LPL Financial Welcomes Father-Daughter Team, Northern Lakes Financial Group
LPL Financial has welcomed Northern Lakes Financial Group into its broker-dealer and investment advisor platforms. The group, which joined from Thrivent Investment Management, reported managing approximately $120 million in advisory and retirement plan assets. Comprised of father-daughter team Robert Viau and Liz Mengo, alongside client support specialist Kamryn Nardini, the group aims to provide tailored financial guidance. Their decision to partner with LPL stems from a desire for a flexible business model and enhanced technological support to better serve their clients.
- Northern Lakes Financial Group brings approximately $120 million in assets under management, enhancing LPL's overall asset portfolio.
- The partnership allows LPL to expand its advisor network and support offerings, potentially driving future growth.
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial LLC announced today that Northern Lakes Financial Group has joined LPL Financial’s broker-dealer, hybrid registered investment advisor (RIA) and custodial platforms. The group reported to LPL that it served approximately
Northern Lakes Financial Group is comprised of father-daughter team Robert Viau and Liz Mengo, who have approximately 35 years of combined experience as financial consultants. They are joined by client support specialist Kamryn Nardini. Based in Burlington, Wis., the group aims to provide personalized financial guidance to clients in an effort to help them achieve better clarity and confidence around their financial journeys. Specializing in both risk and client portfolio management, the team offers access to a variety of products and services – including retirement planning, life insurance, mutual funds and charitable giving solutions – to help their clients work toward their goals.
“Over the years, I’ve made a lot of commitments to my clients, and I’m dedicated to upholding those promises,” Viau said. “We’re proud of the trust our clients place in us, and we always want to ensure that we’re providing them with the tools that can help them not only reach, but also make the most out of their goals.”
In considering how to maintain business continuity and the ability to control their succession plan, the advisors decided they needed a more flexible business model and turned to LPL for their next chapter. “As we began looking for a partner to support our business needs, we were drawn to LPL Financial’s enhanced technology, strategic consultative support and dedicated service experience,” Viau said. “From the beginning, we were impressed by their receptive team and advisor-first approach, and we’re excited to partner with them for many years to come.”
“It’s with great pride that we welcome Robert, Liz and Kamryn to the LPL community,” said Scott Posner, LPL executive vice president, Business Development. “We are honored that the Northern Lakes Financial Group chose LPL Financial as their strategic partner, and we look forward to supporting their business aspirations. We’re confident that LPL’s innovative tools and integrated wealth management platforms will help them deliver a differentiated experience to their clients. We look forward to a long-lasting partnership with Northern Lakes Financial Group.”
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