Peter is a graduate of Seton Hall University, where he received his Bachelor of Science
degree in Finance. Peter began his finance career at Bank Brussels Lambert located in
New York City as a currency trader. Peter was then promoted to Vice President of Risk
Management and was responsible for the Foreign Exchange desk, proprietary currency
trading and strategic positioning for the bank's portfolio. Peter then joined the Capital
Markets team to focus on currency futures and options, interest rate swaps, derivatives
and emerging market products. After ten successful years in banking and trading,
Peter's career focus changed when he joined Smith Barney as a Financial Advisor in
1999.
At Smith Barney, Peter's network of banking professionals allowed him to build a sizable
wealth management business. Peter utilized tools available to assist clients with
developing balanced investment portfolios as part of their financial plan, which also
included education and retirement planning strategies. In 2004, Peter attained the firm's
Financial Planning Specialist designation and was asked to be the branch liaison for
Smith Barney Asset Management and Consulting Group services. Peter was also
proud to initiate the practice of hiring local college interns within the branches at Smith
Barney. Many interns were well regarded and were offered full-time positions upon
graduation. Some continue to work in the business today, including Michael Mccarthy,
who is currently employed as the Operations Manager at Bridgehaven Financial
Advisors.
In 2006, Peter embarked on an association with Wachovia Securities Financial Network,
LLC to create an independent financial advisory practice named Bridgehaven Financial
Advisors. With the acquisition of Wachovia by Wells Fargo in December 2008, our
association changed to Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC. Bridgehaven
Financial Advisors currently serves high net worth individuals, business owners
and corporations with a mission of providing unparalleled service as we continuously
deliver comprehensive wealth management strategies.
As President and Branch Manager of Bridgehaven Financial Advisors, Peter is
responsible for managing the business relationship with Wells Fargo Advisors Financial
Network and is also responsible for the compliance requirements of the practice. In
addition, Peter maintains his consultative approach and long-term vision to build strong
relationships with his clients and their families. Peter's focus includes adding value in
the areas of investment planning, retirement planning, estate and trust planning,
education funding, equity strategy, professional money management, alternative
investments, life insurance, annuities, and providing access to lending services through
Wells Fargo affiliates. Peter has passed Series 3, 7, 9, 10, 63, and 65 securities
registration exams. He is licensed as an insurance professional with experience in Life,
Health, Disability and Long-Term Care insurance. Peter has attained the Chartered
Financial Consultant® (ChFC®) professional designation from the American College in
May 2016 and is an Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF). Peter also proudly earned
the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ® (CFP®) certification in April 2021 as part of his
commitment to serving his clients' best interests.
Peter Bruno is currently securities licensed in 43 states including his home state of
domicile and principal place of business, New Jersey.
Peter resides in Berkeley Heights, NJ with his wife of over 30 years and has three
grown children, Frank, Christina and Michael. Peter enjoys the beach, traveling with his
family and playing golf when time permits.
CA Insurance License Number: 0G97375. Resident State NJ