Bridget Weatherly

Bridget Weatherly is Senior Vice President – Investments and Branch Manager at Benjamin F. Edwards & Co., based in the Gulfport/Biloxi area of Mississippi. In this role since 2016, she leads the branch’s wealth management and investment advisory services, specializing in estate planning strategies and comprehensive financial planning for individual and family clients. Her responsibilities include overseeing client portfolios, branch operations, and delivering tailored investment solutions that align with clients’ long-term financial objectives.

Bridget’s investment focus covers a broad array of sectors, with particular expertise in estate planning, wealth management, portfolio construction, and retirement strategies. Her work involves advising clients on diversified assets, including equities, fixed income, and managed solutions designed for preservation and growth of wealth. As a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), she is dedicated to providing ongoing personalized guidance and leveraging Benjamin F. Edwards’ national resources for complex investment needs.

She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Banking and Finance from The University of Southern Mississippi and an Associate of Arts in Accounting and Business/Management from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. Bridget’s career spans over 26 years in financial services, and she has been recognized among South Mississippi’s Top 10 Business Leaders Under 40 by regional business publications for her impact in the industry.