Michael Pharr

Michael Pharr is a Partner at Summit Financial Wealth Advisors in Lafayette, Louisiana, where he provides comprehensive wealth management and investment advisory services to high-net-worth individuals and families. As a CFP® professional, his key responsibilities include portfolio construction, retirement planning, and overseeing client relationships, focusing on a disciplined approach to asset allocation and long-term financial strategy.

He has extensive experience across multiple sectors, including equities, fixed income, and alternative investments, with specialized expertise in crafting diversified portfolios tailored to individual client objectives. Michael’s background includes significant tenures as Vice President-Investments at Legg Mason and as a Financial Advisor at Paine Webber, where he developed his proficiency in securities selection and risk management.

Michael holds a degree from Louisiana State University and is recognized for his commitment to fiduciary standards and holistic financial planning. Over his 25+ year career, he has guided clients through complex market environments and contributed to the development of best practices in financial advisory within the Louisiana wealth management community.