Empire Financial Partners

EMPIRE FINANCIAL PARTNERS, an independent office of John Hancock Financial Network, has been helping individuals, families, and business owners realize their financial goals for over 100 years.

We are primarily a New York state based organization with offices in Albany, Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Saratoga Springs, Binghamton, and Fairport, New York; plus;  Erie, Pennsylvania, and Richmond, Virginia.

The firm is headed by Robert M. Burgio, Managing Partner and is one of the John Hancock’s largest regional firms with approximately 100 full time representatives and is based in Albany, NY.

We are affiliated with John Hancock Financial Network, a nationally recognized financial services organization with over 100 offices across the United States, which is part of John Hancock.

John Hancock Financial Network’s reputation is built on a network of experienced professionals who possess a range of experience across many disciplines. These professionals are entrepreneurs - dedicated to providing you with up-to-date industry information and to serving as valued business partners.

John Hancock Financial Network also has a strong reputation as a leader in providing innovative solutions to individuals, families, and businesses. This reputation was achieved through a commitment to excellence at every point of contact. It begins with a dedication to you - to listen, to advise, to build a relationship - and is an ongoing process.

John Hancock Financial Network provides us with comprehensive support as we address your diverse needs. Our associates have the wisdom and experience in many disciplines, which helps us ensure that we meet your needs effectively. They also have a commitment to technology and service, which enables constant innovation in conducting business and in ensuring that a dedicated and knowledgeable service structure is available to continually support you.

Empire Financial Partners is comprised of a dedicated team of professionals with extensive experience in finance, insurance, and investment management. Many of our associates have attained advanced degrees and professional designations to enhance their ability to best represent you and respond to your unique needs and your specific circumstances. Our associates are responsible for understanding your financial picture, applying a comprehensive strategy, and providing the appropriate resources to help you meet your goals and objectives. We embrace a team philosophy and work with your attorneys, accountants, trustees, and other professional advisors to help ensure an effective approach is taken when creating your financial strategies.