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Franklin Branch Office
Our Team
Janney’s leadership team and executive committee are composed of respected professionals with extensive industry knowledge, veteran insight, and a shared strategic vision for the future. With many able to draw upon their own backgrounds as advisors, this team and committee understand the demands and rewards of your profession, and they are here to help you succeed.Primary support comes from your Branch, Complex, and Regional Managers. With years of industry experience, they serve as both mentors and managers, allowing you the freedom to run your own practice while working with you to help it grow.
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Chris Walker
Senior Vice President/ Wealth Management, Branch Manager

Sheala H. Smith
Branch Operations Manager

Brad S. Dickens, C(k)P®, QPFC™
First Vice President / Wealth Management, Financial Advisor

Jason Minor, CRPC®
Vice President / Wealth Management, Financial Advisor

Kim Richardson
Vice President/ Wealth Management, Financial Advisor

Jamie Smith
Vice President/ Investments, Financial Advisor

Jim Stephens
Senior Vice President / Private Client Group, Financial Advisor

Mark Willoughby
Financial Advisor
What We Do
No matter where you are in life – we’re here for you through every step of your financial journey.

Private Client Group Support
All financial services firms have a unique culture and operating philosophy. Janney’s core values position our Financial Advisors to offer clients an extraordinary level of service.

Supporting Your Business
When you join Janney, you position yourself to offer an extraordinary level of service, personal attention, and in-depth resources to your clients at every point of contact.

Wealth Management
Our goal is to support your practice with personalized assistance and access to qualified wealth management professionals, enabling you to provide the highest standard of service.
Community Involvement
We’re proud to support the communities we live and work in. We strive to connect with our communities in a meaningful way, bringing about positive change and helping to provide services and resources to help them thrive.
Events
Check out information on upcoming and past events we’re pleased to offer you, virtually and/or in person, on a variety of topics.

Up Next: The Washington Update with Jeff Bush
A nonpartisan overview of the political environment, prospective legislation, and strategies for investment and retirement planning.

Recent Event: Cybersecurity and AI Best Practices
The threat of cybercrime and identity theft looms larger than ever.

Recent Event: Holistic Financial Strategies for Business Owners: Build, Grow, and Transition
Did you know an estimated 65 to 80% of a business owner’s net worth is tied to their business?*
Recent Updates
Stay up-to-date and in-the know about every aspect of your financial picture.
May 08, 2025

I’m excited to welcome Financial Advisor Al Lynn to Janney. He joins us from Raymond James and will be based in our Bedminster, New Jersey office. I look forward to seeing him thrive at Janney, where he’ll have the independence, support, and resources to serve his clients and grow his practice.
Read more: https://www.janney.com/meet-janney/corporate-news/all-news/detail/corporate-news/2025/05/06/financial-advisor-al-lynn-joins-janney-in-bedminster--new-jersey
May 07, 2025

May Investment Perspectives
In this edition of Investment Perspectives, our Investment Strategy Group explores key recession indicators, examines April's bond market volatility, and analyzes how earnings reports compare to market performance during the President's first 100 days.
May 05, 2025

I’m pleased to welcome Integrity Wealth Advisory to Janney. Formerly with Raymond James, the team strengthens our presence in Florida and continues the momentum of experienced Financial Advisors joining Janney. Read more: https://www.janney.com/meet-janney/corporate-news/all-news/detail/corporate-news/2025/05/05/janney-welcomes-integrity-wealth-advisory-in-miami
Research & Insights
Access our latest research and insights covering market news, financial planning topics, and more.

May Investment Perspectives
Factors that matter when defining a recession, bond market volatility, and earnings reports vs. the first 100 days.

Protecting Your Business: The Importance of Insurance
The day-to-day demands of running a business can be all-consuming. This article takes a look at a few important considerations for the protection of you and your business.

Should I Convert From a Traditional IRA to a Roth IRA in a Volatile Market?
Soaring inflation and global conflict have led to ongoing stock market volatility. Retirement savers may be wondering, “Is now a good time to convert to a Roth IRA?”
Office Information
