Raymond James welcomes California financial advisor managing $160 million in assets

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Raymond James recently welcomed financial advisor Thomas K. Sutter, QPFC^®, to Raymond James & Associates (RJA) – the firm’s employee advisor channel – according to John Simmons, West Coast regional director for RJA.

Sutter joins the firm in Beverly Hills, California, from Morgan Stanley where he managed approximately $160 million in client and institutional assets. As Highmark Capital Management of Raymond James, he provides comprehensive wealth management guidance to high-net-worth families, corporate executives and business owners.

“After years of helping clients navigate complex decisions, I’ve learned that the right environment can elevate the impact I'm able to have on my clients,” said Sutter. “Raymond James’ people-first culture deeply aligns with how I approach every relationship. Coupled with the firm’s private wealth capabilities, research platform and steady leadership, I’m confident this move will empower the high-touch service my clients deserve.”

Sutter brings more than 20 years of financial services industry experience to his role as managing director and senior vice president of Wealth Management. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in finance from California State University and holds the Qualified Plan Financial Consultant^® professional designation.

About Raymond James & Associates
Raymond James & Associates, Inc. (RJA), member New York Stock Exchange/SIPC, is an industry leader in financial planning and wealth management services for individuals, high-net-worth families, corporations and municipalities. RJA is a wholly owned subsidiary of Raymond James Financial, Inc. (NYSE: RJF), one of the nation's premier diversified financial services companies with advisors throughout the United States, Canada and overseas. Total client assets are approximately $1.83 trillion as of Feb. 28, 2026. Additional information is available at raymondjames.com.