San Diego, CA – May 5,2025 — Independent Financial Group, LLC (IFG) proudly hosted its 2025 Elite Advisor Conference at the luxurious Fairmont Kea Lani in Maui, Hawaii, bringing together top performing advisors, valued partner sponsors, and home office leadership for a week of recognition, connection, and celebration.
This year’s conference honored 82 Elite qualifiers, each of whom met a minimum gross dealer concession (GDC) of $900,000 in 2024, with 60 advisors attending alongside their spouses, children, 16 partner companies, and IFG home office staff. The exclusive event served as both a reward for exceptional performance and an opportunity to strengthen relationships across the IFG community.
Conference highlights included an inspiring keynote address by legendary big-wave surfer and entrepreneur Laird Hamilton, insightful presentations from IFG’s strategic partners, and a variety of group activities including snorkeling adventures, golf outings, and plenty of time to relax and take in the natural beauty of the resort.
A highlight of the week was the recognition of Joyce Thomas as IFG’s 2024 Elite Advisor of the Year, with an impressive GDC exceeding $5 million. Joyce’s remarkable achievements and leadership embody the high standards and dedication that define IFG’s Elite community.
“Our Elite Advisor Conference is a meaningful way for us to recognize the advisors who go above and beyond,” said David Fischer, IFG’s Co-founder & CMO. “Maui provided the perfect backdrop to celebrate their achievements and build lasting connections with our IFG family.”
The 2025 Elite Conference reflects IFG’s continued commitment to supporting the success and growth of its advisors while fostering a collaborative and values driven culture.
About Independent Financial Group
Independent Financial Group, LLC (IFG), is a privately held independent broker-dealer in San Diego, California. Founded in 2003, IFG supports over 600 independent financial professionals across more than 400 offices nationwide with a comprehensive suite of business solutions. IFG is an eight-time winner of the Inc. 5000 list of “Fastest Growing Private Companies in the US.” The San Diego Business Journal ranked IFG #7 among the Largest Private Companies in San Diego in 2022 and 2023. In 2024, Financial Planning Magazine ranked IFG 3rd for women as a percentage of producing representatives and 7th for financial advisor payout, while InvestmentNews ranked the firm in the top 10 for payout and account assets. Financial Advisor Magazine listed IFG as the 15th largest national independent broker-dealer and #2 for privately held broker-dealers based on gross revenue in 2025.