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The Micera-Kay Investment Group works with individuals and families, businesses, investment advisors, and small institutions to help them achieve their financial goals by creating and implementing a custom wealth management plan. Their goal is to develop long-term relationships based on integrity, trust, and respect. This is achieved by delivering a high level of professionalism and personal service that their clients deserve.

With over $1 billion of client assets under management, The Micera-Kay Investment Group has devoted itself to addressing the individual needs and objectives of each client. The complimentary skills of each member of the team forms a diverse foundation for providing client-focused solutions. The Micera-Kay Investment Group is uniquely prepared to assume the primary role of your trusted and dedicated investment professional.

Proud to be a national award-winning advisor

At The Micera-Kay Investment Group, we are incredibly honored that John P. Micera has received several prestigious industry awards. It is gratifying to have our team member recognized with industry awards because it means we are serving our clients well. We are very proud to have received the following awards.

  • Barron's Top 1,200 Advisors - 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019
  • Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisor - 2024, 2023
  • Advisor Hub - Advisors to Watch list - 2024, 2023, 2022

 

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Photo from left to right: Marissa Swan, Joseph Kay, Terri Lowe, John Micera, Kris Alvey, Macklin Micera, Jamie Costello, Ila Sud

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Disclosures

The 2019 Barron’s “Top 1,200 Financial Advisors" award was announced March 2019. Data as of 9/30/2018. The award is based on the following criteria: The individual is credentialed as a FINRA registered representative, assets under management, revenue produced for the firm, regulatory and compliance record. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. This is not indicative of this financial advisor’s future performance.

The 2021 Barron’s “Top 1,200 Financial Advisors" award was announced March 2021. Data as of 9/30/2020. The award is based on the following criteria: The individual is credentialed as a FINRA registered representative, assets under management, revenue produced for the firm, regulatory and compliance record. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. This is not indicative of this financial advisor’s future performance.

The 2022 Barron’s “Top 1,200 Financial Advisors" award was announced March 2022. Data as of 9/30/2021. The award is based on the following criteria: The individual is credentialed as a FINRA registered representative, assets under management, revenue produced for the firm, regulatory and compliance record. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. This is not indicative of this financial advisor’s future performance.

The 2022 AdvisorHub "Advisors to Watch" award was announced September 2022. Data as of 12/31/2020 and 12/31/2021 was provided and considered for this award. The ranking recognizes advisors across the country for their quality of practice, professionalism, character and community involvement. Criteria considered included: assets under management, production/revenue, team size and more. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. This is not indicative of this financial advisor's future performance.

The 2020 Barron’s “Top 1,200 Financial Advisors" award was announced March 2020. Data as of 9/30/2019. The award is based on the following criteria: The individual is credentialed as a FINRA registered representative, assets under management, revenue produced for the firm, regulatory and compliance record. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. This is not indicative of this financial advisor’s future performance.

The 2023 Barron’s “Top 1,200 Financial Advisors" award was announced March 2023. Data as of 9/30/2022. The award is based on the following criteria: The individual is credentialed as a FINRA registered representative, assets under management, revenue produced for the firm, regulatory and compliance record. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. This is not indicative of this financial advisor’s future performance.

The 2023 Forbes “Best-In-State Wealth Advisors” award was announced April 2023. Data as of 6/30/2022. The award was developed by SHOOK Research and is based on in-person and telephone due diligence meetings to evaluate each advisor qualitatively, a major component of a ranking algorithm that includes: client retention, industry experience, review of compliance records, firm nominations; and quantitative criteria, including: assets under management and revenue generated for their firms. Investment performance is not a criterion because client objectives and risk tolerances vary, and advisors rarely have audited performance reports. Rankings are based on the opinions of SHOOK Research, LLC and not indicative of future performance or representative of any one client’s experience. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK Research receive compensation in exchange for placement on the ranking. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. This is not indicative of this financial advisor’s future performance. For more information: www.SHOOKresearch.com.

The 2023 AdvisorHub “Advisors to Watch” award was announced June 2023. Data as of 12/31/2021 and 12/31/2022 was provided and considered for this award. The ranking recognizes advisors across the country for their quality of practice, professionalism, character and community involvement. Criteria considered included: assets under management, production/revenue, team size and more. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. This is not indicative of this financial advisor’s future performance.

The 2024 Barron’s “Top 1,200 Financial Advisors” award was announced March 2024. Data as of Sept. 30, 2023. The award is based on the following criteria: individual with a minimum of seven years' experience in the industry, client retention reports, customer satisfaction, assets under management, revenue produced for the firm and acceptable compliance record. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. This is not indicative of this financial advisor’s future performance. Barron’s is a registered trademark of Dow Jones & Company, L.P. All rights reserved. 

The 2024 Forbes "Best-In-State Wealth Advisors" award was announced April 2024. Data as of 6/30/2023. The award was developed by SHOOK Research and is based on in-person, virtual and telephone due diligence meetings to evaluate each advisor based on qualitative criteria such as: best practices, client retention, industry experience, credentials, review of compliance records, firm nominations; and quantitative criteria, including assets under management and revenue generated for their firms. Investment performance is not a criterion because client objectives and risk tolerances vary, and advisors rarely have audited performance reports. Rankings are based on the opinions of SHOOK Research, LLC and not indicative of future performance or representative of any one client’s experience. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK Research receive compensation in exchange for placement on the ranking. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. This is not indicative of this financial advisor’s future performance. For more information: www.SHOOKresearch.com.

The 2024 AdvisorHub “Advisors to Watch” award was announced June 2024. Data as of 12/31/2022 and 12/31/2023. The ranking recognizes advisors across the country for their quality of practice, professionalism, character and community involvement. Criteria considered included: assets under management, production/revenue and team size. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. This award is not indicative of this financial advisor’s future performance.

John P. Micera, NMLS # 1545164, Joseph Kay, NMLS # 1559187, and Mack Micera, NMLS # 2288547 through City National Bank, may receive compensation from RBC Wealth Management for referring customers to City National Bank. Banking products and services are offered or issued by City National Bank, an affiliate of RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, Member NYSE/FINRA/SIPC and are subject to City National Banks terms and conditions. Products and services offered through City National Bank are not insured by SIPC. City National Bank Member FDIC.

Investment products offered through RBC Wealth Management are not FDIC insured, are not guaranteed by City National Bank and may lose value.

Joseph Kay is currently registered to conduct business with residents of the following states: AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VI, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY. California Insurance License # 4331092.

Mack Micera is currently registered to conduct business with residents of the following states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY.