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Laila Bahman

Associate
Education and Credentials
University of California, Santa Barbara
B.S. in Statistics and Data Science

Laila joined SteelPeak Wealth as an Associate after earning her Bachelor of Science in Statistics and Data Science from the University of California, Santa Barbara, where she pursued an economics-focused course of study emphasizing statistical modeling, data analysis, and quantitative decision making. A Bay Area native, Laila was born and raised in Northern California before relocating to Southern California to begin her career with SteelPeak. She supports the firm's advisors in delivering a high-quality client experience through operational support, account administration, and analytical problem solving. Drawing on her strong quantitative background, she enjoys using data to improve processes, identify solutions, and contribute to thoughtful, client-focused financial planning.

Prior to joining SteelPeak, Laila gained experience in IT operations, service management, and analytics, where she developed a strong attention to detail and a passion for using data to drive informed decision making. She is committed to continuous learning and looks forward to expanding her knowledge of financial planning, investments, and wealth management as she grows with the firm.

Laila was drawn to wealth management because it combines analytical thinking with meaningful relationships. She values being part of a team that helps clients navigate important financial decisions with confidence and is passionate about contributing to each client's long-term success.

Outside of work, Laila enjoys traveling, dancing, exploring new matcha cafes, and spending time with friends, family, and her two dogs.

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Joe Mezzetta, CPA
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Mary Berg, CPA/PFS
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Lisa Tashtchian
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Andrew H. Jacobson
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Steven Dymant
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Ethan Ashbrook, CFP®
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Reza Zamani, AIF®, CPM®, CFS®, CAS®
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Annie Heller
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Jack Martin
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Steven K. Ridgeway, CPA
Tax Services Lead
Sam Sosa, J.D.
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Jessica Donovan, CFP®, AIF®
Sr. Wealth Advisor
Michael Nader, EA
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Jordan Peterson, CPFA®
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Flavia Nunes
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Ceasar Garvida, CFP®, CIMA®
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Kingsley Choi
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Bradley Triana
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Joe Fusaro
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Noah Barrionuevo
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Brandon McAuslen
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Leonard Green
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Curtis Cooper
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Alexandra Miller
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Katherine Neto, AWMA®
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Jess Boone
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Morten Roness, MBA
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Maz Esmailbeigi AIF®, CFS®, CAS®
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Rina Pineda, CPA, MST
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James Cordle
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Ashley Payrits
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Kim Zajic
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Heidi Wilson, WMCP®, CDFA®, SE-AWMA®
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Stacy Borek, CFP®
Wealth Advisor and Sr. Tax Associate
Christine Mueller Coley, CFP®, CDFA®
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
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