Introduced in January as Hightower’s new boutique brand, Hightower Signature Wealth brings clients a more personalized, high‑touch advisory experience backed by national‑scale resources
Westport, Conn. — April 17, 2026
Jeffrey Corliss, managing director, Hightower Signature Wealth (HTSW) in Westport, was named a 2026 Top Advisor in Connecticut by both Forbes for the 6th year in a row and Barron’s for the 7th year in a row. These recognitions underscore Corliss’s reputation for integrity, sophisticated wealth planning, and a client-first approach that has distinguished the team for more than 35 years.
“Our January launch as Hightower Signature Wealth wasn’t about starting something new—it was about elevating what we’ve always done best,” said Corliss. “Clients want more than portfolio management. They want a partner who understands their family, their business, and the complexity of their financial lives. By combining our boutique service model with Hightower’s national resources, we’re delivering something clients rarely find in one place.”
Unlike traditional wealth management practices that rely on standardized models or siloed services, HTSW integrates comprehensive financial planning, advanced tax-aware strategies, business-owner advisory services, and multi-generational family-office support into a single, coordinated experience. The team’s long-standing roots in Westport, paired with Hightower’s scale, create a differentiated offering for high-net-worth families and entrepreneurs seeking both personalization and depth.
Through Hightower, clients gain access to institutional-level investment research, private-market opportunities, advanced planning tools, and a dedicated business-owner solutions team, while continuing to work with the same advisors they have trusted for years. This combination of continuity and expanded capability is central to the practice’s value proposition.
With Corliss’s recent award accolades from Forbes and Barron’s, HTSW moves into its next chapter with leadership committed to supporting the evolving needs of the Westport community—serving families, business owners, women, and those newly relocating to the area with thoughtful, high‑impact financial guidance.
About Awards Methodology
The Forbes | SHOOK Best-In-State Wealth Advisors ranking is based on a combination of qualitative and quantitative factors, including in-depth interviews, client impact, industry experience, compliance records, assets under management, and revenue. Over 4,800 advisors and 1,800 teams are also recognized in related “Best-in-State” categories.
The Barron’s 2026 Top Advisor Rankings by State list is based on assets under management, revenue produced for the firm, regulatory record, quality of practice, and philanthropic work. It recognizes the top 1,500 financial advisors nationwide.
About Hightower Signature Wealth
Hightower Signature Wealth (HTSW) is an advisory practice dedicated to delivering truly personalized financial guidance serving individuals, families, and business owners. Backed by the powerful resources of Hightower Advisors, one of the nation’s leading registered investment advisors (RIAs), HTSW Westport launched in January of 2026. The wealth management practice delivers sophisticated institutionally backed wealth management focused on the pillars of plan, protect, access, invest and simplify. Services provided include holistic financial planning, investment management, and wealth strategy services to individuals, families, and business owners. HTSW has 19 nationwide offices and over 50 plus advisors. For more information, visit www.hightowersignature.com.
This Rating is provided on April 7, 2026 by Forbes. It covers the period 6/30/24-6/30/25. There was no compensation exchanged in consideration for or the use of this Rating. For more information, please visit https://www.forbes.com/lists/best-in-state-wealth-advisors/.
This Rating is provided on March 20, 2026 by Barron’s. It covers the period 9/30/24-9/30/25. There was no compensation exchanged in consideration for or the use of this Rating. For more information, please visit https://www.barrons.com/advisor/report/top-financial-advisors/1000?page=1.
Hightower Signature Wealth is a group comprised of investment professionals registered with Hightower Advisors, LLC, an SEC registered investment adviser. Some investment professionals may also be registered with Hightower Securities, LLC (member FINRA and SIPC). Advisory services are offered through Hightower Advisors, LLC. Securities are offered through Hightower Securities, LLC.
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