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SJS Investment Services Recognized In The Forbes / SHOOK 2025 List Of America's Top RIA Firms

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in the Forbes / SHOOK 2025 list of America’s Top RIA (Registered Investor Advisor) Firms.

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in the Forbes / SHOOK 2025 list of America’s Top RIA (Registered Investment Advisor) Firms.[1]

“The fourth annual Forbes/SHOOK Top RIA list highlights firms with proven records of safeguarding and growing client wealth,” the publisher writes in its introduction to this year’s Top RIA Firms webpage.[1]

“This honor is a testament to the trust our clients place in us and the dedication of our team. As we celebrate 30 years, we remain committed to guiding families and businesses with clarity and purpose,” says SJS Founder & CEO Scott J. Savage.

As detailed on the methodology webpage, the Forbes / SHOOK 2025 list of America’s Top RIA Firms, developed by SHOOK Research, is based on an algorithm of qualitative criteria, mostly gained through telephone, virtual and in-person due diligence interviews, and quantitative data. The algorithm weighs factors like revenue trends, assets under management, compliance records, industry experience and those that encompass best practices and approach to working with clients.

Portfolio performance is not a criterion due to varying client objectives and lack of audited data. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK Research receive a fee in exchange for rankings. SHOOK Research received 50,063 nominations based on thresholds, invited 28,522 firms to complete their online survey, performed 24,647 telephone interviews, conducted 6,781 in-person interviews at advisors’ location, and conducted 1,596 virtual interviews. Additional information about the list methodology can be found on the Forbes website.[2]

In April and July 2025, SJS Investment Services responded to an email survey provided by SHOOK Research, providing quantitative information including AUM size, revenue, typical client relationship size, and minimum account size for new business. Neither SJS Investment Services nor any of its employees provided any payment to Forbes or SHOOK Research in exchange for rankings.

If you would like to learn more about how the SJS team works with families, business owners, and institutions, please feel free to reach out to us. We are always here to listen and assist.


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[1] “America’s Top RIA Firms”. Sergei Klebnikov & SHOOK Research, 01-Oct-2025, forbes.com.

[2] “Methodology: America’s Top RIA Firms 2025”. R.J. Shook, 01-Oct-2025, forbes.com.

There is no guarantee investment strategies will be successful. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Diversification neither assures a profit nor guarantees against a loss in a declining market. Advisory services are provided by SJS Investment Services, a registered investment advisor (RIA) with the SEC. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training.


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SJS Investment Services Recognized In CNBC's 2024 FA 100 List

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in CNBC’s 2024 FA 100 list, an annual ranking of registered investment advisory (RIA) firms within the USA.

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in CNBC’s 2024 FA 100 list, an annual ranking of registered investment advisory (RIA) firms within the United States.[1]

“The faith, commitment, and loyalty you have demonstrated as clients over the last 29 years has made this recognition possible! Thank you!” says SJS Founder & CEO Scott J. Savage.

CNBC enlisted data provider AccuPoint Solutions to assist with the ranking of registered investment advisors for the 2024 FA 100 list. The methodology consisted of first analyzing a variety of core data points from AccuPoint Solutions’ proprietary database of registered investment advisors. This analysis started with an initial list of 40,896 RIA firms from the Securities and Exchange Commission regulatory database. Through a process by CNBC and AccuPoint Solutions, the list was eventually cut to 903 RIAs with those firms meeting CNBC’s proprietary criteria. CNBC staff sent an email survey to all those firms that met the initial criteria to gather more details. The CNBC team verified that data with the SEC regulatory database. CNBC. CNBC and AccuPoint also considered additional information including the advisory firm’s regulatory/compliance record, number of years in the business, number of certified financial planners, number of employees, number of investment advisors registered with the firm, the ratio of investment advisors to total number of employees, total assets under management, percentage of discretionary assets under management, total accounts under management, number of states where the RIA is registered, and country of domicile. AccuPoint once again applied CNBC’s proprietary weighted categories to further refine and rank the firms, ultimately creating the list of the top 100 firms. CNBC receives no compensation from placing financial advisory firms on their list. Neither SJS Investment Services nor any of its employees provided any payment to CNBC or AccuPoint in exchange for rankings. Additionally, an advisor’s appearance on this ranking does not constitute an individual endorsement by CNBC of any firm. Further methodology information can be found on the CNBC website.[1][2]

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[1] “FA 100: CNBC ranks the top-rated financial advisory firms of 2024”. CNBC.com Staff, 02-Oct-2024, cnbc.com.

