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Signature Estate & Investment Advisors (SEIA) Shines in 2025 Awards

Los Angeles, June 11, 2025 – Signature Estate & Investment Advisors (SEIA), a prominent wealth management firm based in Los Angeles, is celebrating a string of prestigious accolades received in the first half of 2025. These awards highlight the firm’s dominant position in advisor support, philanthropic contributions, client servicing, and a strong workplace culture.

Notable Nominations in Wealth Management

SEIA secured its spot as a finalist in two competitive categories at the WealthManagement.com 2025 Industry Awards, regarded as the gold standard in recognizing firms and individuals propelling advisor success:

1. Transition Support (Broker-Dealers): This acknowledgment points to the exceptional framework established by Signature Estate Securities (SES), SEIA's affiliated broker-dealer, which helps advisors navigate transitions smoothly and equips them for sustainable growth.
2. Philanthropy: SEIA’s Signature Fund for Giving received accolades for raising over $2 million in support of local youth charities in Southern California, particularly for disaster relief efforts concerning the recent wildfires in the area.

Matt Matrisian, President of SEIA, commented, “These recognitions from WealthManagement.com reflect what's at the core of SEIA—a deep commitment to our advisors, clients, and communities.”

InvestmentNews Honors SEIA for Excellence

In addition to WealthManagement.com accolades, SEIA was honored by InvestmentNews as a 2025 Excellence Awardee in two vital categories:

1. Employer of Choice: This award recognizes SEIA's exemplary workplace culture, employee retention, and investment in professional development.
2. RIA Team of the Year (Under 10 Advisors): Tom West's Northern Virginia team was honored for its outstanding client service and innovative strategies for growth.

Leadership Recognition in Pathfinder Awards

Moreover, two of SEIA's leaders earned recognition in Wealth Solutions Report's Pathfinder Awards, which celebrate professionals and executives from underrepresented backgrounds in wealth management:

• - Cameron Stagg, Director of MA, received the title of 'Black MA Executive of the Year' for spearheading SEIA’s most significant acquisition to date and promoting diversity within the financial services sector.
• - Hayley Wood Bates, Senior Financial Advisor, was named 'Philanthropy Champion of the Year,' recognizing her as a driving force behind philanthropic initiatives, especially through the Signature Fund for Giving.

“Hayley’s contributions through our Fund of Giving have been pivotal in supporting local communities following disasters. Additionally, Cameron's leadership in our strategic expansions strengthens both SEIA and the industry,” stated Brian Holmes, CEO of SEIA.

Top 50 ETF Power Users Recognition

Further solidifying its industry standing, SEIA ascended to #32 in RIA Channel's Top 50 ETF Power Users rankings. This impressive leap of 16 spots from the previous year underscores SEIA's acumen in employing ETFs to curate sophisticated investment portfolios that navigate evolving market conditions.

With a steadfast commitment to delivering innovative investment solutions and nurturing a positive culture for both clients and professionals, SEIA continues to push boundaries in the financial landscape. To learn about SEIA’s award-winning team and its investment philosophies, please visit www.seia.com.

About SEIA

Established in 1997, Signature Estate & Investment Advisors, LLC (SEIA) is a full-service investment advisory firm located in Los Angeles, California. The firm offers comprehensive investment management, financial planning, as well as estate and tax planning services. Through its broker-dealer, Signature Estate Securities, LLC (SES), SEIA provides access to a variety of financial products. With 24 offices nationwide, SEIA actively engages with the communities they serve, exemplified by its Signature Fund for Giving, which has raised over $2 million in support of youth charities in Southern California. Since 2022, SEIA has been backed by Reverence Capital, a private equity firm based in New York.