Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services (WEAS), the Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) arm of Wealth Enhancement Group, is pleased to announce it has been ranked #9 in the 2021 edition of Barron’s Top 100 RIA Firms.* This year marks the firm’s third consecutive appearance on the Barron’s list. WEAS was previously placed at #11 in 2020 and #12 in 2019.

Jeff Dekko, Chief Executive Officer of Wealth Enhancement Group said, “We are honored that WEAS continues to be recognized by Barron’s and has consistently moved up in the ranking each year. This recognition is indicative of our accelerated growth as we seek to build the top RIA platform in the industry. Through a highly successful acquisition strategy, we continue to build scale in local markets and hire talented people with a passion for serving our clients because, at the end of the day, it’s all about our clients.”

Mr. Dekko continued, “Our commitment to clients has always been to simplify their financial lives and help ensure each financial plan is considered from every angle. Clients come to us, and stay with us, because we enable them to make more confident decisions and be less stressed about their finances.”

About the Selection Process

The ranking is based on both qualitative and quantitative factors including assets under management, revenue, regulatory record, staffing levels and diversity, technology spending, succession planning, and more. RIA firms applied for consideration, having met a minimum set of criteria. There are no fees required of RIAs that apply for the Top RIA list. Learn more about the methodology behind the Barron’s Top Advisor lists here.

About Wealth Enhancement Group

Wealth Enhancement Group is a Greater Minneapolis-based independent wealth management firm offering comprehensive and customized financial planning and investment management services. Established in 1997, Wealth Enhancement Group uses a team approach with a focus on simplifying their clients’ financial lives and has offices nationwide. For more information, please visit www.wealthenhancement.com.

Contact information:

Michelle Kaplan, Senior Communications Specialist, Wealth Enhancement Group

631-777-1030

mkaplan@wealthenhancement.com

*Awarded on 9/20/21, 9/11/20 and 9/13/19 for the one-year period ending June 30th of the ranking year.