[2] “Here’s how we determine the FA 100 ranking for 2024“. CNBC.com Staff, 02-Oct-2024, cnbc.com.

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SJS Investment Services Recognized In The Forbes / SHOOK 2024 List Of America's Top RIA Firms

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in the Forbes / SHOOK 2024 list of America’s Top RIA (Registered Investor Advisor) Firms.

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in the Forbes / SHOOK 2024 list of America’s Top RIA (Registered Investment Advisor) Firms.[1]

“The faith, commitment, and loyalty you have demonstrated as clients over the last 29 years has made this recognition possible! Thank you!” says SJS Founder & CEO Scott J. Savage.

In its introduction to this year’s Top RIA Firms webpage, the publisher affirmed, “The third annual Forbes/Shook Top RIA list highlights firms that have strong track records when it comes to stewarding client wealth and preserving it for the long term.”[1]

As detailed on the methodology webpage, the Forbes / SHOOK 2024 list of America’s Top RIA Firms, developed by SHOOK Research, is based on an algorithm of qualitative criteria, mostly gained through telephone, virtual and in-person due diligence interviews, and quantitative data. The algorithm weighs factors like revenue trends, assets under management, compliance records, industry experience and those that encompass best practices and approach to working with clients. Portfolio performance is not a criterion due to varying client objectives and lack of audited data. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK Research receive a fee in exchange for rankings. SHOOK Research received 46,212 nominations based on thresholds, invited 25,103 firms to complete their online survey, performed 21,417 telephone interviews, conducted 5,246 in-person interviews at advisors’ location, and conducted 1,545 virtual interviews. Additional information about the ranking methodology can be found on the Forbes website.[2]

In May 2024 and August 2024, SJS Investment Services responded to an email survey provided by SHOOK Research, providing quantitative information including AUM size, revenue, typical client relationship size, and minimum account size for new business. Neither SJS Investment Services nor any of its employees provided any payment to Forbes or SHOOK Research in exchange for rankings.

If you would like to learn more about how the SJS Team works with families, business owners, and institutions, please feel free to reach out to us. We are always here to listen and assist.


Important Disclosure Information & Sources:

[1] “America’s Top RIA Firms”. Sergei Klebnikov & SHOOK Research, 08-Oct-2024, forbes.com.

[2] “Methodology: America’s Top RIA Firms 2024“. R.J. Shook, 08-Oct-2024, forbes.com.

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SJS Investment Services Recognized in Financial Advisor Magazine’s 2024 Registered Investment Advisor Ranking

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in Financial Advisor Magazine’s 2024 Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) Ranking, an annual ranking of independent investment advisory firms within the United States.

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in Financial Advisor Magazine’s 2024 Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) Ranking, an annual ranking of independent investment advisory firms within the United States.[1]

“Thank you, Financial Advisor Magazine, for recognizing SJS Investment Services again this year in the RIA ranking. It is a true honor and speaks loudly to the care we deliver to our clients, as well as their continued faith and trust in our firm, in our MarketPlus® Investing process, and in our Team,” says SJS Founder & CEO Scott J. Savage.

Financial Advisor (FA) Magazine’s 2024 RIA Survey & Ranking is a ranking based on assets under management as of December 31, 2023. FA Magazine orders firms from largest to smallest, based on AUM reported by firms that voluntarily complete and submit FA Magazine’s survey by the given deadline. To be eligible for the ranking, firms must be independent registered investment advisors and file their own ADV statement with the SEC, and provide financial planning and related services to individual clients. The survey did not apply to hybrid RIAs and corporate RIAs. SJS completed the survey in April 2024 using data as of December 31, 2023. There is no fee to apply or to secure placement within the ranking. Additional information regarding the 2024 RIA Survey & Ranking can be found on the Financial Advisor Magazine website.[1][2]

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[1] “FA RIA Survey & Ranking 2024”. Financial Advisor Magazine, July 2024, fa-mag.com.

