Lynn Schmidt Attends National Industry Conference For Independent Financial Advisors

June 25, 2019 - PRLog -- AUBURNDALE, Fla. – Lynn A. Schmidt attended CONNECT2019 - HD Vest Investment Service's^® annual national conference. The independent broker-dealer hosted more than 1,000 Advisors, exhibitors, and other partners for the June conference in Seattle, where HD Vest's unique focus on integrating other services into wealth management was the highlight.

CONNECT2019 gave Advisors a one-of-a-kind opportunity to network with industry thought leaders, participate in educational workshops, and attend breakout sessions to discuss how to elevate their clients' experience.

"It was an honor to attend CONNECT2019. The conference was an invaluable resource for networking with peers and interacting directly with HD Vest executives and industry experts. We shared best practices about investment advice, and discussed different ways to grow our individual businesses," said Lynn Schmidt.

"Our industry is constantly changing, and the ways in which our Advisors grow their businesses are just as dynamic," said Enrique Vasquez, President of HD Vest. "We are excited to support our Advisors with the tools and services needed to provide their clients with the best advice as they expand and grow their business."

About HD Vest Financial Services^®

Since its inception in 1983, HD Vest Financial Services^® has supported an independent network of tax and non-tax professionals who provide comprehensive financial services including securities, insurance, money management services, and banking solutions. Ranked as one of the top 15 independent broker-dealer firms,¹ we have over 3,500 independent contractors, who manage over $45 billion in assets for individuals, families and small businesses in all 50 states.<sup>2

1</sup>Think Advisor 2019 Broker-Dealer Reference Guide, which measured/ranked the top 25 independent broker-dealers by annual revenue.

²As of June 5, 2019

HD Vest Financial Services^® is the holding company for the group of companies providing financial services under the HD Vest name. Securities offered through HD Vest Investment Services^®, Member FINRA/SIPC, Advisory services offered through HD Vest Advisory Services^®, Insurance services offered through HD Vest Insurance Agency LLC, 6333 N. State Highway 161, Fourth Floor, Irving, TX 75038, (972) 870-6000.