Equitable Advisors welcomes a pair of experienced advisors with more than $200 million in client assets
November 25, 2024
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New York, New York – November 25, 2024 – Equitable, a leading financial services organization and principal franchise of Equitable Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EQH), today announced that experienced advisors, Christoper Comer, CFP® and Andrew Minker, have joined its wealth management business, Equitable Advisors.
Comer moved to Equitable Advisors from Edward Jones, where he managed $125 million in client assets. Based in Hallsville, Texas, Comer has more than a decade of experience. His practice, Sentry Wealth Group, serves the financial planning needs of individuals, families and small businesses. Comer was attracted to Equitable Advisors for its client-centric focus.
“Equitable Advisors stood out from other firms I was considering because the leaders took the time to understand what matters most to my clients,” said Comer. “In particular, Equitable Advisors’ open-architecture platform gives me a wide range of products and strategies to tailor recommendations to my clients’ individual needs.”
Minker joined Equitable Advisors from Ameriprise, where he oversaw nearly $100 million in client assets. He is based in Campbell, California, and brings more than 25 years of industry experience. Minker was drawn to Equitable Advisors for its support and resources to build a team.
“After decades of working as a solo financial advisor, I am now focused on building a team for continuity,” said Minker. "Equitable Advisors’ dedication to recruiting and developing early career advisors gives me access to a talent pool to expand my practice, allowing me to deliver the care and expertise my clients have come to expect, both now and in the future.”
With more than $100 billion in assets under administration,1 Equitable Advisors has approximately 4,400 financial professionals across the country. Experienced advisors who join Equitable Advisors benefit from the firm’s supported independence model, which provides robust capabilities, resources and an unparalleled operational infrastructure. This includes an open-architecture platform, leading technology, marketing tools and real estate, as well as support with succession planning, team formation and compliance.
About Equitable
Equitable, a principal franchise of Equitable Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EQH), has been one of America’s leading financial services providers since 1859. With the mission to help clients secure their financial well-being, Equitable provides advice, protection and retirement strategies to individuals, families and small businesses. Equitable has more than 8,000 employees and Equitable Advisors financial professionals and serves 3 million clients across the country. Please visit equitable.com for more information.
1 Equitable Holdings Third Quarter 2024 financial results
Reference to the 1859 founding applies specifically and exclusively to Equitable Financial Life Insurance Company (Equitable Financial) (NY, NY).
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