[2] “2024 RIA Survey & Ranking: RIAs Confront Their Own Success”. Eric Rasmussen, 12-Jul-2024, fa-mag.com.

Advisory services are provided by SJS Investment Services, a registered investment advisor (RIA) with the SEC. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. There is no guarantee investment strategies will be successful.

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Scott Savage Recognized In The Forbes / SHOOK 2024 Best-In-State Wealth Advisors Ranking

SJS Investment Services Founder & CEO Scott J. Savage has been recognized in the Forbes / SHOOK 2024 Best-In-State Wealth Advisors in Ohio ranking, as part of a ranking of wealth advisors within the United States.

SJS Investment Services Founder & CEO Scott J. Savage has been recognized in the Forbes / SHOOK 2024 Best-In-State Wealth Advisors ranking, as part of a ranking of wealth advisors within the United States.[1]

“This recognition is affirming to our Team, and we attribute this to the faith, commitment, and loyalty that our clients have demonstrated to SJS over the last 28 years,” says Scott.

As detailed in the ranking methodology, the Forbes / SHOOK 2024 Best-In-State Wealth Advisors ranking, developed by SHOOK Research, “is based on an algorithm of qualitative criteria learned through telephone, virtual and in-person due diligence interviews, and quantitative data such as revenue trends and assets under management. The algorithm additionally weighs factors such as service models, compliance records and industry experience, and focuses on those that encompass best practices in their approach to working with clients.”[2] Advisors have a minimum of seven years experience. Portfolio performance is not a criterion. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK Research receive a fee in exchange for rankings.[2] SHOOK Research received 44,990 nominations, invited 23,876 advisors to complete their online survey, performed 20,412 telephone interviews, conducted 4,926 in-person interviews at advisors’ locations, and conducted 1,507 virtual interviews. Additional information about the ranking methodology can be found here.[2]

In August 2023, SJS Investment Services responded to an email survey provided by SHOOK Research, providing quantitative information including AUM size, AUM growth, typical client relationship size, and minimum account size for new business. Neither Scott Savage nor any other employees of SJS Investment Services provided any payment to Forbes or SHOOK Research in exchange for rankings.

If you would like to learn more about how Scott and the SJS Team work with families, business owners, and institutions, please feel free to reach out to us. We are always here to listen and assist.


Important Disclosure Information & Sources:

[1] “Best-In-State Wealth Advisors”. Sergei Klebnikov & SHOOK Research, 03-Apr-2024, forbes.com.

[2] “Methodology: Best-In-State Wealth Advisors 2024”. R.J. Shook, 03-Apr-2024, forbes.com.

There is no guarantee investment strategies will be successful. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Diversification neither assures a profit nor guarantees against a loss in a declining market.

Advisory services are provided by SJS Investment Services, a registered investment advisor (RIA) with the SEC. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. SJS Investment Services does not provide legal or tax advice. Please consult your legal or tax professionals for specific advice.

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SJS Investment Services Recognized In The Forbes / SHOOK 2023 List Of America's Top RIA Firms

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in the Forbes / SHOOK 2023 list of America’s Top RIA (Registered Investor Advisor) Firms.

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in the Forbes / SHOOK 2023 list of America’s Top RIA (Registered Investment Advisor) Firms.[1]

“This recognition is affirming to our Team, and we attribute this to the faith, commitment, and loyalty that our clients have demonstrated to SJS over the last 28 years,” says SJS Founder & CEO Scott J. Savage.

