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Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC

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Client assets under management

$5,394,810,797

Clients

4,928

27% high-net-worth

Advisors

67

of 170 employees

Firm type

Multi-team

30-300 advisors or >$3B in AUM

Clients per advisor

74

High

Average account size

$1,094,726

About

Stratos Wealth Advisors serves individuals (including high‑net‑worth clients), trusts, retirement plans, not‑for‑profits, corporations and institutional clients, providing financial planning and portfolio management through advisor‑managed wrap and non‑wrap programs, third‑party investment adviser (TPIA) platforms, and outsourced CIO solutions. It also offers subscription and hourly financial planning, insurance consulting via a DPL platform, and participant/held‑away account services for employer‑sponsored plans.

Investment advice is delivered through a network of independent contractor IARs (with a limited employee IAR program) who construct customized portfolios or implement model portfolios based on client goals, risk tolerance and time horizon, and who may be granted discretionary authority for day‑to‑day management. IARs routinely use third‑party managers, model platforms and unified managed account overlays available through custodians and aggregators such as Fidelity, Schwab, Envestnet and SEI’s Independent Advisor Solutions, and have access to alternative investments via the SEI Access Marketplace and its Select List.

What distinguishes Stratos is its common ownership with SEI‑affiliated businesses following the December 3, 2025 indirect acquisition, which gives the firm integrated access to SEI Investment Management Corporation (SIMC) as an affiliated subadviser and to SEI Private Trust Company (SPTC) custody and cash sweep services. These affiliations and platform integrations (including the SEI Integrated Cash Program and Select List access) are disclosed by the firm and can affect custody status, available cash management options and the use of affiliated funds or services, considerations clients should review when evaluating Stratos’ programs.

Client services

Financial planning Portfolio management Pension consulting Selection of other advisers Educational seminars or workshops

Expertise

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax strategies for small businesses

Occupation focus

Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired

Demographic focus

Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement

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Fee options

Fixed

Flat fees for financial planning; maximum flat fee for asset management up to 2.0% of AUM

Percentage

$0+: up to 2.0% annually for advisor-managed non-wrap accounts varies - varies: 0.15% to 1.05% plus optional 0.10% tax overlay fee for SIMC Sub-Advised Program $25,000 - $250,000: varies depending on SIMC Independent Advisor Solutions programs (minimums in this range) $100,000+: minimum for Schwab Managed Account Select/Access wrap programs $5,000 - $50,000: minimum for Envestnet Fund Strategist Network $250,000+: minimum for Envestnet UMA program (may be negotiable) varies - varies: fees negotiated with each IAR for Firm Model Portfolio Program (max 0.30%)

Project-based

up to $500 per hour, may be higher in certain situations

Subscriptions

Subscription financial planning services with recurring negotiated fees paid monthly or quarterly; onboarding fees may apply

Other

Account minimum: $10,000 Fee-only: Financial planning fees are negotiable; hourly fees typically up to $500/hour; subscription fees negotiated between IAR and client, may be fixed or tiered monthly/quarterly

Main office location

Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC

3750 Park East Drive, Suite 200

Beachwood OH 44122, United States

Number of offices

31

Most active in

Alabama · Alaska · Arizona · Arkansas · California · Colorado · Connecticut · Delaware · District of Columbia · Florida · Georgia · Hawaii · Idaho · Illinois · Indiana · Iowa · Kansas · Kentucky · Louisiana · Maine · Maryland · Massachusetts · Michigan · Minnesota · Mississippi · Missouri · Montana · Nebraska · Nevada · New Hampshire · New Jersey · New Mexico · New York · North Carolina · North Dakota · Ohio · Oklahoma · Oregon · Pennsylvania · Rhode Island · South Carolina · South Dakota · Tennessee · Texas · Utah · Vermont · Virginia · Washington · West Virginia · Wisconsin · Wyoming

Disclosures

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Business activities & affiliations

Advisors at this firm

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Pierre V

Series 65

Metairie, LA

Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC

Pierre Villere II is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC since 2018 and previously held positions at Stratos Wealth Partners, LPL Financial, and Crescent Capital Consulting. Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, retirement plans, and financial institutions. The firm offers a range of investment management, financial planning, and insurance consulting services through a network of supervised investment advisory representatives using both bespoke and model portfolios.

