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Happy Thanksgiving: Here’s What We’re Grateful For

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November 19, 2021 by Antonio Porretta, MBA, AAMS®

By Antonio Porretta

If there’s ever a time when we need to stop and take stock of all that we have to be grateful for, it’s now. With 2020 in the rearview mirror, many of us started the new year with hope and crossed our fingers for a turnaround. But even though 2021 has brought its own set of challenges, both globally and personally, we still have so much to give thanks for. 

Clearer Priorities

If you ask people what’s most important to them, they’ll likely say family or friends. But all too often, we let the busyness of life get in the way of the valuable things that make life fulfilling. I am thankful for the opportunities this past year has brought to shift my priorities, see from a different perspective, invest in what matters, and experience the joy that comes from living an intentional life. This has led to growing friendships, stronger family relationships, and too many memories to count!

Strong Health

This will always be on my gratitude list, but this year has brought a new level of appreciation for my health. When we are in good health, it’s easy to take it for granted. But our health is what allows us to live a high-quality life and gives us the ability to give our time and energy to others and our many and varied passions. Let’s take this time to appreciate it each and every day!

The Opportunity to Serve Our Clients

This year marks 21 years of having the honor of serving an incredible group of people, our clients! One of the most important parts of my life is joining you on your journey and supporting you as you pursue your goals. It is truly my joy to celebrate with you when you reach a milestone and be a shoulder to lean on when life gets shaky. As I reflect on all we’re grateful for this year, I want to make sure to thank you, our clients, for choosing Blackbridge Financial to guide you in your financial life. I look forward to investing in you and your family in the future!  

I hope that your Thanksgiving leaves you refreshed and ready to look forward with hope. Through it all, I am here for you and your family, just a phone call away. Reach out to me at antonio.porretta@lpl.com or call 704.960.9646 with your questions, concerns, or just to touch base before the end of the year. We are thankful for you! 

About Antonio

Antonio Porretta is an independent wealth manager at Blackbridge Financial with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in helping people create, distribute, and preserve their wealth. Antonio received an executive MBA from Saunders College of Business at Rochester Institute of Technology in 2007 and also holds the Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS®) designation. Originally from Rochester, NY, Antonio has been a resident of Harrisburg, NC, since 2007. Outside of work, he enjoys playing soccer and tennis, coaching, and spending time with his wife, Laura, and their children, Cristiano, Victoria, and Matteo. To learn more about Antonio and how he can make a difference in your financial life, visit www.blackbridgefinancial.com.

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Securities are offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA / SIPC. Blackbridge Financial is an other business name of Independent Advisor Alliance, LLC. All investment advice is offered through Independent Advisor Alliance, LLC, a registered investment adviser. Independent Advisor Alliance, LLC is a separate entity from LPL Financial. The LPL Financial representative associated with this website may discuss and/or transact business only with residents of the states in which they are properly registered or licensed. No offers may be made or accepted by residents of any other state. The LPL Financial Registered Representatives associated with this site may only discuss and/or transact securities business with residents with the following states: AK, AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IL, KY, IN, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, TX, TN, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV

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