William Howard, CFP®
Investment Advisor Representative and Certified financial planner in Fort Lauderdale, FL
William Howard, CFP®
Founder, William Arthur Wealth | Fort Lauderdale, FL
William Howard, CFP®, is the founder of William Arthur Wealth, a boutique, concierge-style investment advisory firm based in Fort Lauderdale. With more than 25 years of experience in wealth management, he helps individuals and families navigate complex financial decisions with clarity and confidence, specializing in retirement planning, tax-efficient strategies, and personalized investment management.
A Central Florida native, William earned his degree in Finance from the University of Florida and began his career at SunTrust Banks, where he became one of the firm’s first Private Wealth Client Advisors in Orlando. He later served as Senior Vice President within the Private Wealth Group in Windermere, advising high-net-worth clients including corporate executives, professional athletes, and business leaders.
After earning his CFP® designation in 2002, William relocated to Fort Lauderdale to lead SunTrust’s largest Private Wealth team in South Florida. Under his leadership, the team grew assets under management to more than $1 billion and received the firm’s prestigious “Best of the Best” recognition.
In 2009, William joined a community bank as Director of Wealth Management, overseeing trust and brokerage services as part of the executive leadership team. In 2015, he launched William Arthur Wealth (formerly Benchmark Financial) to provide a more personalized, relationship-driven experience for clients seeking thoughtful guidance through life’s financial transitions.
William has served as Treasurer of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Sister Cities organization, a member of the Board of Governors at the Tower Club of Fort Lauderdale, and an Ambassador for The Financial Awareness Foundation. Outside of work, he enjoys photography and travel.
At William Arthur Wealth, the mission is simple: reduce financial complexity so clients can focus on what matters most — their lives, families, and future.
Investment advisory services are offered through Virtue Capital Management, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. William Arthur Wealth and Virtue Capital Management are independent of each other.