River Wealth Advisors Builds on Strong 2025 Momentum, Positioning Firm for Long-Term Growth in Wealth Planning
Firm’s investments in people, technology, and strategic growth reinforce its role as a modern, independent RIA
Camp Hill, PA -- February 9, 2026 -- River Wealth Advisors (“RWA”), a well-established and growing independent registered investment advisory firm in Central Pennsylvania and the Lehigh Valley, closed out 2025 following a year of meaningful growth and strategic development, strengthening its position as a leader in comprehensive wealth management. In 2025, RWA’s assets grew by over 20%, reflecting a combination of market conditions and client growth adding just over $250 million in assets, bringing total assets under management to $1.46B. This notable growth builds on the firm’s progress since it completed a successful leadership change and added a minority partner in 2021.
A key driver for RWA’s momentum in 2025 was its continued investment in talent and firm culture. RWA’s advisors and planners bring deep experience in areas such as business ownership, retirement, and trust and estate planning. They work closely with clients through a personalized, planning-first approach to guide wealth transfer and legacy decisions and support individuals and families through major life transitions like career changes, divorce, and widowhood.
“Our progress over the past year reinforces that growth and culture don’t have to be mutually exclusive,” said Edward O’Gorman, CEO and CIO of RWA. “We’re excited about where the firm is headed because we’ve been intentional about building a team that puts clients first, invests in one another, and thinks long-term. That focus on people and service is what continues to drive our success.”
As part of its commitment to talent, the firm named four new partners in 2025: Benjamin Dum, CFP®, Ralph Manna, AIF®, Jennifer Collins, CFP®, and Eric Wiegand, CFP®. The firm also expanded its team across advisory, planning, and operational roles to support client growth, strengthen internal collaboration, and build infrastructure for long-term scalability. Notable talent additions and promotions in 2025 include:
Vanessa Sobotta, Director of Operations, joined under a newly created role focused on optimizing workflows, coordinating the firm’s technology ecosystem, and improving efficiency across client and advisor processes as the firm grows.
Mitch Fenimore, MBA, Senior Vice President and Lancaster Market Leader, brings investment banking and M&A experience with a focus on business succession planning and liquidity events, enhancing the firm’s ability to serve business owners. His role also supports RWA’s goal to develop and expand its presence within the Lancaster market.
Bradford Houchins, CFP®, Senior VP and Wealth Advisor, contributes extensive experience in retirement planning, including 401(k) strategy and employer-sponsored retirement plans, helping clients navigate long-term financial security. Joining River Wealth in 2024 and promoted within a year of his arrival, Bradford’s role as a client relationship partner for the Lehigh Valley branch supports a growing client base, improves service delivery, and allows advisors to remain focused on planning and relationship management.
In 2025, RWA made meaningful investments in technology to enhance advisor impact. The firm strengthened its planning, CRM, and portfolio management systems with automation and AI-assisted tools, enabling advisors to spend less time on administrative work and more time focused on clients. These enhancements allow RWA to scale thoughtfully while preserving the high-touch, relationship-driven experience clients expect.
As part of its forward-looking strategy, RWA recently formalized an ownership and leadership transition framework aimed at preserving independence, creating internal career pathways, and ensuring continuity of service for clients across generations. Through this dedication to its people, infrastructure, and partnerships, RWA aims to strengthen its position in the wealth management industry and achieve sustainable, client-centered growth.
About River Wealth Advisors
River Wealth Advisors is an independent, fee-only, SEC-registered investment advisor, offering wealth management and retirement planning for individuals, business retirement plans, along with investment management for trusts and estates. The firm harnesses the skills of highly accredited and experienced professionals to assist clients in protecting and growing their assets. Growth in assets under management does not indicate investment performance or client results. For more information, visit riverwealthadvisors.com.
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