Welcome, Pinnacle Advisor Clients! Below is a recap of the announcement you received via email from Doug. For any further questions, please contact Doug or Denise.
Pinnacle Advisors is excited to announce an important partnership with a larger and highly experienced LPL advisory firm. This new relationship is designed to offer many new benefits to help us achieve your financial goals, and with virtually no downside to you. Denise and I will continue working closely with you while we introduce the new resources and capabilities available at U-Vest Financial.
We were very careful and selective in our search. Ultimately, we found that U-Vest shares our values, our service philosophy, and our commitment to putting clients first. In addition, they bring significant depth, infrastructure, and specialized planning resources that will directly benefit you well into the future.
U-Vest Financial is a fellow LPL advisory firm with offices in New England and the Southeast. The firm is led by CEO Michael Davino, CFP®, and President Dustin Johnson, CFP®, ChFC, both highly experienced advisors with 15 and 21 years in the industry, respectively. Michael holds a degree in Finance from Florida State University, and Dustin holds degrees in Mathematics and Computer Science from the Colorado School of Mines. Together, they lead a team of seasoned advisors and support staff who are deeply focused on comprehensive financial planning and maintaining long-term client relationships.
Another important part of this merger is the implementation of a thoughtful and well-planned succession plan for me. When that time comes, Michael and Dustin will be an ideal fit to support this long-term succession plan. In addition to being highly accomplished LPL advisors, they lead a team that is built for longevity and with the depth necessary to serve clients across multiple generations.
Very importantly, Denise will continue in her role as always and will remain a key relationship for you going forward. She and I worked hard together to select a team of experienced LPL Financial advisors who will ensure continuity and the same high standards that we value so strongly at Pinnacle Advisors. We are genuinely excited about this next chapter and what it means for the level of service and support we can provide.
As we move forward, you can expect enhanced attention to comprehensive financial planning, including generational wealth planning, insurance planning, and tax-aware strategies, all supported by the broader U-Vest team.
Important Details About This Change
This transition will have minimal impact on your account, but we want to be sure you are aware of the following:
- Our partnership will maintain the same local presence, as always.
- Your current investment portfolio will remain unchanged.
- This transition will occur at no cost to you.
- You will continue to receive your regular statements from LPL Financial, although you may notice an additional U-Vest Financial logo appearing.
- Your account number(s) and online access will remain the same.
- Compensation has been exchanged as part of this transition, and as always, you are under no obligation to remain with Pinnacle Advisors or U-Vest Financial.
What’s Next for You?
This announcement is more than just a letter. This partnership represents an important step forward in how we serve our clients, and we are excited to bring these expanded resources and capabilities to you.
Over the coming weeks and months, here’s what you can expect:
- We will share additional communications regarding any updates to our website or contact information. Please note that all current phone numbers and email addresses will remain the same.
- Although we are all part of LPL Financial, certain accounts may require additional paperwork as part of this transition. If applicable to your specific accounts, our team will contact you directly to assist with any required updates.
- Over the coming months, we will work to ensure that every client has the opportunity to meet with Denise and me and members of the U-Vest team to review your specific 2026 goals. This will also be an opportunity to meet directly with U-Vest leadership, ask questions, and better understand how this partnership benefits you and your financial plans.
Finally, “Thank You” for the continued trust you have placed in Denise and me. We look forward to continuing our work together, now strengthened by the added resources and support of U-Vest Financial.
- Doug Newman