Our Story and Services

The Brown Wealth Management Group is a highly-experienced team that can help you build wealth, preserve assets, grow a business and help manage taxes. Our primary focus is working with successful families and businesses to define their goals and then create a financial plan and a clear process that can take them where they want to go.

Family is core to our business. In fact, we were started by a father and a son back in 2001. When you turn to us, we look out for your entire family. Our goal is to enable you to live better today and build a legacy that can span generations. We also provide Next Gen education, so that your loved ones can be better-prepared for their futures, too.

While we’re proud of being named a 2024 Forbes “Best-in-State” Wealth Management Teams, the way we measure success is by how well our clients are doing. And we must be doing something right, because they keep recommending us to their friends. That’s one of the reasons why we choose to work with only a select few clients at a time. That way we’re able to do more for each of them.

We invite you to meet with us so we can show you how we can help you get on the path to success.

2024 - Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period 3/31/22-3/31/23.
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It’s not just a financial plan. It’s a roadmap that can take you to new and exciting places.

Everything we do starts with a financial plan that's tailor-made specifically for you. We spend the time to get to know your needs for today, plus the long-term goals you've set for you and your family. By understanding your goals first, we can then back into an investment strategy designed that's unique to you.

Brown Wealth Management provides you with holistic wealth management that encompasses your assets and liabilities working towards maximum efficiency. By making your money work harder, you'll be better positioned to achieve more throughout your lifetime.

When you work with us, you'll have the global strength of Morgan Stanley working for you as well. Our firm are industry leaders in Cybersecurity and AI, including Unified Managed Accounts. While many of our competitors are still developing these types of platforms—you'll be able to harness these breakthrough innovations with us today.

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    Manage Your Wealth
    • Customized investment planning
    • Risk assessment
    • Tax-efficient asset allocation
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    Minimize Your Risk
    • Tax Management Strategies
    • Cash Management and Lending
    • Health and Life Insurance Solutions
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    Shape Your Retirement
    • Income planning and distribution
    • Social Security Analysis
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    Earn Your Trust
    • High-touch Communication Process
    • Clear Financial Goals
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    Protect Your Assets
    • Major Investments in Cybersecurity
    • Risk Assessment Tools
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    Envision Your Future
    • Unified Managed Accounts
    • Leading-edge AI Platforms

A plan that provides your loved ones with more opportunities.

Our clients are hard-working individuals who are driven by providing a better future for their families. We know that every family is different and has a unique dynamic. That's why we listen very carefully to your concerns and desires before we cater our financial advice to your specific needs.

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    Trust & Estate Planning Strategies

    We work collaboratively with your attorney to create the plan that fits your family. And for clients with highly complex estates, we can provide access to our Family Office Resources team.

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    Next Gen Education

    We provide your adult children and grandchildren with valuable lessons about money management, investing, entrepreneurship, estate planning and what it means to be the beneficiary of a trust.

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    College Planning

    We can create a tax-efficient strategy that can enable you to proactively save for your children's or grandchildren's education.

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    Divorce Planning

    One of life's biggest challenges is going through a divorce and coming out financially secure. We have the experience to help you get through this difficult time.

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    Charitable Giving

    As part of your legacy, we know how to help you maximize the impact you'll have on the causes and institutions you care about the most.

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    Lifestyle Advisory Group

    Planning for the future is important—and so is living for today. Select clients will get to experience an elite range of concierge services, including:
    • Buying, leasing, or sharing a jet
    • College and admissions counseling
    • Eldercare services
    • Experiences, Travel and Luxury Vacations
    • Tickets to Theater, Concerts and Sporting Events

We’re there for the Entire Lifecycle of Your Business

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Small business is what keeps the American economy growing strong. We're highly-experienced in every stage of a successful business—from infancy to monetization.

We understand the challenges your business may face with everything from cash flow to hiring the best talent. And we recognize that a thoughtful tax mitigation strategy can make all the difference in the world to the success of your business. From growth to succession or liquidation, we're here for you every step of the way.

Are you a business owner or professional looking for overall financial advice and guidance? We can help.

Strategic Lending

In order to grow, it's important it is to invest in your business. By getting to know your goals, we can offer the most appropriate lending solutions.

Retirement Savings Plans

We know how important retirement plans and tax benefits are for you and your employees. We can help structure a plan that meets your goals and offers the types of benefits that attract recruits and keep your employees happy.

Tax Management

We offer strategies to help you manage your tax burden and provide tax overlay tools that give you a clearer picture of your challenges—and opportunities.

Family Matters

The reason why your family's well-being is so important to us is because we're a family, too. The Brown Wealth Management Group was started by a father, Jim, and son Jamey in 2001. In fact, Jamey's mother drew up the contract that launched us. Little did we know back then that we created something new—one of the first wealth management teams in our community.

Innovation is part of our DNA. We're always looking for new ideas to make your live easier and more successful. We're pioneers in the many areas in the financial industry, including fee-based money management and retirement funding analysis.

Relationships Matter, Too.

When you work with us, you'll have a dedicated relationship manager focused on the financial well-being of you and your family. Every one of our Financial Advisors is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ™ Practitioner (CFP®) and every team member of our Family Office is committed to your success.

We schedule regular meetings and keep you informed pro-actively, instead of reactively. That way you'll always know where you stand and can feel more confident about whatever comes your way.