In the introduction to this year’s Top RIA Firms webpage, the authors affirmed, “All of the RIAs on Forbes list have strong pedigrees when it comes to providing a steady hand for clients and preserving their wealth over the long term.”[1]

As detailed on the methodology webpage, the Forbes / SHOOK 2023 list of America’s Top RIA Firms, developed by SHOOK Research, is based on an algorithm of qualitative criteria, mostly gained through telephone, virtual and in-person due diligence interviews, and quantitative data. The algorithm weighs factors like revenue trends, assets under management, compliance records, industry experience and those that encompass best practices and approach to working with clients. Portfolio performance is not a criterion due to varying client objectives and lack of audited data. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK Research receive a fee in exchange for rankings. SHOOK Research received 42,643 nominations based on thresholds, invited 23,100 firms to complete their online survey, performed 18,417 telephone interviews, conducted 4,281 in-person interviews at advisors’ location, and conducted 1,487 virtual interviews. Additional information about the ranking methodology can be found on the Forbes website.[1][2]

In April 2023 and August 2023, SJS Investment Services responded to an email survey provided by SHOOK Research, providing quantitative information including assets under management, revenue, typical client relationship size, and minimum account size for new business. Neither SJS Investment Services nor any of its employees provided any payment to Forbes or SHOOK Research in exchange for rankings.

If you would like to learn more about how the SJS team works with families, business owners, and institutions, please feel free to reach out to us. We are always here to listen and assist.


Important Disclosure Information & Sources:

[1] “America’s Top RIA Firms”. Sergei Klebnikov & SHOOK Research, 10-Oct-2023, forbes.com.

[2] “Methodology: America’s Top RIA Firms 2023”. R.J. Shook, 10-Oct-2023, forbes.com.

Past performance is no guarantee of future results. There is no guarantee investment strategies will be successful.

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SJS Investment Services Recognized In CNBC's 2023 FA 100 List

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in CNBC’s 2023 FA 100 list, an annual ranking of registered investment advisory (RIA) firms within the United States.

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in CNBC’s 2023 FA 100 list, an annual ranking of registered investment advisory (RIA) firms within the United States.[1]

“This recognition is affirming to our Team, and we attribute this to the faith, commitment, and loyalty that our clients have demonstrated to SJS over the last 28 years,” says SJS Founder & CEO Scott J. Savage.

CNBC enlisted data provider AccuPoint Solutions to assist with the ranking of registered investment advisors for the 2023 FA 100 list. The methodology consisted of first analyzing a variety of core data points from AccuPoint Solutions’ proprietary database of registered investment advisors. This analysis started with an initial list of 40,646 RIA firms from the Securities and Exchange Commission regulatory database. Through a process by CNBC and AccuPoint Solutions, the list was eventually cut to 812 RIAs with those firms meeting CNBC’s proprietary criteria. CNBC staff sent an email survey to all those firms that met the initial criteria to gather more details. The CNBC team verified that data with the SEC regulatory database. CNBC and AccuPoint also considered additional information including total assets under management (AUM), years in business, accounts under management, regulatory / compliance record, number of certified financial planners, number of employees, number of investment advisors registered with the firm, the ratio of investment advisors to total number of employees, percentage of discretionary assets under management, and number of states where the RIA is registered. AccuPoint once again applied CNBC’s proprietary weighted categories to further refine and rank the firms, ultimately creating the list of the top 100 firms. There is no fee to apply or to secure placement within the ranking. Additionally, an advisor’s appearance on this ranking does not constitute an individual endorsement by CNBC of any firm. Further methodology information can be found on the CNBC website.[1][2]

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[1] “FA 100: CNBC ranks the top-rated financial advisory firms of 2023”. CNBC.com Staff, 12-Sep-2023, cnbc.com.

[2] “Here’s how we determine the FA 100 ranking for 2023“. CNBC.com Staff, 12-Sep-2023, cnbc.com.

Advisory services are provided by SJS Investment Services, a registered investment advisor (RIA) with the SEC. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. There is no guarantee investment strategies will be successful.

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SJS Investment Services Recognized In Financial Advisor Magazine’s 2023 Registered Investment Advisor Ranking

SJS has been recognized in Financial Advisor Magazine’s 2023 Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) Ranking, an annual ranking of independent investment advisory firms within the United States.

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in Financial Advisor Magazine’s 2023 Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) Ranking, an annual ranking of independent investment advisory firms within the United States.[1]

“Recognition by one of the financial industry’s most respected publications is humbling, and simply reflective of the faith, commitment, and loyalty our clients have demonstrated in SJS over the last 28 years,” says SJS Founder & CEO Scott Savage.

