Brightworks partners are investment advisor representatives of Private Advisor Group, one of the largest and fastest-growing independent wealth management firms in the country*. They have been recognized by Barron's as one of the top 10 registered investment advisory (RIA) firms on the publication's listing of "2023 Top 100 RIA Firms."

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The annual ranking of independent advisory companies, now in its eighth year, is compiled based on a variety of metrics, including assets under management, technology spending, staff diversity, and succession planning. This is the fifth consecutive year that Private Advisor Group has been selected as one of the top 10 RIAs by Barron's.

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Founded in 1997 in Morristown, NJ, Private Advisor Group is one of the nation's leading financial services firms. With over $28.5 billion in assets under management as of June 30, 2023, the firm leverages its resources to deliver strategies positioned to improve financial outcomes for individual investors and to inspire growth, fiduciary adherence, succession, and a client-centric approach for independent financial advisors' practices. Barron's has recognized Private Advisor Group as a top 10 registered investment advisory firm every year since 2019.

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*Barron's "Top 100 RIA Firms" ranking is based upon quantitative and qualitative criteria including: regulatory records, client retention reports, assets managed, revenue generated, technology spending, number of clients, size and diversity of staff, placement of a succession plan, and more. Investor experience and returns are not considered. Neither Private Advisor Group nor its financial advisors pay a fee to Barron's in exchange for the ranking.