Patti Brennan Ranks # 15 in Forbes Top 100 Women W

WEST CHESTER, Pa., March 06, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- President and CEO Patricia C. Brennan, CFP®, CFS of Key Financial, Inc. has been named one of America’s Top 100 Women Wealth Advisors by Forbes magazine.  The Forbes ranking of America’s Top Women Wealth Advisors is based on an algorithm of qualitative and quantitative data, rating thousands of wealth advisors with a minimum of seven years of experience.

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A key member of the team, Bernadette Hunter, responded to the news by saying, “Among many things, Patti’s recognition across all boards is what sets her apart from the crowd. I believe it says something important that three separate well respected organizations, using different algorithms and methodology, chose Patti Brennan to include in their ranks in the Top 100 in America.”

Brennan has also been recognized by Barron’s for the past ten years as one of the Top 100 Women Financial Advisors in America and also one of the Top 1200 Financial Advisors in America.  Once again, Financial Times ranked Brennan as a Top 400 Advisor as well.

On a local level, Brennan proudly serves on the Board for the YMCA of Greater Brandywine and Cuddle My Kids.  She has formerly served on the Boards of the Chester County Economic Development Council, SEEDCO and Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital.  As the President and CEO of Key Financial for more than 28 years, Brennan provides comprehensive wealth management with integrated strategies that are unique to each client.  Known for her ability to see the impact of the “little details” on the big picture, Brennan is known for communicating complex financial concepts in simple, understandable and meaningful terms.

Brennan is quick to credit her “deep bench” in providing client satisfaction that exceeds expectation.  “I have a brilliant and dedicated team, and recognize that financial planning needs change in various seasons of life.  As the family’s trusted advisor, we serve those who want to improve their net worth.”

Key Financial, Inc. provides comprehensive financial planning and wealth management services and is located at 1045 Andrew Drive Suite A West Chester, PA.  For information about the firm’s planning services or to speak with Patti Brennan, call (610)429-9050 or visit www.keyfinancialinc.com .

Securities offered through Royal Alliance Associates, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. Insurance services offered through Patricia Brennan are independent of Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. Advisory services offered through Key Financial, Inc., a registered investment advisor not affiliated with Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. *The Forbes ranking of America's Top Wealth Advisors, is based on an algorithm of qualitative and quantitative data, rating thousands of wealth advisors with a minimum of seven years of experience and weighing factors like revenue trends,  assets under management, compliance records, industry experience and best practices learned through telephone and in-person interviews. There is no fee in exchange for rankings.

The Financial Times Top 400 Financial Advisors is an independent listing produced by the Financial Times (March, 2016). The FT 400 is based on data gathered from firms and verified by broker-dealer home offices, regulatory disclosures, and the FT’s research. The listing reflects each advisor’s performance in six primary areas, including assets under management, asset growth, compliance record, experience, credentials and accessibility as identified by the FT. Neither the brokerages nor the advisors pay a fee to The Financial Times in exchange for inclusion in the FT 400.

The “Barron’s Winner’s Circle Top 1200” is a select group of individuals who are screened on a number of different criteria. Among the factors that advisors are assessed include their assets under management, revenues, the quality of service provided to clients, and their adherence to high standards of industry regulatory compliance. Portfolio performance is not a factor. Please see  www.barrons.com  for more information.  The “Barron’s Winner’s Circle Top 100” is a select group of individuals who are screened on a number of different criteria. Among factors the survey takes into consideration are the overall size and success of practices, the quality of service provided to clients, adherence to high standards of industry regulatory compliance, and leadership in “best practices” of wealth management. Portfolio performance is not a factor. Please see  www.barrons.com  for more information.

Contact: Bernadette Hunter Director of Communications (610)429-9050 bernadette@keyfinancialinc.com