Awards & Recognition
ascendancy financial group partners and advisors are recognized for their dedication, excellence, & expertise
Many of Ascendancy Financial Group’s partners and advisors have achieved national recognition for their commitment to excellence, strong industry credentials and the quality of the practice. We are proud of the commitment to excellence our advisors demonstrate each and every day! It is this very dedication that has established Ascendancy Financial Group as a lasting and valuable resource that our clients, colleagues and the communities we serve continue to embrace. The below magazines, companies and programs have honored us with their recognition - check out our achievements below!

Michael Maggiore of Ascendancy Financial Group was awarded with a Five Star Financial Professional 2022 award, and was featured in Fortune Magazine’s 40 Under 40 Advisors To Watch* article in their Feb/March 2022 issue!
He also achieved his Credentialed Holistic Financial Coach designation from Columbia University in 2022.
The Five Star Wealth Manager Award was given to Michael Maggiore on December 12, 2021, and was awarded by Crescendo Business Services, LLC (dba Five Star Professional). Neither the named award recipient nor any other party has paid or otherwise compensated Crescendo Business Services, LLC to be considered for or to win the award.

Eric Saenz of Ascendancy Financial Group was also awarded with a Five Star Financial Professional 2024 award, and was featured in Fortune Magazine’s 40 Under 40 Advisors To Watch* article in their Feb/March 2024 issue!

The Five Star Wealth Manager Award was given to Eric Saenz on December 7th, 2023 and was awarded by Crescendo Business Services, LLC (dba Five Star Professional). Neither the named award recipient nor any other party has paid or otherwise compensated Crescendo Business Services, LLC to be considered for or to win the award.
*The date on which the rating was given and the period of time upon which the rating was based on: the identity of the third party that created and tabulated the rating; and if applicable, that compensation has been provided directly or indirectly by the FP in connection with obtaining or using the third-party rating.
OVER 23 YEARS IN BUSINESS
Our expertise allows us to offer full-range, customizable guidance and proprietary strategies.
OVER 150 YEARS COMBINED EXPERIENCE
Our experience allows us to offer our signature holistic approach in creating the most effective plans possible for our clients.
$1B ASSETS UNDER CARE
Headquartered in Colts Neck, NJ but serving clients across the country, our Assets Under Management reflect many years of service and the confidence of our clients.