Craig is a seasoned wealth advisor with more than 20 years of experience serving individuals, families, and corporate clients across the country. He specializes in comprehensive wealth planning and insurance strategies tailored to individual needs, while also helping businesses attract and retain top talent through tax-efficient executive benefit solutions. Prior to joining Farther, Craig founded Stearns Wealth Management, building on decades of trusted client relationships spanning New York, Connecticut, California, and Florida.

Craig is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER^® professional and holds his FINRA Series 7 and 66 securities registrations. He earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Fine Arts from New York University.

Originally from California, Craig has called the East Coast home for more than 40 years. He lives in Fairfield, Connecticut, and enjoys playing music, restoring his vintage Triumph, and spending time with his three sons. A passionate golfer, Craig brings plenty of energy to the course -though he’ll be the first to admit he’s not chasing a scratch handicap.