Worcester advisors earn Five Star honors

Three Bartholomew & Company advisors recognized for 2026

Jim Cushman

WORCESTER—Three financial advisors from a Worcester-based wealth management firm have been recognized with a regional industry award for 2026.

Bartholomew & Company announced that Senior Wealth Advisors Jim Cushman, Tom Bartholomew and Joshua Paul were named 2026 FIVE STAR Wealth Managers, according to a company announcement.

The recognition marks the tenth consecutive year both Bartholomew and Paul have received the award, while Cushman, who joined the firm in 2018, earned the distinction for the fourth consecutive year.

The Five Star Professional award recognizes wealth management professionals based on criteria including client service, professional credentials and industry experience, according to the announcement. This year, 4,973 Boston-area wealth managers were considered, with 449 — about 9 percent — receiving the designation.

“We are incredibly proud to see Jim, Tom, and Joshua recognized once again for their dedication to serving clients with integrity and expertise,” Michelle Fuller, managing director of strategy and operations at Bartholomew & Company, said in the release. “Their continued commitment to excellence reflects the high standard we strive to uphold across our entire firm.”

Bartholomew & Company, founded in 1994, is headquartered at 370 Main St. in Worcester and also maintains an office in Framingham. The firm provides financial planning and wealth management services to individuals and organizations.

The 2026 award was presented in March based on data gathered during the prior 12 months, according to the announcement.