Our History in Brief

A Tradition of Excellence

Welcome to the Smith Anglin Financial History Timeline—a journey through our evolution from a traditional accounting firm to a trusted leader in comprehensive wealth management. With over 25 years of specialized experience serving pilots and deep expertise in airline plan benefits for major carriers, we’ve built a legacy of integrity, accountability, and long-term client relationships. Explore our milestones to see how we’ve continually prioritized our clients’ financial success and continue to foster an award-winning company culture.
“We founded our firm in 1967 as a traditional accounting office. Half a century later, Smith Anglin is a full service wealth advisory firm with a national footprint and a world-class team. We’re proud to be a leader in retirement readiness for the airline industry.”

~ Steve Anglin

Our History in Brief

Our Foundation

Smith Anglin & Co. founded in 1967 as a partnership between Walter D. Smith and Bobby H. Anglin.

Building on the Tax Planning Legacy

Partner Steve Anglin joins the firm in August 1986, expanding Smith Anglin’s accounting and tax planning expertise.

Growing Our Client Base

Partner Chris Lott joins the firm and merges his clients from his previous wealth management practice.

Focusing on Pilots

Partners Steve Anglin and Chris Lott offer financial planning services starting with Southwest pilots.

Partners Weston Pollock and Rex Moxley join the firm bringing key pilot relationships and experience with Delta and United retirement programs.

A Rise to the Top

Smith Anglin becomes a registered rep under HD Vest Investment Securities and becomes the top producing office for two years in a row.

Our Independent Advisory Practice Debuts

Smith Anglin Financial launches as an independent Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) and establishes a custodial relationship with Fidelity Investments.

Adopting the Multi-Custodian Model

Smith Anglin Financial adds Charles Schwab Investments as a second custodian to offer its wealth advisory clients access to a greater selection of investment options.

Office Relocation

Smith Anglin continues to grow and relocates to a newer, larger office building so we have room to expand our team.

Expanding Our Airline Expertise

Smith Anglin Financial acquires pilot-focused advisory firm Rhoads Lucca Capital, adding FedEx to its airline portfolio and expanding The 401k AutopilotSM program to pilots from major commercial and carrier airlines.

Acquisitions and Expansion

Smith Anglin Financial acquires RMG Capital adding senior advisor Gary Shalhoob, CFA to the wealth advisory team and $100MM in assets under management.

More office is needed for our growing team and Smith Anglin relocates to a new, even larger space at our present location.

Named to Financial Times 300 Top Registered Investment Advisers in US

Smith Anglin named a Top 300 Registered Investment Advisers in US by Financial Times.

Rated Best Places to Work for Advisors

Smith Anglin named by InvestmentNews to list of “Best Places to Work for Financial Advisers”.

Named to Financial Times 300 Top Registered Investment Advisers in US

Smith Anglin named a Top 300 Registered Investment Advisers in US by Financial Times.

Firm reaches 1 billion in AUM despite the challenges of the COVID pandemic and sets a firm record new assets under management.

Rated Best Places to Work for Advisors

Smith Anglin named by InvestmentNews to list of “Best Places to Work for Financial Advisers”.

Rated Best Places to Work for Advisors

Smith Anglin named by InvestmentNews to list of “Best Places to Work for Financial Advisers”.

Rated Best Places to Work for Advisors

Smith Anglin named by InvestmentNews to list of “Best Places to Work for Financial Advisers”.

Firm acquires Mulvihill Asset Management LLC after having a joint revenue share since 2017.

Smith Anglin named to the Forbes Top RIA Firms 2023 list using data from Shook Research.

The firm increases our existing office space by 50% to accommodate more team members and allow for an environmental upgrade to our daily workspace.

Smith Anglin ends the year by reaching another AUM milestone of $1.5B and continues to set firm records for new assets and client retention.

Rated Best Places to Work for Advisors

Smith Anglin named by InvestmentNews to list of “Best Places to Work for Financial Advisers”.

Rated Best Places to Work for Advisors

Smith Anglin named by InvestmentNews to list of “Best Places to Work for Financial Advisers”.