Devin J. Garofalo earns national recognition from LPL Financial for his continued leadership, advisory excellence, and dedication to long-term client relationships.
San Diego, CA (PRUnderground) June 3rd, 2026

Devin J. Garofalo, AIF®, CEO of Colonial River Wealth Management, has been recognized as a 2025 Summit Level Advisor at LPL Financial, placing him among the top 225-ranked advisors out of more than 32,000 advisors affiliated with LPL nationwide.*
This recognition reflects Garofalo’s continued leadership, business growth, and commitment to delivering client-focused financial guidance. As part of the Summit Tier, Garofalo was invited to London to meet and collaborate with fellow top-ranked LPL advisors and members of LPL Financial’s executive leadership team.
LPL Financial is one of the largest independent broker-dealers in the United States, supporting more than 32,000 financial advisors nationwide. According to LPL Financial, the firm serves over 8 million families and reported approximately $2.4 trillion in total advisory and brokerage assets as of its latest full-year results.
“Being recognized among this group of advisors is an incredible honor,” said Devin J. Garofalo. “The Summit experience provided a meaningful opportunity to collaborate with other leading advisors and LPL executives on the future of independent wealth management. At Colonial River Wealth Management, our focus remains on helping clients make informed decisions through personalized strategies, thoughtful planning, and a long-term commitment to their financial goals.”
With more than 22 years of experience in financial services, Garofalo has established himself as a trusted advisor and accomplished leader in wealth management. As CEO of Colonial River Wealth Management, he helps clients develop customized strategies aligned with their financial goals, risk tolerance, and long-term priorities.
Garofalo’s recognition also reflects his broader involvement within the financial services industry. In addition to leading Colonial River Wealth Management, he contributes to national advisory and government relations efforts through his work with LPL Financial. His career reflects a combination of client service, business leadership, governance, and advocacy within the independent financial advice space.
The Summit Tier distinction underscores Garofalo’s continued dedication to responsible financial leadership and reinforces Colonial River Wealth Management’s commitment to providing tailored guidance for individuals, families, and business owners.
Colonial River Wealth Management is an independent advisory firm based in Midlothian, Virginia, offering comprehensive financial planning, investment management, and retirement planning services for individuals, families, and business owners. The firm focuses on personalized advice, disciplined risk management, and long-term client relationships to help clients pursue their financial goals.
For more news and information on Colonial River Wealth Management and LPL Financial, please visit colonialriver.com and lpl.com.
Securities offered through LPL Financial: Member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advice offered through Colonial River Investments, LLC. a registered investment advisor. Colonial River Wealth Management and Colonial River Investments, LLC. are separate entities from LPL Financial. * Based on annual production.
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