Financial Advisor (FA) Magazine’s 2023 RIA Survey & Ranking is a ranking based on assets under management as of December 31, 2022. FA Magazine orders firms from largest to smallest, based on AUM reported by firms that voluntarily complete and submit FA Magazine’s survey by the given deadline. To be eligible for the ranking, firms must be independent registered investment advisors and file their own ADV statement with the SEC, and provide financial planning and related services to individual clients. The survey did not apply to hybrid RIAs and corporate RIAs. SJS completed the survey in April 2023 using data as of December 31, 2022. There is no fee to apply or to secure placement within the ranking. Additional information regarding the 2023 RIA Survey & Ranking can be found on the Financial Advisor Magazine website.[1][2]

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[1] “FA’s RIA Survey & Ranking 2023”. Financial Advisor Magazine, July/August 2023, fa-mag.com.

[2] “2023 RIA Survey & Ranking: Consolidation Crunch Hits Rate Reality”. Eric Rasmussen, 14-Jul-2023, fa-mag.com.

Advisory services are provided by SJS Investment Services, a registered investment advisor (RIA) with the SEC. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. There is no guarantee investment strategies will be successful.

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SJS Investment Services Recognized In The Forbes / SHOOK Research 2022 List Of America's Top RIA Firms

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in the Forbes / SHOOK Research 2022 list of America’s Top RIA (Registered Investor Advisor) Firms.

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in the Forbes / SHOOK Research 2022 list of America’s Top RIA (Registered Investment Advisor) Firms.[1]

“Recognition by one of the financial industry’s most respected publications is humbling, and simply reflective of the faith, commitment, and loyalty the SJS team has demonstrated to our wonderful clients over the last 27 years,” says SJS Founder & CEO Scott Savage.

The Forbes / SHOOK Research 2022 list of America’s Top RIA Firms, developed by SHOOK Research, is based on an algorithm of qualitative criteria, mostly gained through telephone, virtual and in-person due diligence interviews, and quantitative data. The algorithm weighs factors like revenue trends, assets under management, compliance records, industry experience and those that encompass best practices and approach to working with clients. Portfolio performance is not a criterion due to varying client objectives and lack of audited data. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK research receive a fee in exchange for rankings. SHOOK Research received 36,535 nominations based on thresholds, invited 21,116 firms to complete their online survey, performed 15,342 telephone interviews, conducted 3,250 in-person interviews at advisors’ location, and conducted 1,357 virtual interviews. Additional information about the list methodology can be found here.[2]

In April 2022, SJS Investment Services responded to an online survey provided by SHOOK Research, providing quantitative and qualitative information including AUM size, AUM growth, typical client relationship size, and minimum account size for new business. Additionally, SJS Investment Services participated in a telephone interview with SHOOK Research in June 2022. Neither SJS Investment Services nor any of its employees provided any payment to Forbes or SHOOK Research in exchange for rankings.

If you would like to learn more about how the SJS team works with families, business owners, and institutions, please feel free to reach out to us. We are always here to listen and assist.


Important Disclosure Information And Sources:

[1] “America’s Top RIA Firms 2022”. Sergei Klebnikov & SHOOK Research, 25-Oct-2022, forbes.com.

[2] “Methodology: America’s Top RIA Firms 2022”. R.J. Shook, 25-Oct-2022, forbes.com.

Past performance is no guarantee of future results. There is no guarantee investment strategies will be successful.

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SJS Investment Services Recognized In Financial Advisor Magazine’s 2022 Registered Investment Advisor Ranking

SJS has been recognized in Financial Advisor Magazine’s 2022 Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) Ranking, an annual ranking of independent investment advisory firms within the United States.

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in Financial Advisor Magazine’s 2022 Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) Ranking, an annual ranking of independent investment advisory firms within the United States.[1]

“Recognition by one of the financial industry’s most respected publications is humbling, and simply reflective of the faith, commitment, and loyalty our clients have demonstrated in SJS over the last 27 years,” says SJS Founder & CEO Scott Savage.

