Paul A. Perrault serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of BEACON FINANCIAL CORP., a leading provider of wealth management, investment advisory, and financial planning services. With over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, Perrault began his career as a financial analyst at a prominent Wall Street firm, where he quickly advanced to roles in portfolio management and institutional sales. His early expertise in fixed-income securities and risk assessment laid the foundation for a distinguished career marked by strategic foresight and client-centric innovation. Prior to joining BEACON FINANCIAL CORP. in 2015 as Chief Investment Officer, Perrault held executive positions at several top-tier firms, including Vice President of Strategy at Global Wealth Partners and Director of Asset Management at Horizon Capital. Under his leadership as CEO since 2018, BEACON has expanded its assets under management from $2.5 billion to over $8 billion, achieved through key acquisitions, the launch of proprietary ESG-focused investment funds, and the integration of advanced AI-driven analytics. His achievements include receiving the Industry Leadership Award from the Financial Services Association in 2021 and guiding the firm through volatile markets with annualized returns exceeding industry benchmarks. Perrault's vision emphasizes sustainable growth, technological empowerment, and unwavering integrity, positioning BEACON as a trusted partner for high-net-worth individuals and institutions. A graduate of Harvard Business School with an MBA in Finance, he is also actively involved in industry mentorship programs and serves on the board of several financial nonprofits.