Southington Native Operating South Windsor Financial Office Earns Major Business Award

SOUTHINGTON/SOUTH WINDSOR, CT — Southington native Dean Spada has been named an Excellence Awardee for Advisor of the Year in the Northeast region by InvestmentNews, a national publication covering the financial advisory industry.

Spada is the founder and managing director of Kingston Wealth Management Group, which is based in South Windsor.

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The Investment News Awards recognize financial advisors from across the United States for achievements in wealth management, financial planning, client service and industry leadership.

The Advisor of the Year award honors advisors representing firms of varying sizes and business models.

According to InvestmentNews, candidates are evaluated on business development, client retention, investment knowledge, educational contributions to the industry, community involvement, mentorship and regulatory compliance.

“I am truly honored to be recognized by InvestmentNews alongside so many exceptional advisors across the country,” Spada said in a statement.

“This award reflects the trust my clients place in me every day, and the incredible team that supports the work we do together,” he said. “My goal has always been to go beyond managing portfolios and to be a genuine partner in helping clients navigate life's most important financial decisions.”

Spada said the recognition reinforces his commitment to client service.

“Being named an Excellence Awardee reaffirms that commitment and inspires me to continue raising the bar for what exceptional client service looks like in our industry,” he said.

InvestmentNews described the award as one of the profession's highest honors, recognizing advisors who demonstrate excellence across multiple areas of the financial advisory business.

Spada will be recognized at the InvestmentNews Awards ceremony on June 24 at the Edison Ballroom in New York City.

A Southington resident, Spada has built his career in the financial services industry while remaining active in community and charitable initiatives throughout the region.

The InvestmentNews recognition places him among a select group of advisors honored for their professional accomplishments and leadership within the industry.