    Location

    5158 Village Square Drive
    Paducah, KY 42001
    US
    Direct:
    (270) 936-6948(270) 936-6948

    Meet The Brown Wealth Management Group

    About Me

    Jamey Brown is a founding member and managing partner of the team. He thrives off of working with families and business owners, while focusing on their financial planning goals. Jamey started his career at UBS and after building a successful practice there, he moved to Morgan Stanley in 2024. He is a Certified Financial Planner® and has been recognized as a Forbes Best in State Advisor from 2019 to present. He is a graduate of the University of Kentucky. Jamey volunteers with the Community Foundation of Western Kentucky and the United Way. Outside of the office he loves spending time with his wife, Jordan, and his daughter Milly. Jamey also enjoys golfing, playing tennis, and boating at the lake.

    2019-2024 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors
    Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2019-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
    Securities Agent: KS, AZ, RI, MD, CO, SC, MS, MO, AL, VA, TX, TN, OR, NY, FL, NC, MA, IL, DC, WV, VI, NV, ID, DE, ND, VT, NJ, AK, MT, NH, ME, SD, PR, NM, NE, MI, WY, KY, HI, GA, PA, IN, IA, AR, OK, MN, LA, WI, UT, WA, OH, CT, CA; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
    NMLS#: 2647871

    About Me

    Daniel manages client relationships for the team. He works directly with clients on their financial needs and manages their extensive list of retirement plans. Before joining the team in 2007, Daniel was a CPA® at Williams Williams & Lentz. He holds his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ™ designation and has been recognized as a Forbes Best in State Advisor. He is a graduate of the University of Kentucky and in his free time he enjoys spending time with family. He and his wife, Mykala, along with their two sons, Owen and Spencer, facilitate their church youth basketball program.
    2019 – 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
    Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
    Securities Agent: NC, MA, GA, CA, AZ, WI, PA, KY, IA, CO, WA, UT, TX, RI, MS, MD, HI, VA, OK, OH, NY, TN, KS, IN, AR, SC, MO, MN, CT, OR, LA, FL, DC, IL, AL; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
    NMLS#: 2647872

    About Me

    Lydia May plays an active role in developing tailor-made financial plans for clients. She believes in the power of educating them and their families about their investment decisions, so they gain greater comfort and confidence. Lydia has been in the industry for more than 35 years and was a pioneer in bringing the bank brokerage industry to the state of Kentucky. She holds her Certified Financial Planner® designation. Lydia is a graduate of Murray State University, where she also earned her MBA. She enjoys visiting her daughters in St. Louis, playing tennis and traveling the world.
    Securities Agent: CO, RI, AZ, WA, TN, OK, KS, VA, SC, PA, FL, MS, MD, MO, MN, LA, IN, UT, TX, MA, WI, OR, OH, NC, DC, CT, CA, AR, IL, HI, GA, AL, NY, KY, IA; General Securities Principal; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
    NMLS#: 2647874

    About Me

    Jason Straub takes a comprehensive approach with clients by building financial plans, progressing through investment decisions, and adjusting as client’s goals evolve and change. He began his career in the industry in 2021 at UBS. Jason holds his Certified Financial Planner® designation and is a graduate of the University of Kentucky. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Emma, playing golf and supporting all University of Kentucky athletics.
    Securities Agent: VA, MI, IN, AZ, OK, AR, TX, IL, CA, AL, RI, NC, MO, OR, OH, MN, KY, GA, DC, TN, SC, MD, IA, CO, PA, LA, KS, NY, MS, HI, WA, UT, MA, FL, CT, WI; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
    NMLS#: 2647875

    About Kristy Taliaferro

    Kristy oversees all tasks that encompass client engagement. These daily tasks translate to efficiency and effectiveness throughout the entire practice. Kristy finds that driving a superior client experience is one of the most rewarding parts of her job. She enjoys engaging with clients and genuinely gaining their trust. After 26 years in the industry, Kristy has a comprehensive understanding of the needs of successful families and business owners. She is a graduate of Murray State University and enjoys spending time with her husband, Greg, her 3 children, and her lab.

    About Adrienne Yeager

    Adrienne is dedicated to building relationships with clients and helping with their banking needs. She prides herself in always putting the client first and ensuring they have a superb experience. Before joining UBS in 2016, she was a Branch Manager for US Bank. Adrienne is a graduate of the University of Kentucky and enjoys spending time with her husband, Mark, and their two sons, Benjamin and Samuel.

    About Margaret Morris

    Margaret joins the team after years in the banking industry. She previously worked at Paducah Bank &Trust and most recently, Capstar. She’s passionate about providing superior service to clients and collaborating with team members to best address their needs. Margaret received her undergrad from the University of Mississippi and received her MBA from Murray State University. She enjoys spending time with her husband Zach, volunteering at the animal shelter, being outdoors and playing pickleball. She has two dogs named Pumba and Simba.

    About Debbie Sommer

    Debbie builds a strong foundation with clients by understanding what is important to them. She takes pride in serving clients and demonstrating how much the team values them. She has been in the industry for over 40 years. Debbie is a graduate of Paducah Community College and enjoys spending time with her family, going hiking, and is very involved in her church.

    About Melissa Breeden

    Melissa enjoys making a personalized plan when servicing each client and taking care of their specific needs. She has been in the industry for almost 40 years and prides herself on building a strong relationship with their clients. Melissa is a graduate of the University of Illinois at Champaign Urbana. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and working with the United Way of Western Kentucky.
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    Working with you to understand your life goals and develop a personalized wealth strategy. Today and for the years to come.
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    • Annuities
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    Working closely with you to guide your wealth and investments through the most challenging market cycles.
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    Family

    Creating customized financial strategies for the challenges that today’s families face.
    • Estate Planning Strategies
    • 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
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    • Trust Services
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    Helping you on key aspects of your business such as ownership, liquidity and developing opportunities.
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    Making sure your philanthropic dollars are managed with the same high quality service as the rest of your wealth.
    • Endowments
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    • Donor Advised Funds
    • Impact Investing
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