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In the early 1990s, the seeds of Christopher Edwards Financial Associates were sown when Chris Kenneally joined forces with longtime friend Ed Naphor in the insurance industry. This partnership marked the beginning of a transformative journey into financial services, where the two quickly emerged as well-regarded professionals in the space. Their success was initially under the traditional large-cap insurance company model, but Chris and Ed were pioneers with a vision. They wanted to move towards a more client-centered approach. This vision led to the creation of their own financial services firm in 2008, adopting a fee-based fiduciary.

Since its founding, Christopher Edwards Financial Associates has distinguished itself as a valued partner who strives to prioritize client welfare above all else. Our approach is predominantly fee based, which helps to minimize conflicts of interest, and allows us to align our goals directly with those of our clients. We later transitioned to a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) model, through Fortis Wealth Group Advisors LLC, which further empowered our team to tailor financial planning services to each client’s unique needs under a more flexible and client-centered regulatory environment.

During the 2008 global financial crisis, our prudent and proactive strategies helped shield our clients’ investments from the significant downturns of the broader market. We continued to build the business through personalized service and client referrals, expanding our reach and deepening our commitment to multigenerational wealth management.

The addition of Christopher M. Kenneally to the firm in 2013, followed by Christine Cox-West in 2018, marked a significant expansion of Christopher Edwards Financial Associates’ services when our scope broadened to include a more comprehensive approach to financial advisory. By bringing together holistic financial planning from foundation to execution, we aim to ensure every aspect of clients’ unique financial plans aligns with their life, goals, and circumstances.

The enduring success of Christopher Edwards Financial Associates has always been a family-driven effort. A key figure throughout the firm’s rich history is Eva Rullo-Naphor, Ed’s devoted wife, who has been actively involved since day one. Initially, Eva played an instrumental role in supporting Ed and his endeavors in expanding the business while managing her own wealth management clients. After Ed’s passing in 2020, she stepped into his role as a partner, demonstrating resilience and leadership during a pivotal time. Their sons, Ed Jr. and Eric, joined the firm in 2018 and 2021, respectively, further cementing the firm’s legacy of family-driven success and dedication to client-focused financial guidance.

Today, Christopher Edwards Financial Associates is a symbol of integrity. When you work with us, you get more than a partner with expertise in wealth management and financial planning; you get a team of human beings who draw on their own personal experiences and firsthand understanding of life’s challenges and opportunities to provide you with empathetic, tailored advice and services. Our practice is built on the foundation of genuine care for your family's well-being, striving to address your financial needs with as much consideration and concern as we do our own loved ones. With that, you gain confidence that your financial health is in caring hands while you focus on enjoying the life you've worked hard to build.

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