Build an RIA practice on your terms

Get all the resources and support of a boutique firm without the retail restraints by becoming an independent RIA with Raymond James. Our platform offers you innovative fee-based programs with complete freedom and control over your business.

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Make it your own

Raymond James offers you something other firms don’t: Full access to our entire product platform and a suite of advisor and client services, with the freedom to use as much or as little as you want as an RIA. Our technology follows suit, allowing for customization and the flexibility to integrate third-party applications. Empowering advisors is our mission, accomplished through a culture that celebrates independence and innovation.

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Sophisticated Support

No Retail Conflict

Freedom and Flexibility

A Seamless Transition

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Gregg Bruce
Greg Bruce
Head of RIA & Custody Services
Ray Adams
Ray Adams
Division Director East Division
Sean Marrin
Sean Marrin
Division Director West Division
Scott Steele
Scott D. Steele
Business Development Consultant East Division
DC, DE, KY, MD, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV
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Michael Silbaugh
Business Development Consultant East Division
AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS
Dave Westerhout
David Westerhout
Business Development Consultant West Division
AK, CA, HI, NV
Blaise Liederbach
Blaise Liederbach, CIMA®
Business Development Consultant West Division
IA, IL, IN, MI, MN, MO, ND, OH, SD, WI
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Ryan Killilea
Business Development Consultant West Division
AZ, CO, ID, KS, MT, NE, NM, OK, OR, TX, UT, WA, WY
John Holecek
John Holecek
Division Manager Atlantic Division
CT, DE, FL, GA, MA, MD, ME, NC, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT, WV
Rachel Rath
Rachel Rath
Division Manager Central Division
AL, AR, IA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MI, MN, MO, MS, OH, TN, WI
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Mark Leonard
Division Manager Pacific Division
AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, KS, MT, ND, NE, NM, NV, OK, OR, SD, TX, UT, WA, WY

The opportunity to grow

As an independent RIA, you take home more of your hard-earned profits while still benefiting from access to comprehensive wealth management solutions, a robust technology platform and tailored, firmwide support.

A smooth transition

Our advisor-led transition process includes a dedicated consultant to help you manage and execute each element of your move. And long after you’ve settled in, our professionals will still be there to help you grow and refine your practice.

Sophisticated support

Get the resources to serve the needs of high-net-worth and institutional clients, including investment banking, trust specialists and more. Your relationship manager will help you navigate the resources and products available.
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“The freedom, tools and robust support RIA client firms need – it’s all at your fingertips, so you can grow your business your way.”
Greg Bruce
Head of RIA & Custody Services

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