support company, Nottingham Wealth Management Group. Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC manages approximately $28.34 billion in assets and serves a diverse client base including individuals, charitable and corporate clients, and retirement plans. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management using proprietary strategies alongside third-party managers, with investment solutions spanning equities, fixed income, mutual funds, ETFs, alternatives, and cash.

ESG / Sustainable investing Founder/Business Owner Retired
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Grant D

Series 66

Manchester, NH

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

Grant Denniston is a financial advisor at Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Merrill from 2014 to 2022 and Wells Fargo Clearing from 2022 to 2023 before joining Steward Partners in 2023. Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC manages approximately $28.34 billion in assets and serves a diverse client base including individuals, charitable and corporate clients, and retirement plans. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management through proprietary strategies and third-party money managers, with investment solutions spanning equities, fixed income, mutual funds, ETFs, and alternatives.

ESG / Sustainable investing Founder/Business Owner Retired
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Fran S

Series 63, Series 66

Redding, CT

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

Fran Scharf is a financial advisor with Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 36 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Steward Partners in 2026, Fran worked at Raymond James & Associates for 10 years and UBS Financial Services Inc for another decade. Outside of advising, Fran is an officer and vice president of Red Roses LLC, a business she manages. Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC manages approximately $28.34 billion in assets and serves a diverse client base including individuals, charitable and corporate clients, and retirement plans. The firm employs a combination of proprietary and third-party investment strategies across multiple asset classes, offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and pension consulting.

ESG / Sustainable investing Founder/Business Owner Retired
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Travis M

CFP®, Series 63

Humble, TX

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

Travis Munro is a CFP® with 23 years of industry experience currently serving at Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC. His prior experience includes roles at Momentum Independent Network Inc., Lincoln Investment, and Great American Advisors. Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC manages approximately $28.34 billion in assets and serves a diverse client base ranging from non‑high-net-worth individuals to institutional clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management using proprietary models alongside third-party money managers, implementing portfolios across multiple asset classes tailored to client objectives.

ESG / Sustainable investing Founder/Business Owner Retired
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James B

Series 66

Clemson, SC

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

James Bross Jr. is a financial advisor with Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He previously worked at Equitable Advisors and Atrium Health and has been involved with Carolina Care Innovation Group for over a decade as owner and CEO. Bross serves on the board of trustees for Southern Wesleyan University and is involved with Clemson University's Book T. Smith Launchpad as an operations manager. Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC manages approximately $28.34 billion in assets and serves a diverse client base including individuals, charitable and corporate clients, and retirement plans. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management through proprietary strategies and third-party money managers, utilizing a range of investment vehicles tailored to client objectives.

ESG / Sustainable investing Founder/Business Owner Retired
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Michael H

Series 65, Series 66

Baltimore, MD

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

Michael Hoff is a financial advisor at Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC with 24 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and has previously worked at Raymond James Financial Services and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Hoff is also the owner of SMH Capital Group, a support company unrelated to investment activities. Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC manages approximately $28.34 billion in assets and serves a diverse client base including individuals, charitable organizations, corporations, and retirement plans. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management using proprietary strategies and third-party money managers, with investment solutions spanning equities, fixed income, mutual funds, ETFs, alternatives, and cash.

ESG / Sustainable investing Founder/Business Owner Retired
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Bradford C

Series 63, Series 65

Mc Lean, VA

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

Bradford Coyle Sr. is a financial advisor with Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 34 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Raymond James Financial Services and Wells Fargo Advisors. Outside of advisory work, he owns and manages rental real estate properties. Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC manages approximately $28.34 billion in assets and serves a diverse client base including individuals, charitable organizations, and corporate clients. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management using proprietary strategies alongside third-party money managers, with investment implementations spanning equities, fixed income, mutual funds, ETFs, alternatives, and cash.

ESG / Sustainable investing Founder/Business Owner Retired
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