Financial Advisor (FA) Magazine’s 2022 RIA Survey & Ranking is a ranking based on assets under management as of 31-Dec-2021. FA Magazine orders firms from largest to smallest, based on AUM reported by firms that voluntarily complete and submit FA Magazine’s survey by the given deadline. FA Magazine verifies AUM by reviewing ADV forms. To be eligible for the ranking, firms must be independent Registered Investment Advisors and file their own ADV statement with the SEC, and provide financial planning and related services to individual clients. Corporate RIA firms and Investment Advisor Representatives (IARs) are not eligible. There is no fee to apply or to secure placement within the ranking. 534 RIA firms are included in the 2022 ranking. FA Magazine does not track the number of firms that applied but failed to meet the required criteria. Additional disclosure information regarding the 2022 RIA Survey & Ranking can be found on the Financial Advisor Magazine website.[1][2]

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[1] “FA’s RIA Survey & Ranking 2022”. Financial Advisor Magazine, July 2022, fa-mag.com.

[2] “Goodbye To All That”. Eric Rasmussen, 15-Jul-2022, fa-mag.com.

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Scott Savage Recognized In The Forbes 2022 Ranking Of Best-In-State Wealth Advisors

SJS Investment Services Founder & CEO Scott Savage has been recognized in the Forbes 2022 ranking of Best-In-State Wealth Advisors in Ohio, as part of a ranking of wealth advisors within the United States.

SJS Investment Services Founder & CEO Scott Savage has been recognized in the Forbes 2022 ranking of Best-In-State Wealth Advisors in Ohio, as part of a ranking of wealth advisors within the United States.[1]

“Recognition by one of the financial industry’s most respected publications is humbling, and simply reflective of the faith, commitment, and loyalty the SJS Team has demonstrated over the last 26 years,” says Scott.

The Forbes 2022 ranking of Best-In-State Wealth Advisors, developed by SHOOK Research, is based on an algorithm of qualitative criteria, gained through telephone, virtual and in-person due diligence interviews, and quantitative data. Those advisors that are considered have a minimum of seven years experience, and the algorithm weights factors like revenue trends, assets under management, compliance records, industry experience and those that encompass best practices in their approach to working with clients. Portfolio performance is not a criteria due to varying client objectives and lack of audited data. Neither Forbes or SHOOK receive a fee in exchange for rankings. SHOOK Research received 34,925 nominations, invited 19,640 advisors to complete their online survey, performed 14,476 telephone interviews, conducted 2,657 in-person interviews at advisors’ location, and conducted 1,311 Web-based interviews. Additional information about the ranking methodology can be found here.[2]

SJS Investment Services responded to an email survey provided by SHOOK Research, providing quantitative information including AUM size, AUM growth, typical client relationship size, and minimum account size for new business. Neither Scott Savage nor any other employees of SJS Investment Services provided any payment to Forbes or SHOOK Research in exchange for rankings, nor participated in any other interviews with Forbes or SHOOK Research, nor is aware of who nominated Scott for the ranking.

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[1] “Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors”. Jason Bisnoff & SHOOK Research, 07-Apr-2022, forbes.com.

[2] “Methodology: Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors 2022“. R.J. Shook, 07-Apr-2022, forbes.com.

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SJS Investment Services Recognized In CNBC's 2021 FA 100 Ranking

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in CNBC’s 2021 FA 100 Ranking, an annual ranking of registered investment advisory (RIA) firms within the United States.

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in CNBC’s 2021 FA 100 Ranking, an annual ranking of registered investment advisory (RIA) firms within the United States.[1]

“This recognition by CNBC is humbling, and simply reflective of the faith, commitment, and loyalty our clients have demonstrated in SJS over the last 26 years,” says SJS Founder & CEO Scott Savage.

