Raymond James welcomes advisor managing $268 million in Texas
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Raymond James recently welcomed financial advisor Reece Nichols, AAMS®, CEPA®, to Raymond James Financial Services (RJFS) – the firm’s independent advisor channel – according to Joe Meyer, Central assistant division director for RJFS.
Nichols joins Raymond James from Edward Jones where he previously managed $268 million in client assets. Operating as Element Financial Services, based in Kilgore, Texas, he provides personalized financial strategies to families, individuals, family offices, business owners and clients in or nearing retirement.
“Joining Raymond James was a clear choice for our team given the firm is a leader in offering technology that gives advisors the tools to serve clients seamlessly. The capabilities the firm offers for private wealth and high-net-worth clients supports the specialized strategies that our clients deserve,” said Nichols. “To top it off, the firm’s strong support for succession planning and true business ownership offers advisors the freedom to build something lasting while remaining fully independent.”
Nichols has 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, primarily while affiliated at his previous firm. He holds a bachelor’s degree in agricultural economics from Texas A&M University in addition to the Accredited Asset Management Specialist® and Certified Exit Planning Advisor® professional designations.
About Raymond James Financial Services
Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. (RJFS), member FINRA/SIPC, is a financial services firm supporting independent financial advisors nationwide. Since 1974, RJFS provides a wide range of investment and wealth planning-related services through its affiliate, Raymond James & Associates, Inc., member New York Stock Exchange/SIPC. Both firms are wholly owned subsidiaries of Raymond James Financial, Inc. (NYSE-RJF), one of the nation’s premier diversified financial services companies with financial advisors throughout the United States, Canada and overseas. Total client assets are approximately $1.87 trillion as of April 30, 2026. Additional information is available at raymondjames.com.
Securities offered through Raymond James Financial Services, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advisory services are offered through Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. Element Financial Services is not a registered broker/dealer and is independent of Raymond James Financial Services.