Hudgens named to Forbes’ list of Best-in-State Wealth Advisors
NEW YORK — Morgan Stanley recently announced that Brad Hudgens, a senior vice president and financial adviser in the Firm’s Hot Springs Wealth Management office, has been named to Forbes Magazine’s 2021 list of Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, and has ranked within the top three of advisers in central Arkansas, and the highest ranking in the Hot Springs area, a news release said.
This is Hudgens’ fourth year to receive this honor.
“Forbes’ Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list comprises a select group of individuals who have a minimum of seven years of industry experience. The ranking, developed by Forbes’ partner SHOOK Research, is based on an algorithm of qualitative and quantitative data, rating thousands of wealth advisers and weighing factors like revenue trends, AUM, compliance records, industry experience and best practices learned through telephone and in-person interviews,” the release said.
“I am pleased that Brad Hudgens is representing Morgan Stanley,” said Greg Gangas, complex manager. “To be named to this list recognizes Brad’s professionalism and dedication to the needs of his valued clients.”
Hudgens, a 40-year industry veteran, is a native of Hot Springs. He returned to Arkansas after managing investment offices in Minneapolis, St. Louis and Dallas.
“I am honored and humbled by this recognition. I have always been dedicated to delivering the best investment advice and service possible. I appreciate my hardworking staff and of course my loyal clients whom have placed their trust and confidence in me. 2020 was a particularly difficult year on many fronts and I’m grateful that Forbes and Shook have valued our strengths so highly,” Hudgens said.
“Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, a global leader, provides access to a wide range of products and services to individuals, businesses and institutions, including brokerage and investment advisory services, financial and wealth planning, cash management and lending products and services, annuities and insurance, retirement and trust services,” the release said.