First County Advisors, the Wealth Management Division of First County Bank, has announced the addition of Andrew Pandolfo as vice president, wealth advisor, further expanding the firm’s capabilities in comprehensive financial planning and personalized client advisory services. First County Advisors combines a planning-led, boutique approach with the resources and stability of a longstanding financial institution.
Pandolfo brings over a decade of financial services experience to the bank, with a focus on comprehensive wealth planning and relationship-driven advisory. He has extensive experience working with high-net-worth individuals, including professional athletes and their advisors, delivering tailored strategies designed to address complex financial needs. In his role as wealth advisor, Pandolfo will focus on developing long-term client relationships and providing thoughtful, planning-led guidance to individuals and multigenerational families.
Prior to joining First County Advisors, Pandolfo served as a managing partner and financial advisor at Sols Point Capital. His career also includes tenures at such firms as Raymond James and Legg Mason. He was recognized as one of AdvisorHub’s 100 Next Gen Advisors to Watch in 2024 and is a multiyear recipient of the Raymond James Achiever’s Club award, along with several MVP awards during his time at Legg Mason. He will report directly to Scott Kapusta, senior vice president, chief wealth management officer for First County Advisors.
Kapusta said, “He (Pandolfo) brings a thoughtful, planning-first approach to advising clients, along with a strong track record of building lasting relationships. Andrew’s experience working with professional athletes and their advisors adds a unique dimension to our team and reflects our continued focus on delivering personalized, high-touch guidance backed by the resources of a trusted institution”.
Pandolfo holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Connecticut. He maintains his Series 7, 63, and 65 licenses, along with an Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS) designation.
First County Advisors, the Wealth Management Division of First County Bank, is grounded in the legacy and institutional security of First County Bank. It is dedicated to meeting the growing need for trusted, accessible financial planning and investment management resources in lower Fairfield County and beyond. First County Advisors provides individuals, families, business owners and nonprofit organizations with personalized guidance aligned to their objectives. Its experienced advisors help clients navigate the financial complexities of life’s milestones through a comprehensive, planning-led approach.
Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, for 175 years, First County Bank is an independent mutual community bank with 13 branches in Stamford, Norwalk, Darien, Greenwich, Fairfield, New Canaan and Westport offering deposit products, mortgages, wealth management, business banking services and a full array of digital banking products including mobile and online banking. First County Bank has more than 200 employees and assets in excess of $2.3 billion.
