Credentials. Awards. Distinctions.
Barron’s Top 1200 State By State Advisors
1Brian has been named as a Barron's Top 1,200 State by State Advisors (2017-2023). Stephen has been named as a Barron's Top 1,200 State by State Advisors (2018-2021). 2023 Barron’s Top 1,200 State By State Advisors: Awarded March 2023; Data Compiled by Barron's based on the time period from Oct. 2021 - Sept. 2022. 2022 Barron’s Top 1,200 State By State Advisors: Awarded March 2022; Data Compiled by Barron's based on the time period from Oct. 2020 - Sept. 2021. 2021 Barron’s Top 1,200 State By State Advisors: Awarded March 2021; Data Compiled by Barron's based on the time period from Oct. 2019 - Sept. 2020. 2020 Barron’s Top 1,200 State By State Advisors: Awarded March 2020; Data Compiled by Barron's based on the time period from Oct. 2018.- Sept. 2019. 2019 Barron’s Top 1,200 State By State Advisors: Awarded March 2019; Data Compiled by Barron's based on the time period from Oct. 2017 - Sept. 2018. 2018 Barron’s Top 1,200 State By State Advisors: Awarded March 2018; Data Compiled by Barron's based on the time period from Oct. 2016 - Sept. 2017. 2017 Barron’s Top 1,200 State By State Advisors: Awarded March 2017; Data Compiled by Barron's based on the time period from Oct. 2015 - Sept. 2016 (Source: Barrons.com). The Barron’s Top 1,200 State By State Advisors ratings are based on the previous year’s assets under management, revenue generated for the advisors’ firms, and the quality of the advisors’ practices. Investment performance isn’t an explicit factor because clients have varied goals and risk tolerances. Self-completed questionnaire was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria.
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
2Stephen and Brian have been named as 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors (2018-2024). 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded April 2024; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/22 - 6/30/23 (Source: Forbes.com).2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded April 2023; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/21 - 6/30/22 (Source: Forbes.com). 2022 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded April 2022; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/20 - 6/30/21 (Source: Forbes.com). 2021 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded February 2021; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/19 - 6/30/20 (Source: Forbes.com). 2020 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded January 2020; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/18 - 6/30/19 (Source: Forbes.com). 2019 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded February 2019; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/17 - 6/30/18 (Source: Forbes.com). 2018 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: (Awarded February 2018; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/16 - 6/30/17 (Source: Forbes.com). The Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors rating algorithm is based on the previous year’s industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC. Investment performance is not a criterion. Self-completed survey was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria.
Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network Platinum Council
3Both Stephen and Brian are Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network Platinum Council for 2024. Stephen has earned the distinction of being a Platinum Council Advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network each year since 2015 and Brian has earned the distinction of being a Platinum Council Advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network each year since 2014. The Platinum Council (previously known as Premier Advisor) distinction is held be a select group of Financial Advisors within Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network as measured by completion of educational components, business production based on the past year, and professionalism. Additional criteria, best practices and team structure, may also be used to determine recipients.
Forbes Top Wealth Management Teams
4 For 2022 and 2023 The Doyle Loughman Wealth Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors was recognized as a Forbes Top Wealth Management Teams. 2023 Forbes Top Wealth Management Teams: Awarded November 2023; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 3/31/22 - 3/31/23. 2022 Forbes Top Wealth Management Teams: Awarded November 2022; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 3/31/21 - 3/31/22 (Source: Forbes.com). The Forbes Top Wealth Management Teams rating algorithm is based on the previous year’s industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC. Investment performance is not a criterion. Self-completed survey was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria.
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
5 The Doyle and Loughman Wealth Management Group has been named as a 2023 and 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Team. 2024 Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams: Awarded January 2024; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 3/31/22 - 3/31/23. 2023 Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams: Awarded January 2023; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 3/31/21 - 3/31/22 (Source: Forbes.com). The Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams rating algorithm is based on the previous year’s industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC. Investment performance is not a criterion. Self-completed survey was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria.
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM
Stephen has earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification. To earn this designation he has demonstrated skill in analyzing and developing personal long-term financial strategies. He has completed hundreds of hours of rigorous financial planning courses and examinations. These courses are then followed by a 10- hour comprehensive examination administered according to the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards.
CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ are certification marks owned by the CFP® Board. These marks are awarded to individuals who successfully complete the CFP® Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS®)
Brian Doyle, Miki Thomas (Senior Registered Client Associate) and Michele Mardanes (Senior Registered Client Associate, Office Manager) have earned the AAMS® designation by completing the required course of study encompassing investments, insurance, tax, retirement, and estate planning issues. Additionally, they passed an end-of-course examination that tested their ability to synthesize complex concepts and apply theoretical concepts to real-life situations.