The annual award honors outstanding dedication to clients, leadership, and community.

PHILADELPHIA – Janney Montgomery Scott LLC, a leading full-service wealth management and investment banking firm, is proud to announce that Jimmy McKenna, Executive Vice President/Wealth Management, has been named the firm's Financial Advisor of the Year. This prestigious award recognizes an advisor who exemplifies exceptional client service, leadership, and commitment to the community.

Jimmy leads McKenna Family Wealth Management, a seven-person team based in Hingham, Massachusetts, and serves as Complex Director for Janney’s South Shore Complex, overseeing the Falmouth, Hingham, and Osterville branch offices.

“Congratulations to Jimmy. For more than 30 years, he has set the standard for leadership, mentorship, and exceptional client service at Janney,” said Kevin Reed, President of the firm’s Private Client Group. “His planning-first approach, relentless focus on building lasting relationships, and ability to develop talent have made a tremendous impact on his team and the entire firm. He is a positive influence on our culture, consistently leading by example and inspiring those around him. We are honored to recognize him as our 2024 Financial Advisor of the Year.”

Throughout his distinguished career, Jimmy has helped shape a high-performing, client-centric practice delivering comprehensive wealth management solutions and outstanding leadership.  His dedication to personalized service and long-term client success has led to significant practice growth, strengthening generational relationships and positioning his team as trusted advisors within their community.

Beyond his professional achievements, Jimmy is a committed family man – spending an abundance of time with his wife, seven children and one grandbaby.  Jimmy is also deeply committed to giving back. His team actively supports many charitable initiatives, including supporting an annual tribute show benefiting local nonprofits, which they invite clients to attend. He also loves to volunteer at Matthew’s Kitchen, a community organization focused on addressing food insecurity, and proudly sponsors Silver Lake Regional High School’s women’s golf team, promoting youth engagement in sports.

“This recognition is truly about our clients and the trust they place in us every day. Everything we do is centered on them, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to help them achieve their financial goals,” said Jimmy. “I feel incredibly fortunate to work at a firm work that supports me and our talented team. I want to especially thank my team for their dedication and commitment—this honor is a reflection of all of our efforts together.”

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