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Raymond James & Associates

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Client AUM

$404,793,404,954

Clients

513,125

Advisors

5,802

across 931 offices

About

Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large, dually registered broker‑dealer and SEC‑registered investment adviser overseeing roughly $501 billion in assets and supported by a nationwide adviser force. The firm serves a broad client base—individuals (including HNW clients), institutional and pension/profit‑sharing plans, charitable organizations, and state and municipal entities—and offers financial planning, non‑discretionary investment consulting through its Wealth Advisory Services Program, sponsorship of wrap fee advisory programs, and institutional consulting via its Institutional Fiduciary Solutions division.

Advisors at the firm deliver tailored plans based on fact‑finding interviews, risk profiling, and software‑driven analyses (including deterministic and probability modeling), but planning and consulting relationships are generally non‑discretionary with implementation decisions left to the client. RJA and its advisers draw on a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research and sub‑advisers (equity, fixed income, and alternative strategies), and they supplement advice with firm research and model manager options described in the Brochure.

Noteworthy for a firm of its size, RJA provides municipal advisory services and is affiliated with a municipal advisor while also acting in market‑making and execution roles in municipal and government bonds—an arrangement that is less common among peers. The Brochure also highlights the firm’s SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services Program (SIACS), which targets small employers with plan‑level oversight and customizable menus (including American Funds and a QDIA option), and describes the extensive affiliate ecosystem (banks, trust companies, insurance agencies, and in‑house asset managers) and related conflicts that the firm manages through disclosures and supervisory policies.

Client services

Financial planning Portfolio management Pension consulting Selection of other advisers Educational seminars or workshops
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Expertise

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Business succession planning

Occupation focus

Founder/Business Owner Executive

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Fee options

Fixed

Fixed (flat) dollar fee available for planning services and SIMPLE IRA Employer Advisory & Consulting Services Program quarterly fixed fees.

Commissions

Commissions earned by financial advisors as registered representatives for brokerage transactions.

Project-based

Hourly Fees for planning and/or investment consultation services generally charged up to $400 per hour.

Other

Fee-only: Hourly fees generally up to $400 per hour; Fixed (flat) fees available for planning services.

Main office

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880 Carillon Parkway

St. Petersburg FL 33716

Advisors at this office

519

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Also doing business as

Alex. Brown · Alex.Brown · Asset Management Services · Institutional Fiduciary Solutions · Investment Advisory Services · Public Finance Investment Strategies Group · Raymond James & Associates, Inc. · Raymond James Consulting Services · Strategic Investment Management Services

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Advisors at this firm

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Dwight E

Series 63, Series 65

Tampa, FL

Raymond James & Associates

Dwight Edwards is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Wesley Chapel, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates, INC since 2016 and also worked at Raymond James & Associates from 2017 to 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in rental property ownership. Raymond James & Associates offers financial planning and investment consulting services to a wide range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and government clients. The firm provides tailored financial plans and investment recommendations through its Wealth Advisory Services Program and supports institutional consulting via its Institutional Fiduciary Solutions division.

General retirement planning Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive
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Ian M

Series 7, Series 65, AAMS®, Series 63, Series 6

Charlotte, NC

Raymond James & Associates

Ian McCann is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates in Charlotte, NC. Raymond James & Associates provides financial planning and investment consulting to a wide range of clients, including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and government clients. The firm offers tailored financial plans and asset-allocation analyses primarily through non-discretionary advisory relationships, and it maintains notable public finance and municipal services alongside its retail advisory offerings.

Retirement income strategy Roth conversion strategy Early retirement planning Concentrated stock management Charitable giving tax strategies Sales Professional Engineering Professional Executive Technology Professional Military & Veterans Approaching retirement Established Professionals Retired HENRY (High Earners, Not Rich Yet)
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Henry T

Series 63, Series 65, CFP®, Series 7

Nashville, TN

Raymond James & Associates

Henry is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Nashville, TN, holding Series 7, 63, Series 65 licenses (and CFP designation). He has nine years of industry experience. He serves as Treasurer and Board Member of the nonprofit’s Blind Early Services TN and Autism Career Training. Raymond James & Associates provides financial planning and investment consulting services to a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and government clients. The firm offers tailored financial plans and asset-allocation analyses, supporting both retail and institutional clients through various advisory programs.

