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February 11, 2026Natarelli Honored as one of the Best-in-State Women Wealth Advisors by Forbes
Maria Natarelli, CFP®, BFA™, CRPC™, CDFA®, Private Wealth Advisor and Managing Partner of Inspire Confidence Group®, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial, LLC, in Albany, NY, was named to the list of “Forbes Best-in-State Women Wealth Advisors” published by Forbes. The list recognizes financial advisors who have demonstrated high levels of ethical standards, professionalism, and success in the business.
The rankings are based on data provided by thousands of the nation’s most productive advisors. Natarelli was chosen based on assets under management, industry experience, compliance record and best practices in her practice and approach to working with clients.
Natarelli graduated from Siena College with a degree in Marketing & Management and has 19 years of experience as an advisor with Ameriprise Financial.
Inspire Confidence Group® is operated by managing partners: Saša Mirković, CFP®, MBA, BFA™, CEPA® Private Wealth Advisor; Maria Natarelli, CFP®, CRPC®, BFA™, CDFA®, Private Wealth Advisor; Mark Keeling, MBA, CFP®, BFA™, ChFC®, CLU®, APMA™, CEPA® Financial Advisor; Andrea Kirk, CFP®, CRPC™, APMA™, Private Wealth Advisor; Derek Shoden, CFP®, BFA™, CEPA®, Financial Advisor; Brent Makarczyk, CFP®, CRPC™, APMA™, Private Wealth Advisor; Kayla Wells, Operations Director; and Joanne Augstein-Collins, Business Development Director.
Established in 2006 the 33-person team, including 14 advisors, works to inspire a more confident future for clients through a collaborative advisory experience. Integrity and their clients’ interests are their highest mission. They create a family-focused client experience aimed to simplify life and reduce stress for clients and team members alike. They strive for excellence through leadership and teamwork. Inspire Confidence Group pursues life balance while making a positive impact in the communities where they live and work.