LPL Financial Welcomes Spectrum Wealth Strategies

LPL Financial (Nasdaq:LPLA) announced that the advisors of Spectrum Wealth Strategies have joined its broker-dealer and RIA platform.

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LPL Financial (Nasdaq:LPLA) announced that the advisors of Spectrum Wealth Strategies have joined its broker-dealer and RIA platform. The Dallas-based team, formerly with MassMutual, reports serving about $1.5 billion in advisory, brokerage and retirement plan assets, with additional offices in Waco and Wilmington.

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On Jun 16, the day this news came out, LPLA closed 2.70% above the previous close.

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Key Figures

Spectrum assets: $1.5 billion Advisors supported: 32,000 advisors Institutions supported: 1,100 financial institutions +5 more

Spectrum assets: $1.5 billion; Advisory, brokerage and retirement plan assets at end of 2025
Advisors supported: 32,000 advisors; LPL advisor count cited in release
Institutions supported: 1,100 financial institutions; Wealth management practices served by LPL
Client assets: $2.3 trillion; Brokerage and advisory assets serviced and custodied
End investors: 8 million Americans; End-clients served across platforms
Share price: $295.32; Latest price before this news
52-week high: $403.575; High over the past 52 weeks
52-week low: $260.15; Low over the past 52 weeks

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jun 11

5 events

Jun 11
Advisor recruitment

24h Move

-1.3%

Les Smith with about $185M in assets joined LPL platform.
Jun 09
Advisor recruitment

24h Move

+0.2%

Allegia Wealth Management brought around $230M in client assets to LPL.
Jun 04
Advisor recruitment

24h Move

+3.2%

Align Private Wealth joined LPL with roughly $2B in advisory assets.
May 28
Advisor recruitment

24h Move

-2.1%

Schott Financial Management and its ~$240M in assets affiliated with LPL.
May 27
Conference appearance

24h Move

-2.1%

LPL announced a presentation at the William Blair Growth Stock Conference.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Key Terms

broker-dealer, registered investment advisor (RIA), finra, sipc

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broker-dealer financial

"joined LPL Financial’s broker-dealer and Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) platform."

A broker-dealer is a licensed firm or individual that both executes trades on behalf of clients (acting as a broker) and buys or sells securities for its own account (acting as a dealer). Investors care because broker-dealers provide the plumbing of markets — they place orders, hold or move cash and securities, offer research or advice, and their stability and fees directly affect trade execution, costs, and the safety of client funds; think of them as a combined travel agent and taxi for your investments.

registered investment advisor (RIA) financial

"joined LPL Financial’s broker-dealer and Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) platform."

A registered investment advisor (RIA) is a person or firm legally registered with regulators to provide investment advice and manage client portfolios for a fee. RIAs must put clients’ interests ahead of their own — a legal duty that helps reduce undisclosed conflicts, like a mechanic who must recommend only necessary repairs. Investors pay attention because an RIA’s fee model and duty of loyalty influence costs, trust, and how investment choices are made.

finra regulatory

"Member FINRA/SIPC. Spectrum Wealth Strategies and LPL Financial are separate entities."

FINRA is the U.S. self‑regulatory organization that oversees brokerage firms and individual brokers, setting and enforcing rules to protect investors and keep markets orderly. Think of it as a referee and rulebook keeper for the broker industry: it licenses brokers, monitors their behavior, enforces standards, and runs complaint and arbitration systems, so investors can check records and have a path to resolve disputes.

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sipc regulatory

"Member FINRA/SIPC. Spectrum Wealth Strategies and LPL Financial are separate entities."

The Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC) is a nonprofit organization that helps customers recover cash and securities if a registered brokerage firm fails and assets are missing. Think of it like an insurance backstop for your brokerage account—it can replace missing holdings up to legal limits but does not protect against losses from market movements or bad investment choices.

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06/16/2026 - 08:55 AM EDT

SAN DIEGO, June 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial LLC announced today that the financial advisors of Spectrum Wealth Strategies have joined LPL Financial’s broker-dealer and Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) platform. The team reported serving approximately $1.5 billion in advisory, brokerage and retirement plan assets* and joins LPL from MassMutual.

Based in Dallas, Spectrum Wealth Strategies is led by financial advisors Randy Black, CFP®; Jonathan Bomar, CFP®; Truman Blocker, CFP®; Landon Vaughan; Weston Poulos, CFP®; Billy Geiler, CFP®; Jeff Cummins, CFP®, CPA, MBA; and Jaime Galvan, CFP®. The team also includes associate advisors Stephen Luna and Matthew Galvan, with additional office locations in Waco, Texas, and Wilmington, N.C.

