The Wilkerson-Hale Group of Truist Investment Services, Inc. The Wilkerson-Hale Group of Truist Investment Services, Inc.

The Wilkerson-Hale Group of Truist Investment Services, Inc.

300 Summers St

Suite 120,

Charleston, WV 25301-0001

TheWilkersonHaleGroup@truist.com

Phone 304-357-6511

Fax 304-357-6501

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Who we are

The Wilkerson-Hale Group of Truist Investment Services, Inc. is committed to fostering a relationship built on service, and communication, which we strive to strengthen with each generation of our clients’ families. Our goal is to be there to help them build a solid foundation for each stage of life. 
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Specialties

  • Cash-flow forecasting, business planning, asset accumulation strategies, savings and tax planning, executive compensation, retirement distributions

  • Innovative, customized risk management strategies and solutions in partnership with McGriff and Truist Life Insurance Services, designed to protect every facet of your assets and income.

  • Market strategy insights, strategic and tactical asset allocation guidance, open-architecture investing platform, long-term investment strategies, alternative investments, private equity and debt offerings, and more

  • Exclusive educational events, whitepapers, articles, podcasts, legacy planning, next-generation education

  • Market strategy insights, strategic and tactical asset allocation guidance, open-architecture investing platform, long-term investment strategies, alternative investments, private equity and debt offerings, and more

Les Wilkerson
Les Wilkerson, AIF®
Financial Advisor
Director
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Matthew Hale
Matthew Hale
Financial Advisor
Karen Colakyan
Karen Colakyan
Client Service Associate
David Kirby
David Kirby
Financial Consultant
Elaina Smith
Elaina Smith
Business Development Officer
We take a four-step, personal approach to investing

Step One: Evaluate
We begin by having meaningful discussions to help thoroughly understand the client’s current financial position and future expectations.

Step Two: Create a Financial Plan
We’ll structure a comprehensive plan and a series of recommendations that will help the client understand what it will take to accomplish their goals.

Step Three: Asset Allocation
The financial plan is implemented by investing the client’s assets to strive to match their risk profile and future goals.

Step Four: Ongoing Review
We’re committed to regular client communication and continued monitoring and reviewing of the investment portfolio and financial plan. 

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