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax strategies for small businesses Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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Tina M

Series 66

Canton, OH

Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC

Tina Migge is a financial advisor at Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC with 25 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Stratos Wealth Advisors since 2018, following prior roles at Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of her advisory work, she is involved with Generations Investment Management, focusing on life insurance in strategic positions. Stratos Wealth Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, and retirement plans. The firm offers investment management, financial planning, and insurance consulting through a network of investment advisory representatives, utilizing both affiliated and third-party subadvisers and platforms.

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax strategies for small businesses Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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Andrew S

Series 63, Series 66

Dublin, OH

Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC

Andrew Smith is a financial advisor with Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC in Dublin, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 13 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. and Tmfs Advisors, LLC. He is a 49% owner of True North Insurance Partners, which provides life and long-term care insurance. Stratos Wealth Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, and financial institutions, offering investment management, financial planning, and insurance consulting through a network of supervised independent advisory representatives. The firm utilizes both bespoke and model portfolios and collaborates with affiliated and third-party subadvisers to deliver tailored investment solutions.

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax strategies for small businesses Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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Kevin D

Series 66

Rockland, MA

Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC

Kevin Dufault is a financial advisor with Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC in Rockland, MA, holding a Series 66 designation and 11 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Stratos in 2019, he worked at Bank of America and Merrill from 2014 to 2019. He is also a partner at Veritas Boston Wealth Management, involved in investment advisory and financial planning. Stratos Wealth Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, and financial institutions, offering investment management, financial planning, and insurance consulting through a network of independent advisory representatives. The firm employs a range of advisory programs and utilizes both affiliated and third-party subadvisers and platforms to deliver customized investment solutions.

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax strategies for small businesses Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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Brian F

Series 63, Series 65

Westlake, OH

Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC

Brian Fowles is a financial advisor with Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC in Westlake, Ohio, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 25 years of industry experience. He has worked at Stratos Wealth Advisors since 2019 and previously held roles at Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. and Tmfs Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he is a managing partner at Century Wealth Partners. Stratos Wealth Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, and financial institutions, offering investment management, financial planning, and insurance consulting. The firm utilizes a network of supervised investment advisory representatives to deliver tailored investment strategies through various programs and partnerships.

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax strategies for small businesses Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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Trael R

Series 65

Franklin, TN

Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC

Trael Robertson is a financial advisor at Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC with a Series 65 credential and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Stratos Wealth Advisors, he has held roles at Flagship Financial Advisors, ALLIANCE Credit Union Texas, and various educational and business positions. Stratos Wealth Advisors serves a diverse clientele including individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, retirement plans, and financial institutions, offering investment management, financial planning, and insurance consulting through a network of independent advisory representatives.

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax strategies for small businesses Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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Jan K

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Fairfax, VA

Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC

Jan Kowal is a CFP® professional with 39 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC since 2021. His prior experience includes roles at Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C., EF Legacy Securities, Sanders Morris Harris Inc., and Edelman Financial Services. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved as a passive investor in several business ventures including an oil and lube business and a gas station with a convenience store. Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, and retirement plans, offering investment management, financial planning, and insurance consulting. The firm employs a network of supervised independent advisory representatives who utilize both bespoke and model portfolios and leverages affiliated and third-party subadvisers to deliver its services.

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax strategies for small businesses Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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Ryan P

Series 66

Las Vegas, NV

Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC

Ryan Paugh is a financial advisor at Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC with 20 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Stratos Wealth Advisors since 2017, following two years at Stratos Wealth Partners. Outside of his role at Stratos, he is the owner of Paugh LLC, a financial advising business. Stratos Wealth Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, retirement plans, and financial institutions. The firm offers investment management, financial planning, and insurance consulting through a network of supervised independent advisory representatives using both bespoke and model portfolios.

