
Financial Advisor
Cassidy Russo is a Baton Rouge–based Financial Advisor with NYLIFE Securities LLC and a Financial Professional with New York Life and operates through Southland Wealth Strategies, LLC. With 16 years of experience, Cassidy helps individuals, families, and businesses plan for greater financial security through personalized, relationship-focused guidance.
As part of a second-generation New York Life family, Cassidy follows in the footsteps of his father, Scott Russo, who has dedicated more than 40 years to serving clients through New York Life. This long-standing family commitment reflects a tradition of integrity, personal service, and trusted financial guidance.
Through his work with New York Life, NYLIFE Securities LLC, and Eagle Strategies LLC, Cassidy helps clients better understand their options, identify meaningful financial goals, and develop strategies designed to support both today’s needs and tomorrow’s opportunities. Known for professionalism, attention to detail, and a client-focused approach, Cassidy is committed to helping clients make confident financial decisions at every stage of life.

Gavin Landry serves as a Financial Advisor at Southland, where he works with individuals, families, and business owners to help them create financial strategies centered around their long-term goals and values. He is passionate about building meaningful relationships and helping clients navigate important financial decisions with confidence and clarity.
A native of White Castle, Louisiana, Gavin graduated summa cum laude from Northwestern State University with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a concentration in Finance. While at Northwestern State, he walked on to the football team, later earning a scholarship and serving as a two-time team captain.
Gavin credits much of his personal and professional approach to the values instilled in him growing up in a small town—hard work, discipline, faith, and consistency. Those principles continue to guide the way he serves his clients and community today.
He and his wife, Caroline, live in Baton Rouge. Outside of work, Gavin enjoys fitness, distance running, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.