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Cetera Financial Welcomes Tucker Bria Wealth Strategies Team

Cetera Financial Group has recently embraced financial advisors Jim Tucker, CFP®, CRPS®, and Patrick Bria, along with their team at Tucker Bria Wealth Strategies. This team brings with it an impressive oversight of approximately $420 million in assets under administration (AUA). The transition marks a significant step in the evolution of their practice, which is rooted in Durham, North Carolina, and has been flourishing since their establishment in 2013. Notably, Tucker and Bria, friends since adolescence in Pittsburgh, share a rich history, having been former teammates on the Duke University varsity swim team.

The decision to join Cetera's Summit Financial Networks community was not made lightly. After more than a decade spent at Commonwealth Financial Network, the pair sought a new partner capable of providing the high-touch service, flexibility, and operational autonomy they value. Cetera emerged as the ideal choice, meeting their criteria for continuity in client service, as they were keen on maintaining their existing custodian, Fidelity's NFS.

Moreover, the distinct flexibility offered by Cetera allowed the Tucker Bria team to integrate third-party technology, which had become critical to their operational frameworks during their tenure at Commonwealth. This vital feature ensures that they can maintain their established business model while benefiting from Cetera's robust infrastructure, products, services, and innovative technology designed to enhance their practice.

“We were deliberate about choosing our next partner,” noted Tucker, emphasizing the need for a firm capable of supporting their compliance, technology, and back-office needs without imposing a new operational model. “Summit has a clear reason for existing, just like our previous firm, which was equally important to us.” The firm fosters a personalized approach centered around strong relationships, ensuring that they provide financial planning tailored to each family's unique circumstances through regular client meetings and communication.

Bria added, “We encourage our team to truly care for our clients, not merely for the wealth they’ve entrusted to us, but because we hold ourselves to a high standard.” This philosophy translates into a long-lasting commitment to their clients, which is particularly vital because many have been with Tucker Bria since the firm's inception.

Next-Generation Team Contributions

Aligned with their future vision, the firm's next-generation advisors play a pivotal role in relationships with second- and third-generation sophisticated clients. Leading this team are advisors such as Josh Polidori, CFP®, CPFA®, Chris Bleeker, and Taylor Clement, CFP®, all dedicated to building lasting connections with clients from early interactions.

In a personal endeavor, Tucker has authored Family, Legacy, Wealth: How to Nurture and Grow Your Family Orchard, a resource designed to assist families in defining and preserving their legacies beyond mere financial wealth.

Tom Halloran, Cetera's Advisor Channel Leader, expressed enthusiasm about welcoming the Tucker Bria team, stating, “Jim and Pat have built something remarkable – a client-centered practice that possesses a dynamic next-generation advisory strategy. We are excited to support them in continuing to expand their impactful legacy for many more years.”

About Cetera Financial Group

Cetera stands out in the financial services landscape as a premier Wealth Hub. The firm empowers independent advisors and institutions with tailored support, flexible business models, and comprehensive growth solutions. With a community of approximately 12,000 financial professionals, Cetera's multi-channel ecosystem facilitates practices aiming to grow or transition their businesses on their own terms without conforming to traditional investment restrictions.

As of March 31, 2026, Cetera has amassed around $630 billion in assets under administration and manages approximately $296 billion in assets. Their exceptional commitment to advisor satisfaction is substantiated by a remarkable rating of 4.7 out of 5, driven by nearly 50,000 advisor reviews and over 43,000 five-star ratings. To learn more, visit Cetera's website and follow them on platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.