Our Team
Kirk began his career in the financial services industry in 1992. Providing recommendations to each individual client, Kirk currently serves as Executive Vice President/Wealth Management of the Brownstone Wealth Management group in the Warwick, Rhode Island office of Janney Montgomery Scott.
Kirk's career has allowed him to gain invaluable experience as a financial advisor, private investor, and a real estate developer. In July 2002, Kirk joined Janney Montgomery Scott. He was attracted to the firm because of its client-centric mission. Because his business focused on building strong relationships with each client, Kirk found that Janney's client service philosophy would allow his practice to thrive.
Kirk's practice is built on providing personalized recommendations that are in line with his clients' goals for their wealth. Kirk offers his clients a full complement of financial solutions and services, backed by the strength and resources of Janney Montgomery Scott.
Kirk earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Rhode Island College of Business. He went on to complete the Accredited Wealth Management Advisor℠ program, a Wealth Management Certification Program offered by the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, and holds the Accredited Wealth Management AdvisorSM (AWMA®) designation. He also holds his Rhode Island Life & Health Insurance License, and FINRA Series 7, 63, and 65 licenses.
Away from the office, Kirk feels strongly about giving back to the community and is involved in a number of charitable organizations. As past president of the Narragansett Lions Club, Kirk was awarded the Melvin Jones Fellow Award through Lions International which is their highest distinction for humanitarian service. It is this commitment to others that drives Kirk's service philosophy for his clients.
In his free, time Kirk enjoys cycling, skiing, boating, traveling and spending time with his family and friends. He and his wife Lorraine have three children and currently live in Narragansett, Rhode Island.
Bryan joined Janney Montgomery Scott in January 2018 as Vice President / Investments of Brownstone Wealth Management group.
Prior to joining Brownstone, Bryan was part of the portfolio management team at Providence Investment Management, LP (PIM). At its peak, PIM was the steward of $1.8 billion of investable assets, and was recognized by Barron’s as the #1 hedge fund in the world in 2010. As part of the portfolio management team, Bryan was charged with identifying relative value investment opportunities to generate strong risk-adjusted returns for investors. Through this experience, he was able to develop advanced skills in financial modeling as well as a thorough understanding of both fundamental and sophisticated capital markets. His background in fixed income market analysis, alternative investment strategy, and risk management is instrumental in providing Brownstone’s clients with comprehensive investment advice and guidance.
Outside of his investment career, Bryan serves as the president of the Narragansett Lions Club and sits on the board of the 100 Club of Rhode Island. As a native Rhode Islander, he spends his free time with his family and friends enjoying the many benefits of living in the Ocean State. In addition, Bryan also enjoys snowboarding, cooking, and travel. Bryan currently resides in Narragansett, Rhode Island with his wife, Alexandra and their son Greyson.
Jennifer Burgio has been with Janney for over 20 years. She serves as Brownstone Wealth Management’s financial planner, working closely with clients to help the identify and realize their financial goals. In addition to this, Jen is responsible for developing and implementing the team’s client relationship initiatives and marketing strategies. She places the utmost importance on excellent client service. Her extensive background in operations gives her a unique perspective in finding viable solutions for any client need.
Jennifer holds her Series 7, 9, 10, 63, and 65 licenses, as well as a BS in Finance with a concentration in financial planning from Southern New Hampshire University.
In her free time she enjoys spending time on Prudence Island with her family and friends, listening to obscure music, and “playing” guitar. She has two wonderful children, and currently lives in Warwick, RI with her husband.
As a finance professional with a unique background in healthcare, Crystal brings a blend of compassion, analytical rigor, and problem-solving skills to the world of finance.
Her journey began with a Bachelor's degree in Communicative Disorders from the University of Rhode Island, followed by a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from Tufts University. For over a decade, she dedicated herself to helping individuals regain independence and improve their quality of life as an Occupational Therapist. While immensely rewarding, she felt a calling to leverage her insight and passion for problem-solving in a new arena.
In 2022, she embarked on a career transition into finance, driven by a desire to expand her horizons and make a broader impact. Since then, she has immersed herself in the intricacies of securities and financial markets. She currently holds Series 7, Series 63, and Series 66 licenses along with health and life insurance licenses and thrives on the opportunity to help others achieve their financial aspirations
Outside of the office, she enjoys the simple pleasures of living in Narragansett, Rhode Island with her husband, three children and beloved giant dog, Jack.