Raymond James welcomes financial advisor managing approximately $550 million in Houston, Texas

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Raymond James recently welcomed financial advisor Michael Rogala to Raymond James & Associates (RJA) – the firm’s employee advisor channel – according to Edward Sudzina, Southwest regional director for RJA.

Based in Houston, Texas, Rogala arrives from Merrill Lynch where he managed approximately $550 million in client assets. As part of Alex. Brown-Raymond James, his practice serves families and entrepreneurs who are contemplating or preparing for the sale of a business.

“After evaluating the private wealth platforms available to serve ultra-high-net-worth clients, I chose Alex. Brown because its capabilities align with the complex needs of the families and entrepreneurs I advise,” said Rogala, managing director. “The firm’s planning resources and investment banking support strengthen my ability to help clients navigate business transitions and preserve their financial legacies.”

Rogala has 20 years of financial services experience and joins RJA after 15 years at his previous firm. His experience is backed by an MBA from Texas A&M University.

“Michael’s depth of experience serving families and entrepreneurs makes him an excellent addition to Alex. Brown and RJA,” said Sudzina. “We are pleased to welcome him to Raymond James and support his continued work with ultra-high-net-worth clients in Houston.”

Raymond James & Associates, Inc. (RJA), member New York Stock Exchange/SIPC, is an industry leader in financial planning and wealth management services for individuals, high-net-worth families, corporations and municipalities. RJA is a wholly owned subsidiary of Raymond James Financial, Inc. (NYSE-RJF), one of the nation's premier diversified financial services companies with advisors throughout the United States, Canada and overseas. Total client assets are approximately $1.93 trillion as of July 31, 2026. Additional information is available at raymondjames.com.