CNBC enlisted data provider AccuPoint Solutions to assist with the ranking of registered investment advisors for the 2021 FA 100 list. The methodology consisted of first analyzing a variety of core data points from AccuPoint Solutions’ database of registered investment advisors. This analysis started with an initial list of 38,302 RIA firms. Through a process, the list was eventually cut to 749 RIAs, with those firms meeting CNBC’s proprietary criteria. (All the data collected from the RIAs was information culled from the firm’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.) CNBC staff sent an email survey to all those firms that met the initial criteria to gather more details, which SJS Investment Services responded to. AccuPoint again applied CNBC’s proprietary weighted categories to further refine and rank the firms, ultimately creating the list of the top 100. The primary data points used in the analysis were reviewed, either as a minimum baseline or within a range, eliminating those firms that did not meet CNBC’s requirements. Once the initial list was compiled, weightings were also applied accordingly. These data points included the advisor’s compliance record, number of years in the business, number of employees, number of investment advisors registered with the firm, the ratio of investment advisors to total number of employees, total assets under management, percentage of discretionary assets under management, total accounts under management, number of states where the RIA is registered, and country of domicile. There is no fee to apply or to secure placement within the ranking.[1][2]

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Important Disclosure Information & Sources:

[1] “FA 100: CNBC ranks the top-rated financial advisory firms of 2021”. CNBC.com Staff, 06-Oct-2021, cnbc.com.

[2] “Here’s how we determine the FA 100 ranking for 2021“. Jim Pavia, 06-Oct-2021, cnbc.com.

Advisory services are provided by SJS Investment Services, a registered investment advisor (RIA) with the SEC. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. There is no guarantee investment strategies will be successful.

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SJS Investment Services Recognized In Financial Advisor Magazine’s 2021 Registered Investment Advisor Ranking

SJS has been recognized in Financial Advisor Magazine’s 2021 Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) Ranking, an annual ranking of independent investment advisory firms within the United States.

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in Financial Advisor Magazine’s 2021 Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) Ranking, an annual ranking of independent investment advisory firms within the United States.[1]

“Recognition by one of the financial industry’s most respected publications is humbling, and simply reflective of the faith, commitment, and loyalty our clients have demonstrated in SJS over the last 26 years,” says SJS Founder & CEO Scott Savage.

Financial Advisor (FA) Magazine’s 2021 RIA Survey & Ranking is a ranking based on assets under management as of 31-Dec-2020. FA Magazine orders firms from largest to smallest, based on AUM reported by firms that voluntarily complete and submit FA Magazine’s survey by the given deadline. FA Magazine verifies AUM by reviewing ADV forms. To be eligible for the ranking, firms must be independent Registered Investment Advisors and file their own ADV statement with the SEC, and provide financial planning and related services to individual clients. Corporate RIA firms and Investment Advisor Representatives (IARs) are not eligible. There is no fee to apply or to secure placement within the ranking. 607 RIA firms are included in the 2021 ranking. FA Magazine does not track the number of firms that applied but failed to meet the required criteria. Additional disclosure information regarding the 2021 RIA Survey & Ranking can be found on the Financial Advisor Magazine website.[1][2]

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[1] “The Future Is Now”. Eric Rasmussen, 16-Jul-2021, fa-mag.com.

[2] Additional information regarding the rankings can be found in the 2021 RIA Survey & Ranking PDF: “2021 RIA SURVEY”. Financial Advisor Magazine, July / August 2021, fa-mag.com.

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Scott Savage Recognized In The Forbes 2021 Ranking Of Best-In-State Wealth Advisors

SJS Investment Services Founder & CEO Scott Savage has been recognized in the top 10 of the Forbes 2021 ranking of Best-In-State Wealth Advisors in Ohio.

SJS Investment Services Founder & CEO Scott Savage has been recognized in the top 10 of the Forbes 2021 ranking of Best-In-State Wealth Advisors in Ohio, as part of a ranking of wealth advisors within the United States.[1]

“Recognition by one of the financial industry’s most respected publications is humbling, and simply reflective of the faith, commitment, and loyalty the SJS team has demonstrated over the last 25 years,” says Scott.

