William E. Milne
As a Partner and Private Wealth Advisor, Will leverages his deep financial expertise and strong community ties to deliver exceptional wealth management solutions for our clients.
Will's career began at a prestigious RIA firm near Philadelphia, where he honed his skills and established a reputation for excellence. There, he met and began collaborating with his long-term partner, Brett Canna. Recognizing the potential to broaden their impact, they strategically transitioned to Northwestern Mutual in 2016. This move formalized their partnership and ultimately led them to become the accomplished financial leaders at C3 they are today.
Will graduated with a bachelor’s degree in economics from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania. During his tenure at Penn, Will played as an offensive lineman for the football team, earning three varsity letters. Will has been recognized by Forbes magazine several times as a Best in State Top Financial Security Professional. He holds the designations of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) and Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU®). Will also holds the FINRA Series 7, 66 and 63 investment licenses along with the Life, Accident and Health Insurance license.
Will grew up in New York City, and now resides in Berwyn, with his wife, Elizabeth, and their sons, Brian, Cole, and Luke. Outside of the office, he is regularly involved in the community through various philanthropic endeavors and community outreach. He is an active supporter and founding board member of the Brian C. Zwaan Legacy Fund, which focuses on propelling young minds forward in the Philadelphia area. He also serves on the board of the Kyle Ambrogi Foundation, promoting suicide awareness and prevention among teens and young adults. Within the Penn community, Will continues to support the Penn Fund and the University of Pennsylvania Football team, serving as an Alumni Mentor. Additionally, Will, along with his firm, actively supports the fight against childhood cancer by contributing time and resources to the Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation.