MINNEAPOLIS (August 11, 2026) — RBC Wealth Management–U.S., one of the nation’s largest full-service wealth management firms, today announces that 50 of its financial advisors have earned a place on Forbes | SHOOK Best-in-State Next-Gen Wealth Advisors list for 2026.
Micah Williams of the Rapid City branch and Blake Rusk and Wes Pruitt of the Houston Memorial branch were also recognized on the Forbes | SHOOK Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors list, which includes the top 100 advisors under 40 in the nation.
The annual award recognizes top financial advisors at national, independent, regional and bank broker-dealers from across the country that were born in 1987 or later. The ranking is based on interviews, professional credentials, advisor’s compliance records, firm recognition and assets under management.
“I’m proud to recognize our RBC Wealth Management financial advisors who made the Forbes | SHOOK Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-In-State list,” said Michael Armstrong, CEO of RBC Wealth Management–U.S. “This recognition reflects their innovative approach to wealth management and unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional client service as they lead our industry forward.”
This year’s RBC Wealth Management honorees are:
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Riham Feshir, RBC Wealth Management, 952-529-6256, riham.feshir@rbc.com
The 2026 Forbes “America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors” award was announced August 2026. Data as of 3/31/2026. Forbes/SHOOK considered advisors born in 1987 or later with a minimum 4 years’ experience. Ranking is based on telephone and in-person interviews, professional credentials, advisor’s compliance records, firm recognition, and assets under management. Investment performance was not considered, and this ranking is not indicative of future advisor performance or any one client’s experience. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. For more information, visit www.SHOOKresearch.com.The 2026 Forbes “Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-In-State” award was announced August 2026. Data as of 3/31/2026. Forbes/SHOOK considered advisors born in 1987 or later with a minimum 4 years’ experience. Ranking is based on telephone and in-person interviews, professional credentials, advisor’s compliance records, firm recognition, and assets under management. Investment performance was not considered; and this ranking is not indicative of future advisor performance or any one client’s experience. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. For more information, visit www.SHOOKresearch.com.
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