LPL Financial (LPL) recently named Northwest Financial Advisors (NWFA), a subsidiary of Northwest Federal Credit Union, a 2020 Top Investment Program.1 LPL is a partner to the firm providing comprehensive brokerage and wealth management services. This is the third consecutive year that LPL has recognized Northwest Financial Advisors as a leader in the 11+ Advisors category.
LPL recognized Northwest Financial Advisors and its financial professionals for their use of innovation and leadership in driving change, and excellence in execution, in a recent program managers virtual meeting. Led by Sr. Vice President Karen Benedict, the program was among only five of more than 800 LPL Financial bank and credit union programs to earn similar recognition, a distinct achievement in a year that prompted all financial institutions to adjust to uncertainty and adopt new ways of doing business.
NWFA President and CEO Kevin Fisher said, “I’m proud of Karen’s leadership and our advisors’ commitment to enhancing the financial lives of our clients. The team has continued to guide our clients through many challenges, including the recent pandemic and the impact it has had both financially and emotionally. Our advisors are steadfast and tenacious in their desire to protect and grow our clients’ assets, and this recognition reflects their success in doing so.”
“On behalf of LPL, I congratulate the entire team at Northwest Financial Advisors for their dedication to helping clients gain access to valuable objective financial guidance in an ever-changing environment,” said Arthur Osman, LPL Financial executive vice president, Institution Services Relationship Management. “The program remains committed to the highest service standards, and this honor demonstrates the outstanding results and tireless work each team member does to take care of their clients’ financial needs and aspirations. We thank Northwest Financial Advisors for their continued partnership and wish them continued success.”
In addition to serving Northwest Federal Credit Union members in the Washington, DC region, NWFA’s team of 11 advisors assists individuals and business owners across the nation in maximizing their financial well-being through prudent and objective financial planning and asset management.