Experience

That inspires confidence

Employing a comprehensive, yet focused, approach to your financial situation, we can provide customized investment strategies designed to help you pursue your individual needs and goals. We view this as an in-depth approach to your investment and financial life – taking into account your total asset and liability needs.

James Lynn

Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

Financial Advisor

CA Insurance License - 0D38941

NMLS ID 88098

Jim takes time to understand his clients and their families well, emphasizing comprehensive Wealth Management and lifetime relationships.  He employs a goals based approach which includes retirement and education planning, wealth accumulation, insurance and estate issues, business considerations and charitable giving.  In addition to a small group of High Net Worth families, Jim serves a select group of business owners, and their associated institutions, foundations, and charities.  Jim attended the University of Kansas and received a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering.  Additionally, he received a Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) certification from IMCA after attending IMCA's Wharton Business School program.  Jim lives in Barrington, Rhode Island with his wife and children.  Supporting their community is important to Jim's family; they focus their time and efforts towards inclusion and awareness around mental health, neuro diversity, as well as inclusion for other historically excluded individuals and groups.

 

Registered States:
  • AL
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DC
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • IA
  • IL
  • KS
  • KY
  • LA
  • MA
  • MD
  • ME
  • MI
  • MO
  • NC
  • NE
  • NH
  • NJ
  • NY
  • OH
  • OR
  • PA
  • RI
  • SC
  • TX
  • UT
  • VA
  • WA
  • WI

Recognized as an industry leader:

  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in April based on information from a 12 month period ending June of the prior year.
  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.

Eligibility is based on quantitative factors and is not necessarily related to the quality of the investment advice. For more information on third party rating methodologies, please visit ubs.com/us/en/designation-disclosures

Education

  • University of Kansas, Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

Credentials

  • Certified Investment Management Analyst®
  • Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist℠
500 Exchange Street
Providence, RI 02903

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Cody Burnett

Vice President–Wealth Management

Financial Advisor

With his background as a financial planner, Cody works to deliver a comprehensive and bespoke approach to wealth management. Focused on corporate executives, business owners, and high net worth families this process considers retirement and estate planning as well as business transition, equity compensation, specialty lending, and philanthropic concerns. His ultimate aim is to give meaningful context to our client's financial decisions. Cody attended the University of Rhode Island where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Cultural Anthropology. He lives in Warren, RI with his fiancé and enjoys hiking, travel, and photography as well as getting involved in causes that he is passionate about; wildlife and the environment being at the forefront. Cody serves on the board of directors and as Treasurer for the Wildlife Clinic of Rhode Island.

Registered States:
  • AL
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DC
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • IA
  • IL
  • KS
  • KY
  • LA
  • MA
  • MD
  • ME
  • MI
  • NC
  • NE
  • NH
  • NJ
  • NY
  • OH
  • OR
  • PA
  • RI
  • SC
  • TX
  • UT
  • VA
  • WI

Recognized as an industry leader:

  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.

Eligibility is based on quantitative factors and is not necessarily related to the quality of the investment advice. For more information on third party rating methodologies, please visit ubs.com/us/en/designation-disclosures

Education

  • University of Rhode Island, Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Anthropology
500 Exchange Street
Providence, RI 02903

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Lauren Maria Brennan, MPAS, CFP, CDFA, CRPC

Vice President–Wealth Management

Financial Advisor

CA Insurance License #4098407

With 13 years of experience in the financial services industry Lauren understands that trust, communication and commitment are the foundational principles on which all relationships are built. She believes these same principles are essential to the relationship you have with your financial advisor. Lauren’s expertise comes from years of education dedicated to her practice. She has earned a Master of Science Degree in Personal Financial Planning, she is also a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ™ holding the CFP® designation and a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst®. Although Lauren services a variety of clients, working with Divorcee’s is personal for her. As a child from a divorced household she understands firsthand the financial complexities of divorce and the emotional impact it has on the family unit. Lauren is a 2005 graduate of Rhode Island College receiving a BA in History and Political Science. Lauren lives in Boston, she enjoys golfing, boating and spending time with her fur baby Lola. She also sits on the board of directors and is acting secretary for the Community Boating Center in Providence, RI. CBC is a charitable organization providing STEM programming and inclusive educational opportunities for at risk urban community youth.

 

 

Registered States:
  • AL
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DC
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • IA
  • IL
  • KS
  • KY
  • LA
  • MA
  • MD
  • ME
  • MI
  • NC
  • NE
  • NH
  • NJ
  • NY
  • OH
  • OR
  • PA
  • RI
  • SC
  • TX
  • UT
  • VA
  • WI

Recognized as an industry leader:

  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.

Eligibility is based on quantitative factors and is not necessarily related to the quality of the investment advice. For more information on third party rating methodologies, please visit ubs.com/us/en/designation-disclosures

Education

  • Rhode Island College, Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science

Credentials

  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
  • Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor
  • Certified Divorce Financial Analyst
  • Master Planner Advances Studies℠
500 Exchange Street
Providence, RI 02903

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Amy DeSantis

Client Associate

As a Client Service Associate Amy's primary focus is to deliver highly efficient operational and administrative support. Her responsibilities include acting as a liaison between clients and financial advisors and bringing a personal touch relationship management in order to better understand and serve client's needs. Amy grew up in close family of five in El Paso, Texas before relocating to Rhode Island where she earned her Master of Arts in Special & Elementary Education at Johnson & Wales University. 

Education

  • Johnson & Wales University, Master of Arts in Special & Elementary Education
500 Exchange Street
Providence, RI 02903

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