WSFS Financial Corporation, the parent company of Bryn Mawr Trust Advisors, has announced a series of leadership promotions and appointments aimed at supporting client growth and expanding the firm’s wealth management capabilities across Philadelphia and Delaware markets.
The changes include the promotion of Brandon McFadden to managing director, where he will oversee the firm’s advisory services business. McFadden will continue leading Bryn Mawr Trust Advisors’ client-focused wealth management strategy while supporting growth initiatives and collaboration across the organization.
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The firm also named Andrew Davis head of investment strategy. Previously director of macroeconomic research, Davis will lead the firm’s U.S. macroeconomic and market analysis efforts. He will also serve as the primary spokesperson for the chief investment office on investment strategy matters.
In the Philadelphia market, David Navarro was promoted to wealth director. Navarro will lead a team of advisors and client support professionals responsible for delivering wealth management services and financial planning solutions to clients throughout the region.
Meanwhile, Michael Paregian was appointed wealth director for Bryn Mawr Trust Advisors’ Delaware markets. A nine-year veteran of the organization who most recently served as senior financial advisor, Peregian will oversee advisory and client support teams across Delaware.
“Andrew, Brandon, David and Michael are proven leaders who bring deep expertise, sound judgement and a strong commitment to the clients and communities we serve,” Jamie Hopkins, chief wealth officer at WSFS and Bryn Mawr Trust, said in a statement.
“These appointments reflect the strength of our team and our continued focus on delivering thoughtful advice, strong local leadership and an exceptional client experience across the region.”
The promotions highlight the firm’s emphasis on internal talent development, with all four executives taking on expanded roles after serving in leadership positions within the organization.
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