Brian Murphy

Partner Advisor

Brian Murphy is a Partner Advisor in Allworth’s Tucson, Arizona, office. Previously, Brian was the founder and long-time president of Pathways Financial Partners, which merged with Allworth in 2020. A native of New Jersey, Brian graduated from the University of Arizona where he studied both English and Economics. After a decade of working for Wall Street firms, he embarked on his path as an independent fiduciary advisor—and he’s never looked back. A father of three, Brian enjoys spending his free time with his grandchildren or fishing and golfing. He lives with his wife of four decades in the Tucson area.

My primary goal with each client is to build a personal connection first, taking the time to truly understand their background, past experiences with investing, long-term goals, and what they’re hoping to gain from working with me and my team. I approach every relationship by asking thoughtful, probing questions, listening closely, and always putting the client’s needs first. Throughout our partnership, my clients can expect a high-touch, collaborative experience where we focus on clearly defining goals and consistently meeting expectations.

Every day brings something new, and after more than four decades in this profession, I’ve come to appreciate these challenges as opportunities to serve. Specifically, I have had the immense privilege of guiding many clients to and through retirement with dignity. This perspective shapes everything I do. I’ve seen firsthand the value of long-term planning, steady guidance, and building relationships rooted in trust.

After four decades in the industry, I've had the privilege of guiding generations through life's challenges and helping them retire with clarity, confidence, and dignity.

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