Spectrum Wealth Strategies serves a broad and diverse client base of high-earning individuals and families, many of whom are focused on long-term financial growth and planning. The team emphasizes building enduring relationships by helping clients navigate evolving financial needs across different stages of life.

The practice is centered on a collaborative model, where advisors share resources, insights and expertise to deliver comprehensive financial planning. The team meets regularly to align on strategy and ensure they are providing the highest level of service to clients.

“Our goal is to meet clients where they are and help guide them to where they want to go,” said Bomar. “We build comprehensive financial plans that evolve alongside our clients, with a focus on long-term partnership and helping them make informed decisions throughout life.”

Spectrum Wealth Strategies differentiates itself through its team-based approach, enabling clients to benefit from a wide range of expertise within a single firm.

“We believe our strength lies in having someone on our team who can serve each client’s unique needs,” said Blocker. “Our core competency is delivering financial planning for life — supporting clients through every stage and helping them stay on track toward their goals.”

Why Spectrum Wealth Strategies Chose LPL

The Spectrum Wealth Strategies team selected LPL for its autonomy, enhanced capabilities and advisor-focused support model.

“The move to LPL allows us greater independence and access to more robust solutions for our clients,” Bomar said. “With deeper research capabilities and strong back-office support, we are better positioned to grow our business while continuing to provide personalized service.”

LPL Chief Growth Officer Marc Cohen said, “We are pleased to welcome the Spectrum Wealth Strategies team to LPL. Their collaborative approach and commitment to delivering personalized, long-term financial planning align closely with LPL’s purpose to empower advisors with the flexibility, technology and support they need to serve their clients and grow their practices.”

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About LPL Financial

LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) is among the fastest growing wealth management firms in the U.S. As a leader in the financial advisor-mediated marketplace, LPL supports more than 32,000 financial advisors and the wealth management practices of approximately 1,100 financial institutions, servicing and custodying approximately $2.3 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets on behalf of approximately 8 million Americans. The firm provides a wide range of advisor affiliation models, investment solutions, fintech tools and practice management services, ensuring that advisors and institutions have the flexibility to choose the business model, services, and technology resources they need to run thriving businesses. For further information about LPL, please visit www.lpl.com/.

Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial LLC (“LPL Financial”), a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer. Member FINRA/SIPC. Spectrum Wealth Strategies and LPL Financial are separate entities.

Throughout this communication, the terms "financial advisors" and "advisors" are used to refer to registered representatives and/or investment advisor representatives affiliated with LPL Financial.

We routinely disclose information that may be important to shareholders in the "Investor Relations" or "Press Releases" section of our website.

*Value approximated based on asset and holding details provided to LPL from end of year, 2025.

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What did LPL Financial (Nasdaq:LPLA) announce about Spectrum Wealth Strategies on June 16, 2026?

LPL Financial announced that Spectrum Wealth Strategies’ advisors joined its broker-dealer and RIA platform. According to LPL Financial, the Dallas-based team expands LPL’s advisor network and strengthens its presence serving high-earning individuals and families focused on long-term financial planning.

How many client assets does Spectrum Wealth Strategies bring to LPL Financial (LPLA)?

Spectrum Wealth Strategies reports serving approximately $1.5 billion in advisory, brokerage and retirement plan assets. According to LPL Financial, this value is approximated from asset and holding details provided as of the end of 2025, reflecting the scale of the incoming practice.

Why did Spectrum Wealth Strategies choose to affiliate with LPL Financial (LPLA)?

Spectrum Wealth Strategies chose LPL for greater independence, autonomy and enhanced capabilities. According to LPL Financial, the team cited deeper research, more robust client solutions and strong back-office support as reasons, helping them grow their business while maintaining personalized financial planning for clients.

Where is Spectrum Wealth Strategies based after joining LPL Financial (LPLA)?

Spectrum Wealth Strategies is based in Dallas, Texas, with offices in Waco and Wilmington, North Carolina. According to LPL Financial, the team serves high-earning individuals and families, focusing on long-term financial growth, planning, and life-stage guidance through a collaborative, team-based advisory model.

How large is LPL Financial (LPLA) in terms of advisors and assets under administration?

LPL Financial supports more than 32,000 financial advisors and around 1,100 financial institutions. According to LPL Financial, the firm services and custodies approximately $2.3 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets on behalf of about 8 million Americans across its wealth management platforms.

What type of clients does Spectrum Wealth Strategies serve within LPL Financial (LPLA)?

Spectrum Wealth Strategies serves a broad base of high-earning individuals and families focused on long-term financial growth. According to LPL Financial, the team builds comprehensive, evolving financial plans and emphasizes enduring relationships that help clients navigate changing financial needs throughout different life stages.

LPL Financial Welcomes Spectrum Wealth Strategies