A group of HUB RPW representatives gathered in New York City for PLANADVISER’s 2025 Industry Leader Awards on May 15th. This annual awards night honors retirement plan advisors and the role they play in helping employers and workers achieve a secure and dignified retirement.
The event’s agenda is composed of celebrating the individuals who have been recognized in five accolade programs published by PLANADVISER throughout the year:
1. Adviser Choice Award Winners
2. Vision Award Designees
3. Advisers Giving Back
This program profiles advisors who serve and support their communities through philanthropy and volunteering. HUB RPW’s Kristi Baker was featured in January 2025 for her work with the Indiana based nonprofit, Same As U.
Read about Kristi’s work with the organization here.
4. 2025 Top Retirement Plan Advisers
15 HUB RPW advisors were recognized on this prestigious list earlier this year. This designation recognizes the top retirement plan advisers in the industry based on quantitative measures.
Read more about the award and the HUB RPW list-makers here.
5. Retirement Plan Advisers of the Year
Finalists are recognized and winners are announced for this prestigious accolade. The Retirement Plan Adviser of the Year award is issued in seven categories.
We are proud to announce that Russell Warye was chosen as the winner in the category of Closing the Coverage Gap (MEPs/PEPs)! We also had four other advisors as finalists in four of the categories. Dive into each advisor’s profile and story:
Jim Keenehan – Plan Participant Service
Kelli Davis – 403(b) Plan Service
Jason Jeskey – Closing the Coverage Gap (MEPs/PEPs)
Russell Warye – Closing the Coverage Gap (MEPs/PEPs)
Francisco Abril – Inclusivity and Career Development
Whether a finalist or winner, we are so proud of these five advisors who stand out for their excellence in their specific categories. From creating retirement savings opportunities for small businesses and underrepresented communities, to focusing on furthering equitable and fair workplaces, and even designing and delivering innovative education and advice – these leaders are making important impacts on the individuals they serve, and the industry as a whole.
The individuals celebrated at this year’s PLANADVISER Industry Leaders Awards are just some of the many outstanding advisors at HUB Retirement and Private Wealth. Contact Us to discover what HUB RPW can do for you, your employees and your organization.
