Joe Miller, Joins Ballast Rock Private Wealth as a Wealth Advisor

Joe Miller, Joins Ballast Rock Private Wealth as a Wealth Advisor

With a background in high yield and distressed debt, Mr. Miller brings complementary experience to this alternative investment-focused firm.

CHARLESTON, S.C., September 12, 2024 -- Ballast Rock Private Wealth (“BRPW”), an independent registered investment advisor that provides holistic financial advice to its clients today announced the expansion of its team with the addition of Joe Miller, who joins the firm as a Wealth Advisor based in New Canaan, CT.

With a background serving high and ultra-high net worth individuals and family office clients, Joe also brings considerable expertise in fixed income and alternative investments, having spent 20 years in High Yield and Distressed corporate credit including Bank Debt and Reorganized Equity. At BRPW, he will work with clients on comprehensive wealth management strategies, including tax mitigation, leveraging trusts, generational asset transfer and philanthropy, among others.

“Joe is a wonderful addition to our team,” said Ballast Rock Private Wealth CEO Andrew Mescon. “Given Joe’s institutional experience, his background and knowledge fit well with our focus on alternative investments. In his role as a financial advisor, Joe has demonstrated a deep understanding of his clients’ needs and has a track record of creating well-rounded plans that align with his client's goals and financial well-being.”

Prior to joining BRPW, Joe was a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch. He began his career at Morgan Stanley as a Fixed Income specialist before moving to High Yield and Distressed Corporate Credit trading. After leaving Morgan Stanley in 2009, Joe has had roles across sales, trading, and portfolio management in the High Yield and Distressed Corporate Credit asset class.

“I’m excited to join a firm that truly leads with alternatives, providing clients with investment opportunities typically available only to $100+ million clients,” Miller said. “In a commoditized world of investments, Ballast Rock seeks to provides alpha that other advisors and wealth managers typically don’t offer. I look forward to being part of one of the most dynamic and fastest-growing wealth management firms.”

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About Ballast Rock Private Wealth:

Ballast Rock Private Wealth is an independent Registered Investment Advisor that provides holistic financial advice to accredited high-net-worth individuals. The firm, formed last year by investment management firm Ballast Rock, focuses on offering objective, unbiased guidance with an enhanced focus on alternative investments.

About Ballast Rock

Ballast Rock is an integrated investment management company specializing in delivering risk-adjusted returns, accurate, and timely advice, high quality frequent reporting, and direct access to management. Ballast Rock operates Ballast Rock Asset Management, Ballast Rock Private Wealth, and Ballast Rock Capital. Ballast Rock Asset Management comprises Ballast Rock Real Estate, which includes the firm’s Sunbelt multifamily real estate funds, and Ballast Rock Ventures, comprising venture capital and private equity teams. Ballast Rock Private Wealth is a registered investment advisor, with a focus on alternative strategies. Ballast Rock Capital (member FINRA/SIPC) is an SEC-registered broker-dealer. Ballast Rock is committed to being a driver of positive change. The diversity of our team members brings valuable new perspectives to our industry for the benefit of our stakeholders and the broader community.

Investment Disclosure

The information contained in this press release has been prepared by Ballast Rock Holdings LLC (“Ballast Rock”) without reference to any particular reader’s investment requirements or financial situation. Potential investors are encouraged to consult with professional tax, legal, and financial advisors before making any investment into a private offering of securities. An investment in private securities would be speculative and would involve a high degree of risk. Investors must be prepared to bear the economic risk of such an investment for an indefinite period of time and be able to withstand a total loss of their investment. Please consider carefully the investment objectives, risks, transaction costs, and other expenses related to an investment prior to deciding to invest. Ballast Rock Capital LLC (“BRC”), MEMBER: FINRA SIPC. BRC’s registered head office is 460 King Street, Suite 200, Charleston, SC, 29403. Tel: 800-204-2513. To check background information about BRC and its representatives, visit FINRA’s BrokerCheck. Please see important disclosure information in our Form CRS.

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