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BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - Janet Briaud has been awarded the Robert J. Underwood Distinguished Service Award by the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA). This is the highest award associated with this professional organization and is the exclamation point on a remarkable career.

Below is a release from the NAPFA:

The National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA) is thrilled to honor a distinguished group of professionals and firms with its prestigious 2024 award. These individuals and organizations exemplify the standards of excellence and commitment that NAPFA promotes in the field of Fee-Only financial planning.

College Station, Texas and only Texas Award Recipient:

Janet Briaud, CFP® has been awarded the Robert J. Underwood Distinguished Service Award, recognizing her exceptional long-term service to NAPFA and significant contributions to the advancement of Fee-Only financial planning, particularly through her active participation and leadership in various committees.

NAPFA Awards Program Criteria: Robert J. Underwood Distinguished Service Award

This award is presented for outstanding service to the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA) or the advancement of the practice of fee-only financial planning by an individual association or professional staff member. This award has been presented for exceptional, long-term service to NAPFA, primarily through committee service or other similar contributions. “Unsung hero” or “above and beyond the call of duty” are two ways to describe past recipients.

Criteria considered by the Awards & Recognition Committee:

Contributions that significantly and consistently impact NAPFA and/or the advancement of the profession through service to the Association.
Demonstrated ability and willingness to serve as a teacher or formal/informal mentor to other professionals.
Demonstrated leadership commitment and involvement in NAPFA.

These contributions may be a single act or a cumulative performance. Significance will be measured by a positive impact on practitioners, consumers, or the profession as a whole. The effort exerted by the candidate will also be considered.

Potential Recipients: NAPFA member or staff.
Nomination Process: Nominations will be solicited from the membership through multiple communications channels. The nomination should identify the specific act(s) or performance for which the award is recommended, as well as a brief description of its impact.
Selection Process: A committee of three individuals will select from nominees submitted by the membership and the Board.
Presentation: The award will be made in conjunction with one of the National Conferences.
The award does not have to be granted every year.