
For more information, contact:
Rob Donaldson at 314-326-4483 or
rob.donaldson@benjaminfedwards.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
ST. LOUIS, Sept. 11, 2026 – St. Louis-based wealth-management firm Benjamin F. Edwards welcomes Craig Blum, CFP®, Managing Director-Investments, to its Northfield, NJ location. Joining Benjamin F. Edwards from UBS Financial Services, Blum has more than 27 years of experience in the financial services industry, including prior tenures with A.G. Edwards/Wachovia/Wells Fargo. Also joining him is Senior Registered Financial Client Associate Steven Michalkowski.
“We take enormous pride in welcoming this new advisor to our ever-growing Edwards family,” said Tad Edwards, Chairman, CEO and President of Benjamin F. Edwards.
As an advisor, Craig values delivering innovative financial strategies that have a meaningful impact on his clients’ lives.
Edwards has continued to expand its presence across the U.S. by adding experienced advisors to its full-service and independent business platforms.
About Benjamin F. Edwards
Benjamin F. Edwards is a privately held, innovative wealth management firm with 100+ locations coast-to-coast in 36 states and more than $56 billion* in assets under management. Tracing its roots to A.G. Edwards, the Edwards family legacy in the wealth management industry spans nearly 140 years over six generations. Advisors at Benjamin F. Edwards provide holistic wealth management, helping clients build the future they want on a foundation of trust, integrity and mutual respect — principles that have guided the firm for generations. For more information, visit benjaminfedwards.com.
*As of 9/11/26
5893802 Exp. 09/30/2027