Former U.S. Bancorp and Merrill Lynch advisor joins Prudential Advisors

NEWARK, N.J., Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Prudential Advisors, the wealth management arm of Prudential Financial, Inc. ((PRU), welcomes Zachary Karason, a Cleveland-based financial advisor with more than 12 years of financial services experience. Responsible for over $106 million in total client assets at U.S. Bancorp Advisors, Karason joins Prudential Advisors through the firm's Mid America Financial Group, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.

"Zach has built a respected wealth management practice, earning the trust of individuals, executives, business owners, and families through personalized advice and lasting relationships," said John Begley, managing director, Prudential Advisors. "We are excited that Zach has joined our firm, where he will have access to an expanded and robust investment platform, enhanced planning resources, and industry-leading technology that will allow him to serve clients more effectively while increasing the efficiency of his practice."

Karason received his bachelor's degree from Northwood University. He began his financial services career at Merrill Lynch, becoming an assistant vice president before joining U.S. Bancorp Advisors as a wealth management advisor.

"I wanted the freedom to run my practice in the way I believe best serves my clients," said Karason. "My approach is grounded in transparency and education to help clients better understand and navigate what can be a complex financial world. With Prudential Advisors' expanded support, innovative technology, and greater flexibility, I can deliver a more personalized client experience and offer objective, customized advice with fewer constraints."

Prudential Advisors provides an open-architecture platform for experienced financial professionals who are looking to grow their businesses, backed by a well-respected national enterprise with the scale to help them succeed in a competitive marketplace.

"I'm thrilled that Zach is joining our growing team in the greater Cleveland market," says Pat Hynes, president of Prudential Advisors. "At Prudential Advisors, he will have all the tools and resources he needs to make a smooth transition and take his practice to the next level. We look forward to helping him thrive."

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