Raymond James welcomes Connecticut advisor managing $181 million in assets
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Raymond James recently welcomed financial advisor Russell Karpf, CPFA®, to Raymond James Financial Services (RJFS) – the firm’s independent advisor channel – according to Jilian Kolesa, Northeast regional director for RJFS.
Karpf arrives from LPL Financial, where he advised on approximately $181 million in client assets. Operating as RPK Wealth Group, based in Ridgefield, Connecticut, he provides comprehensive wealth management guidance to families, individuals, retirees and business owners, with a focus on long‑term planning and retirement income strategies. He is joined by client relationship consultant Teresa Considine.
“Joining Raymond James allows me to pair the flexibility of the independent model with the deep resources and stability of a firm that truly understands advisors,” said Karpf. “From its planning tools and technology to investment research and practice support, the advisory platform at the firm will help me deliver an elevated experience to the high-net-worth clients who entrust me with their financial future.”
Karpf began his financial services career in 1999 and joins RJFS after six years at his previous firm. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Southern Connecticut State University in addition to the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® professional designation.
About Raymond James Financial Services
Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. (RJFS), member FINRA/SIPC, is a financial services firm supporting independent financial advisors nationwide. Since 1974, RJFS provides a wide range of investment and wealth planning-related services through its affiliate, Raymond James & Associates, Inc., member New York Stock Exchange/SIPC. Both firms are wholly owned subsidiaries of Raymond James Financial, Inc. (NYSE-RJF), one of the nation’s premier diversified financial services companies with financial advisors throughout the United States, Canada and overseas. Total client assets are approximately $1.83 trillion as of Feb. 28, 2026. Additional information is available at raymondjames.com.
Securities offered through Raymond James Financial Services, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advisory services are offered through Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. RPK Wealth Group is not a registered broker/dealer and is independent of Raymond James Financial Services.