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RUTH DOEPEL NAMED TO FORBES’ LIST OF TOP WOMEN WEALTH ADVISORS

Ruth Doepel, CFP®, CIMA®, of The Doepel Group located at 620 N. River Rd. Suite 108, was among the Raymond James-affiliated advisors named to the Forbes list of America’s Top Women Advisors. The list, which recognizes advisors from national, regional and independent firms, was released online April 21, 2020.

The Forbes ranking of America’s Top Women Wealth Advisors, developed by SHOOK Research, is based on an algorithm of qualitative criteria, mostly gained through telephone and in-person due diligence interviews, and quantitative data. Those advisors that are considered have a minimum of seven years’ experience, and the algorithm weights factors like revenue trends, assets under management, compliance records, industry experience and those that encompass best practices in their practices and approach to working with clients. Out of approximately 32,000 nominations, more than 1,000 advisors received the award. Portfolio performance is not a criteria due to varying client objectives and lack of audited data. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK receives a fee in exchange for rankings. This ranking is not indicative of advisor’s future performance, is not an endorsement, and may not be representative of individual clients’ experience. Neither Raymond James nor any of its Financial Advisors or RIA firms pay a fee in exchange for this award/rating. Raymond James is not affiliated with Forbes or Shook Research, LLC. Please visit https://www.forbes.com/top-women-advisors/#28abc5bd51f4 for more info.

Doepel, who joined Raymond James in 2008, has more 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. Ruth has always emphasized a comprehensive approach to financial planning that integrates cash flow management along with tax, insurance, investment, and estate planning considerations. She has particular expertise in asset allocation, manager search and selection, investment policy, and performance measurement. She, along with her team of highly competent professionals, seek to provide the most excellent service and support for their valuable clients.

About Raymond James & Associates As of 12/31/2019. Raymond James & Associates, Inc., member New York Stock Exchange/SIPC, which has built a national reputation for more than 50 years as a leader in financial planning for individuals, corporations and municipalities, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Raymond James Financial, Inc. (NYSE-RJF), a leading diversified financial services company with approximately 8,100 financial advisors throughout the United States, Canada and overseas. Total client assets are $896 billion. Additional information is available at www.raymondjames.com.