Pedersen Named Dir. Financial Ops & HR at WH based Northstar

Northstar Wealth Partners (NSWP), a respected financial and wealth management firm headquartered in West Hartford Connecticut, with six offices throughout the state, announced today the appointment of Stacy D. Pedersen as their Director of Financial Operations & Human Resources. Stacy joins the firm with over ten-years of proven accounting and human resources experience, for accounting, human resources and specialized industry focused organizations. Stacy’s proactive nature, innovative platform analysis and proven track record of success in finance and complex human resources. Northstar Wealth Partners, is powered by LPL Financial the largest independent broker dealer* in the country. Northstar is acknowledged by LPL Financial, as their largest affiliated independent wealth management firm in the state of Connecticut.

Ranked 4th largest Registered Investment Advisory Firm in Greater Hartford by Hartford Business Journal, Northstar Wealth Partners is one the Hartford Region’s fastest growing private companies that have experienced phenomenal revenue, job growth, workforce development and sustainability.** Northstar is honored to be the desired affiliation for some of the most widely known and respected financial and investment management professionals practicing today.

Robert Laraia, Founding Partner of NorthStar had this to say about Stacy, “She has a unique combination of skills that make her an ideal fit for a firm like Northstar. She puts clients and her colleagues first in every decision she makes. Stacy brings an important scope of experience while simultaneously capitalizing on the latest technology and forward-looking solutions that will define the future of our industry. We are excited to have Stacy on our team, as it helps us to seek objective and meaningful solutions to the opportunities and challenges ahead. ”

Prior to assuming her role with Northstar Stacy served as the Senior Accountant and Benefits Coordinator for American Nuclear Insurers. Before that she was affiliated with H & R Block as a Level II Tax Specialist. Stacy also has accounts receivables experience, having worked for XSE Group, Inc.

Stacy is a graduate of the University of St. Joseph in West Hartford, where she earned her Bachelors of Science in Accounting. In her free time Stacy is taking golf lessons and looks forward too many future rounds on the courses throughout the state. She is an active member of the Emerging Leaders Society for the United Way of Hartford. Always seeking opportunities to further her education, Stacy is also enrolled in MBA classes at the University of Connecticut. She resides in East Hampton, Connecticut with her husband and two children.

About Northstar Wealth Partners

Northstar Wealth Partners is a full-service, wealth management firm located in West Hartford, Connecticut. They currently employ nineteen Partners, and five, full-time staff members, all who serve the financial needs of small business owners, senior executives, experienced professional, retirees and successful families. The firm provides retirement, investment, business succession, estate, charitable giving, and financial planning advice, strategies and product solutions to their growing clientele. All advisors are accepting new clients, and complimentary consultations are available by appointment.

Securities offered through LPL Financial, member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advice offered through Northstar Wealth Partners, a Registered Investment Advisor and a separate entity from LPL Financial.

*As reported in Financial Planning Magazine, June 1996-2017, based on total revenue

**The 2013 Business Champions Awards recognized privately held companies that have demonstrated best practices and significant achievements in one or more of the following: revenue growth, innovation, workforce development, sustainable practices and best new launch or start-up. Award Criteria: Must be a privately-held company or standalone division of a privately-held company in the state of Connecticut. Must have been in business for three full fiscal years and must be a for-profit company or organization.