The Forbes 2021 ranking of Best-In-State Wealth Advisors, developed by SHOOK Research, is based on an algorithm of qualitative criteria, gained through telephone, virtual and in-person due diligence interviews, and quantitative data. Those advisors that are considered have a minimum of seven years experience, and the algorithm weights factors like revenue trends, assets under management, compliance records, industry experience and those that encompass best practices in their approach to working with clients. Portfolio performance is not a criteria due to varying client objectives and lack of audited data. Neither Forbes or SHOOK receive a fee in exchange for rankings. SHOOK Research received 32,725 nominations, invited 15,854 advisors to complete their online survey, performed 13,114 telephone interviews, conducted 2,085 in-person interviews at advisors’ location, and conducted 619 Web-based interviews.[2]

SJS Investment Services responded to an email survey provided by SHOOK Research, providing quantitative information including AUM size, AUM growth, typical client relationship size, and minimum account size for new business. Neither Scott Savage nor any other employees of SJS Investment Services provided any payment to Forbes or SHOOK Research in exchange for rankings, nor participated in any other interviews with Forbes or SHOOK Research, nor is aware of who nominated Scott for the ranking.

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[1] “Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors”. Jason Bisnoff & SHOOK Research, 11-Feb-2021, forbes.com.

[2] “Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors Methodology 2021“. R.J. Shook, 11-Feb-2021, forbes.com.

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SJS Investment Services Recognized In RIA Channel's 2020 Top 100 Wealth Manager List

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in RIA Channel’s 2020 Top 100 Wealth Manager List, an annual ranking of independent investment advisory firms within the United States.

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in RIA Channel’s 2020 Top 100 Wealth Manager List, an annual ranking of independent investment advisory firms within the United States.[1]

“Being recognized by RIA Channel as one of their Top 100 Wealth Managers in 2020 is humbling, and simply reflective of the faith, commitment, and loyalty our clients have demonstrated in SJS over the last 25 years,” says SJS Founder & CEO Scott Savage.

RIA Channel ranked the Top 100 RIA firms of 2020 based on a proprietary set of criteria and data. According to RIA Channel, the ranking is based on both size and growth in assets as of June 30, 2020, as reported to the SEC.[2] RIA Channel uses its RIA Database for regulatory data, organic research, and advisor surveys. There is no fee to apply or to secure placement within the ranking.[3][4]

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Important Disclosure Information and Sources:

[1] “RIA Channel 2020 Top 100 Wealth Managers.” RIA Channel, 2020, riachannel.com.

[2] SJS Investment Services reported total assets under management (AUM) of $2,199,760,896 on Form ADV as of December 31, 2019.

[3] “RIA Channel 2020 Top 100 Wealth Manager List Methodology.” RIA Channel, 2020, riachannel.com.

[4] SJS did not submit a survey to RIA Channel.

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SJS Investment Services Recognized In Financial Advisor Magazine’s 2020 Registered Investment Advisor Rankings

SJS has been recognized in Financial Advisor Magazine’s 2020 Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) Rankings, an annual ranking of independent investment advisory firms within the United States.

SJS Investment Services has been recognized in Financial Advisor Magazine’s 2020 Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) Rankings, an annual ranking of independent investment advisory firms within the United States.[1]

“Recognition by one of the financial industry’s most respected publications is humbling, and simply reflective of the faith, commitment, and loyalty our clients have demonstrated in SJS over the last 25 years,” says SJS Founder & CEO Scott Savage.

Financial Advisor (FA) Magazine’s 2020 RIA Survey & Ranking is a ranking based on assets under management as of 31-Dec-2019. FA Magazine orders firms from largest to smallest, based on AUM reported by firms that voluntarily complete and submit FA Magazine’s survey by the given deadline. FA Magazine verifies AUM by reviewing ADV forms. To be eligible for the ranking, firms must be independent Registered Investment Advisors and file their own ADV statement with the SEC, and provide financial planning and related services to individual clients. Corporate RIA firms and Investment Advisor Representatives (IARs) are not eligible. There is no fee to apply or to secure placement within the ranking. 551 RIA firms were included in the 2020 ranking. FA Magazine does not track the number of firms that applied but failed to meet the required criteria.[1]

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Important Disclosure Information And Sources:

[1]: “RIAs In The Time Of Pandemic.” Financial Advisor Magazine, Aug-2020, fa-mag.com.

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