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BFT Financial Welcomes Accomplished Investment Broker As Director of Marketing
Seasoned Veteran, Sam Kayem brings an array of talents to firm

Tarrant County – BFT Financial, LLC is proud to announce Sam Kayem as its new Director of Marketing. In addition to his extensive background in financial marketing, Mr. Kayem brings a wealth of knowledge to the firm in numerous other areas. His responsibilities include marketing, business development and recruitment and training of new financial advisors.

Upon graduating from Texas Tech University and serving a tour in Vietnam as a combat medic, Sam Kayem began his career in Human Resources. Soon after, he delved into the financial industry and became the top producing and asset-gathering broker for his office six years running. He later went on to join UBS Paine Webber as Senior Vice President. During his tenure, he recieved many accolades including consistently being one of the highest producing brokers for the firm. Mr. Kayem was also a familiar voice to the listeners of WBAP Radio, where he was a Stock Market Commentator for eleven years.

Kayem spent numerous years as a Senior Mediator for Dispute Resolution Services. He completed over 200 mediations and was recognized as Mediator of the year in 2008. Currently, Mr. Kayem serves as a Non-Public Arbitrator for the Dispute Resolution Board of Arbitrators.

“We are thrilled to have someone of Sam’s caliber and expertise join our firm,” says Stephen Tally, CEO, BFT. “I feel confident he will help us continue to grow under the values we are founded upon.”

About BFT Financial
BFT Financial Group, LLC is a broker/dealer and registered investment advisory firm that was founded by Sammy Tally and Steve Freeman in 1994. BFT is built on principles of integrity and vast knowledge and experience in the financial planning industry. BFT offers a comprehensive list of financial products, services and custodians with a focus on customized options to meet each client’s needs. In addition to providing superior customer service, BFT also provides a positive workplace environment that fosters growth and professionalism for their staff. BFT’s advisors span the globe from Dallas-Fort Worth to Hong Kong.

Independent Investment Advisory & Financial Planning Firm

COLLEYVILLE, TX Hutto Retirement Advisors (www.huttoretirement.com) is pleased to announce the recent opening its new office in Colleyville. Located on Cheek Sparger Road, Hutto Retirement Advisors is conveniently located in the center of Northeast Tarrant County.

Founder Greg Hutto has 14 years of experience in the financial services industry. He was previously a financial advisor with UBS PaineWebber, Raymond James and two other independent firms. “I am thrilled to be back in northeast Tarrant County, where I believe I can be a positive local influence,” stated Hutto. This area of the Metroplex is very progressive, and I am looking forward to meeting new people and becoming an advisor to our community.”

A specialist in alternative investments, Hutto believes his strategy of including investments such as equipment funds as part of a more diversified portfolio allows individuals the potential to lessen the risk of investing, without sacrificing the potential for strong returns. “Its amazing how much of the big swings in a person’s portfolio can be reduced if 20 to 25% of one’s portfolio is allocated in these investments. They tend to act as “checks and balances” to a traditional stock and bond portfolio, and often perform well when stocks and bonds go south. My clients were very pleased with the results of this strategy in the year 2008, when stocks were down around 37% on average”

Hutto is a Certified Financial Planner, and completed this certification in 1999. In addition, he holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation, which is a mark of distinction that is globally recognized by employers, investment professionals and investors as the definitive standard by which to measure serious investment professionals. To obtain the CFA designation, one must have a bachelorís degree, and complete and pass three exams requiring approximately 250 hour of study time per exam. In addition, CFA charter holders must meet professional and ethical requirements to obtain their charter.

Bedford-based BFT Financial (www.bftfinancial.com) is the broker dealer for Hutto Retirement Advisors. “I have been very impressed with the management at BFT, shared Hutto. “Their support was a primary factor in moving and establishing my independent practice. They are very familiar with and supportive of alternative investments.” A professional financial firm who lends integrity, knowledge, experience and guidance to financial professionals, BFT Financial provides a positive support environment for growth, client retention and services surrounding financial needs.

Hutto Retirement Advisors provides a complimentary portfolio review for all of its clients, as well as a variety of educational events, dinners and get togethers.

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