Wealth management Roth conversion strategy Retirement income strategy Tax-loss harvesting Charitable giving tax strategies Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive Real Estate Professional Self-Employed
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Christopher C

CFP®, Series 63, Series 66

Florham Park, NJ

Raymond James & Associates

Christopher Conway is a CFP® professional with 18 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates since 2016. Prior to this, he worked at Deutsche Bank Securities Inc. from 2014 to 2016. Raymond James & Associates provides financial planning and investment consulting through its Wealth Advisory Services Program to a diverse client base, including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable entities, and government clients. The firm also offers wrap fee advisory programs and institutional consulting with a focus on public finance and municipal work.

General retirement planning General estate planning guidance College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) General tax planning Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive Doctor or Medical Professional Real Estate Professional Young Professionals HENRY (High Earners, Not Rich Yet) Approaching retirement Retired Established Professionals
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Amanda S

Series 66

Ft. Wayne, IN

Raymond James & Associates

Amanda Scheele is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding a Series 66 designation and 16 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing before joining Raymond James. Amanda is also involved with Lucky Duck since 2025. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, institutional and pension plans, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning and non-discretionary investment consulting supported by a broad platform of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Business succession planning Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Elizabeth G

Series 66

Richmond, VA

Raymond James & Associates

Elizabeth Gillis is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. She has worked at Raymond James since 2020 and previously spent five years with Lakeland Tours DBA WorldStrides. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and municipal advisory services through a nationwide network of advisers.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Business succession planning Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Deborah V

Series 63

Stuart, FL

Raymond James & Associates

Deborah Vincent is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 26 years of industry experience. She previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 29 years. Vincent holds a Series 63 designation and is based in Stuart, Florida. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Business succession planning Founder/Business Owner Executive
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James F

CFP®, Series 66

Franklin, TN

Raymond James & Associates

James Forster is a CFP® with 16 years of industry experience, currently serving at Raymond James & Associates since 2013. He is based in Franklin, TN, and participates on the investment committee of Saint-Andrew's Sewanee School’s advisory board. Raymond James & Associates is a large dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser overseeing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and consulting with a range of portfolio management styles supported by affiliated research and model managers.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Business succession planning Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Mark F

Series 63, Series 65

Farmington Hills, MI

Raymond James & Associates

Mark Forsthoefel is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Farmington Hills, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has been with Raymond James & Associates since 2001. Raymond James & Associates, Inc. is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets and serving a broad client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities. The firm offers financial planning and investment consulting with a range of portfolio management styles and notable municipal advisory services.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Business succession planning Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Dennis S

Series 63, Series 65

Beachwood, OH

Raymond James & Associates

Dennis Schwartz is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates in Beachwood, OH. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 33 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Raymond James, he worked for Newman & Company CPAs for eight years. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a wide range of clients, including individuals, institutions, and municipalities, and offers financial planning, investment consulting, and municipal advisory services through a broad network of advisors and affiliated entities.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Business succession planning Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Kevin W

Series 66

St. Petersburg, FL

Raymond James & Associates

Kevin Wunker is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with three years of industry experience. He has worked at Raymond James since 2022 and previously held roles at PennyMac Loan Services and Founders Professional. His background also includes four years at Florida State University and four years at Pompano Beach High School. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutional clients, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and municipal advisory services.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Business succession planning Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Stephanie L

Series 66

Jacksonville, FL

Raymond James & Associates

Stephanie Lesso is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with 13 years of industry experience. She held positions at Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank from 2013 to 2025 before joining her current firm. She serves as a board member on the Federation Finance Committee, contributing to investment and budget oversight. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving a broad client base with tailored financial planning, non-discretionary investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Business succession planning Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Diego L

Series 66

Weston, FL

Raymond James & Associates

Diego Lutz is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with a Series 66 designation and experience in the industry since 2025. Prior to joining Raymond James, he worked at JTC Group, Citi Group, and Scotia Wealth Management. Raymond James & Associates is a large broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and charitable organizations, providing financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary solutions with a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Business succession planning Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Tyler P

Series 66

Anniston, AL

Raymond James & Associates

Tyler Pankey is a financial advisor at Raymond James & Associates with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Northwestern Mutual and Auburn University. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning, investment consulting, and institutional fiduciary services through a range of portfolio management styles and affiliated research.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Business succession planning Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Abner C

Series 66

St. Petersburg, FL

Raymond James & Associates

Abner Cordova is a financial advisor with Raymond James & Associates holding a Series 66 designation and having recently begun his career in the industry. Prior to joining Raymond James, he worked at the University Fitness Center and has experience in education roles at the University of Alabama and Bob Jones High School. Raymond James & Associates is a large, dually registered broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that manages approximately $501 billion in assets. The firm serves a diverse client base, including individuals, institutions, and municipal entities, offering financial planning and consulting services primarily on a non-discretionary basis.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Business succession planning Founder/Business Owner Executive
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