Carson Group Expands Network with New Partners in Louisiana, Arkansas 

Carson Group announced the addition of financial advisors Abigail Hollar and Drew Johnson to its network. The duo has launched independent firms in Little Rock, AR, and Prairieville, LA, respectively, bringing a combined $155 million in assets under management to the firm. 

As Carson partners, the advisors will tap into the firm’s comprehensive suite of resources, including startup services and branding support tailored for new business owners. 

“…I chose to partner with Carson Group for its breadth of services that will help me expand my offering to clients,” said Hollar, who founded Hollar Wealth with the move from Conger Wealth Management. 

Johnson, formerly at Ameriprise, has launched ThrivePoint Capital. Reflecting on his decision, Johnson noted, “After 15 years in the industry, I was ready to venture out and become a business owner.” With Carson’s backing, he now enjoys enhanced technological options, particularly leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) in his practice. 

The latest deal follows Omaha-based Carson Group’s acquisition of a Roseville, CA-based advisory practice led by Jerod Wurm and Casey Frye who oversee $365 million in assets. Prior to that deal, the firm announced it will fully acquire its Carson Wealth Chicago office, a $1 billion firm with five locations in the Chicago area and over 15 advisors.  

The firm also announced its new Carson Tax Strategy program for financial advisors and welcomed $385 million wealth manager Taylor Financial as a partner. Carson group also recently announced it fully acquired Carson Wealth Cedar Rapids, including their Las Vegas office. The newly formed location will manage approximately $1 billion in client assets.    

Carson Group manages nearly $41 billion in assets and serves more than 52,000 client families among its advisory network of over 150 partner offices, including more than 50 Carson Wealth locations.