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax strategies for small businesses Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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Daniel R

CFP®, Series 66

Reno, NV

Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC

Daniel Roberts is a CFP® with 25 years of experience in financial services. He currently works at Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC and previously spent 16 years with RBC Capital Markets Corporation. Roberts serves on the board of directors and as treasurer for the Boys & Girls Club in Reno, NV. Stratos Wealth Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, and retirement plans, offering investment management, financial planning, and insurance consulting through a network of supervised investment advisory representatives. The firm utilizes both affiliated and third-party subadvisers and maintains custodial relationships with Fidelity and Schwab.

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax strategies for small businesses Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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Jason H

Series 66

Canton, OH

Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC

Jason Hostetler is a financial advisor at Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC with 21 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Generation Investment Management in life insurance strategy. Stratos Wealth Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, and retirement plans, offering investment management, financial planning, and insurance consulting through a network of investment advisory representatives. The firm utilizes both affiliated and third-party subadvisers and maintains custodial relationships with Fidelity and Schwab to deliver tailored portfolio management and advisory services.

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax strategies for small businesses Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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Eric F

Series 65

Cincinnati, OH

Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC

Eric Fessler is a financial advisor with Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC in Cincinnati, OH. He holds a Series 65 designation and has experience with firms including Aspiriant Wealth Management, 9258 Wealth Management, Constellation, and 5/3 Bank. Outside of his advisory role, he coaches soccer at Fusion FC during part of the year. Stratos Wealth Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, retirement plans, and financial institutions. The firm offers investment management, financial planning, and insurance consulting through a network of supervised independent advisory representatives, utilizing both bespoke and model portfolios along with affiliated and third-party subadvisers.

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax strategies for small businesses Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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Andrew B

Series 65

Reno, NV

Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC

Andrew Bessette is a financial advisor at Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC with a Series 65 credential and four years of industry experience. He previously worked at RBC Capital Markets and RBC Wealth Management and has a background that includes a role at Real Vision. He is also associated with Reno Tahoe Wealth Management. Stratos Wealth Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, and retirement plans, offering investment management, financial planning, and insurance consulting through a network of supervised investment advisory representatives.

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax strategies for small businesses Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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David T

CFP®, Series 63

Pepper Pike, OH

Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC

David Taucher is a CFP® with 21 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC since 2023. His prior experience includes roles at Beacon Financial Advisory LLC, Springside Partners LLC, Dakota Wealth, LLC, Sequoia Financial Group, LLC, and RAV Financial Services, LLC. Taucher also operates a registered investment advisor DBA, Pistone Wealth Advisors. Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, retirement plans, and financial institutions, offering investment management, financial planning, and insurance consulting through a network of investment advisory representatives. The firm utilizes a combination of bespoke and model portfolios with access to affiliated and third-party subadvisers, and maintains custodial relationships with Fidelity and Schwab.

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax strategies for small businesses Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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Kenneth G

Series 63, Series 65

Kennebunkport, ME

Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC

Kenneth Gimbel is a financial advisor with Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 15 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at CIBC Private Wealth Advisors, Inc., AT Investment Advisers Inc., and Geneva Investment Management of Chicago, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as president of the Cabot Cove Condo Association in Kennebunkport, ME. Stratos Wealth Advisors serves a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, and retirement plans, offering investment management, financial planning, and insurance consulting through a network of investment advisory representatives. The firm utilizes both affiliated and third-party subadvisers and provides a range of programs and platforms tailored to client needs.

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax strategies for small businesses Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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Nathan F

Series 65

Roseville, CA

Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC

Nathan Ferrante is a financial advisor at Stratos Wealth Advisors LLC with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 65 designation and has previously worked at Newport Group and Ricks and Associates. Stratos Wealth Advisors serves a diverse client base, including individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, and retirement plans, offering investment management, financial planning, and insurance consulting through a network of supervised independent advisory representatives. The firm provides a range of programs and portfolios, leveraging both affiliated and third-party subadvisers, and maintains custodial relationships with Fidelity and Schwab.

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax strategies for small businesses Founder/Business Owner Executive Retired Mid-Career Professionals Approaching retirement
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