Matthew Pietzak, formerly with PNC Wealth Management, has launched an independent firm, Vantage Private Wealth in Naples, Fla.

With 17 years of experience in the financial industry, Pietzak will serve affluent individuals and families with financial planning and asset management services. The firm also will act as a family office for ultra-high-net-worth clients.

As a senior relationship strategist with PNC Wealth Management, Pietzak oversaw more than $300 million in client assets. He is working with TruClarity, a financial business support firm for independent RIAs based in Tampa, Fla.