Raymond James attracts $350M Merrill team

A five-person team that managed $350 million in client assets at Merrill Lynch has joined the employee unit of Raymond James. Led by Brian Pick and Terri Fought, who operate as Pick Fought Wealth Advisors in Williamsport, Pa., the team includes analyst Michael Bridgham, adviser Craig Fought and service associate Christine Engel. "We are delighted to welcome Brian, Terri, Mike, Craig and Christine to Raymond James and to help us establish the first RJA office in Williamsport," said Bill Theis, Raymond James & Associate's mid-American complex director. "They are an exceptional team with a great reputation, and we believe, as they tap into all the tools and resources we have to support both their practice and their clients, they will be even more successful in growing their business." Mr. Pick began his financial services career in 1996 at Merrill Lynch. At Pick Fought Wealth Advisors, he oversees the investment strategy, determining the most appropriate asset allocation and investments for clients based on both internal and external research. Terri Fought began her career at Merrill Lynch in 1997. Prior to that she owned and operated several retail stores in Bloomsburg, Pa.