Lincoln Financial Network (LFN), the retail wealth management affiliate of Lincoln Financial Group (NYSE:LNC), announced today that Letitia “Tish” Gray, a private wealth advisor of Sagemark Consulting and registered representative of Lincoln Financial Advisors, was honored by InvestmentNews at their 3rd annual Women to Watch event in New York City. Women to Watch recognizes female advisors and executives who have elevated the financial advice industry through their success, leadership, willingness to share their expertise and contributions to the community. Gray was one of 20 women selected from more than 400 nominees reviewed by the publication.

“Tish truly embodies the attributes of the Women to Watch award as an advocate for her client’s best interests, a role model and mentor for the next generation of female advisors, and a force of influence for the financial advisory industry,” said John DiMonda, senior vice president and head of Lincoln Financial Advisors. “We are thrilled that Tish has been recognized for her professional and personal achievements and her passion for serving her clients and helping them secure their financial futures.”

Tish Gray was previously recognized by the InvestmentNews “40 Under 40” ranking in 2015, highlighting young talent in the financial advice industry who excel based on accomplishments, contribution to the industry, leadership and promise.

Gray earned a bachelor of science degree in psychology, philosophy and religion from Chatham University and received a certificate of Financial Planning from Southern Methodist University. Gray holds the professional designations of Long Term Care Professional (LTCP) and Chartered Retirement Professional Consultant (CRPC), in addition to FINRA series 6, 7, 63, and 65 registrations. Gray is a member of the WISE Group (Women Inspiring, Supporting, Educating) – an organization within LFN designed to better support the unique needs of female financial advisors and clients. She is also a senior volunteer with Crown Financial Ministries. Her practice is based in Dallas, TX.

About Lincoln Financial Group

Lincoln Financial Group provides advice and solutions that help empower people to take charge of their financial lives with confidence and optimism. Today, more than 17 million customers trust our retirement, insurance and wealth protection expertise to help address their lifestyle, savings and income goals, as well as to guard against long-term care expenses. Headquartered in Radnor, Pennsylvania, Lincoln Financial Group is the marketing name for Lincoln National Corporation (NYSE:LNC) and its affiliates. The company had $253 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2017. Lincoln Financial Group is a committed corporate citizen and was named one of the Forbes Best Employers for 2017, is a member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index North America, and received a perfect score of 100 percent on the 2018 Corporate Equality Index. Learn more at: www.LincolnFinancial.com. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram. To sign up for email alerts, please visit our Newsroom at http://newsroom.lfg.com.

About Lincoln Financial Network

Lincoln Financial Network is the marketing name for the retail sales and financial planning affiliates of Lincoln Financial Group and includes Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp. and Lincoln Financial Securities Corp., both members of FINRA and SIPC. Consisting of approximately 8,900 representatives, agents, and full-service financial planners throughout the United States, Lincoln Financial Network professionals can offer financial planning and advisory services, retirement services, life products, annuities, investments, and trust services to affluent individuals, business owners, and families. Lincoln Financial Group is the marketing name for Lincoln National Corporation (LNC) and its affiliates. Find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.