
Nicole HefnerNicole Hefner, CFP®, CEPA®Vice PresidentWealth Advisor
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About Nicole
Nicole Hefner is a Vice President and Wealth Advisor with The Washingtonian Group at J.P. Morgan Wealth Partners.
She partners with ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families, studying each client's unique circumstances to craft strategies aligned to meet their specific goals. Recognizing both the opportunities and challenges that wealth presents, Nicole applies thoughtful analysis and guidance to her work. Known for her approachable nature, she builds enduring relationships with each client family, fostering a boutique-like experience built on trust. She leverages a bespoke approach to wealth management, creating a financial strategy that is integrated, aligned and positioned to help address evolving needs.
With over a decade of experience in wealth management, Nicole holds both the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® and Certified Exit Planning Advisor® designations, underscoring her commitment to professional excellence and strategic guidance.
Nicole is a graduate of The George Washington University, where she earned a B.B.A. in Finance & Marketing and played Division I Lacrosse.
CFP Board owns the marks CFP® and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® in the U.S.
CEPA® and Certified Exit Planning Advisor® are registered trademarks owned by Exit Planning Institute
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