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2026 Connect Money Next Generation Wealth Management Awards
Winners
- Cristina Wiebelt-Smith: Redefining Wealth Advice Through Education, Community Impact
- Jack Reifsnider: Linking Capital, Community, and Client Outcomes
- Ximena Silva-Avila: Pairing Values-Based Planning with Community Advocacy
- Scott Frazin: Blending Personal Engagement with Next Gen Advisory Approach
- Ken Vendley: Driving Growth Through Mentorship and Holistic Planning
- Michael Bueti: Scaling Growth, Innovation and Next Gen Client Engagement
- Abhishek Vakil: Aligning Personal Performance with Firmwide Growth
- John B. Petrick: Advancing Next Gen RIA Framework
- Alan Simeon: Transformation Through Growth, Innovation and Mentorship
- Julian Locke: Expanding Industry Access Through Mentorship
- Dana Hall: Redefining Wealth Creation Through Community Equity Innovation
- Alex Pape: Bringing AI, Unified Portfolios to the Advisor Desktop
- Nicholas Petrelli: Powering Growth Through Client Acquisition and Team Leadership
- Kelly Ann Winget: Challenges PE Norms With Access and Innovation
- Ashton Lawrence: Building $200M Practice Around Trust, Planning and Education
- Jacob Gurock: From Messaging to Mentorship
- Robert Howland: Modernizing a Legacy Firm While Deepening Client-Centered Advice
- Mamadou-Abou Sarr: Building $1.4B Quant Platform With High-Touch Innovation
- Collin Lyon: Rewiring Tech, Talent, and Team-Based Planning
- Lucas Mijares: Putting Values at the Center of Wealth Planning
- Danielle White: Building a One-Stop Operations Platform for Independent Advisors
- Susy Thomas: Bringing Athlete’s Discipline to Client-Centered Planning
- Rebecca Trethewey: Strengthening Platform With Retirement, Benefits Expertise
- Gautam Muthusamy: Accelerating Growth Through Personalized Advisory and Strategic Leadership
- Joseph Spina: Bridging Institutional Research and Private Wealth Advice
- Lowell Lyon: Prioritizing Simplicity in Wealth Management
- Greg Giardino: Turning Personal Experience Into Client-Focused Advisory Approach
- Hannah Forney: Guiding Families and Athletes Through Wealth Decisions
- Zach Schear: Fueling Record Growth and Transformation
- Megan Higgins: Driving Operational Innovation, Next Gen Talent Development

Lowell Lyon: Prioritizing Simplicity in Wealth Management
Ardea co-founder delivers customized advice beyond one-size-fits-all models
Lowell Lyon, partner and co-founder of Ardea Fiduciary Advisors, is helping redefine the advisory experience through a model centered on independence, clarity and long-term client relationships.
With more than 15 years of experience, Lyon has advised individuals, families and institutions on complex financial decisions, bringing a disciplined yet approachable style to wealth management. At Ardea, he has played a key role in building a platform designed to move away from standardized advice and toward more customized, client-focused solutions.
His approach emphasizes simplifying complexity—helping clients better understand their financial landscape and make informed decisions with confidence. By focusing on transparency and thoughtful planning, Lyon supports clients in navigating long-term goals while maintaining flexibility in changing market environments.
Known for his attention to detail and problem-solving mindset, Lyon integrates operational efficiency with a relatable, down-to-earth communication style. This combination has helped foster strong client relationships and a more personalized advisory experience.
Prior to co-founding Ardea, Lyon served as a vice president at Mayflower Advisors in Boston, where he further developed his expertise in portfolio management and client strategy. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in finance from University of Massachusetts Amherst.