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Reza Zamani, AIF®, CPM®, CFS®, CAS®

Founding Partner, CEO
Education and Credentials
University of California, Santa Barbara
AIF®, CPM®, CFS®, CAS®

Reza Zamani is a Founding Partner and CEO of SteelPeak Wealth.  Reza has specialized in investment advisory and financial planning to meet the specific needs of ultra-high net worth clients, with over 20 years of industry experience. SteelPeak Wealth represents the culmination of an approach combining responsible fiduciary services, excellent client service and innovative thinking.

Reza received his bachelor’s degree in Business Economics with a minor in Sports Management from the University of California at Santa Barbara, where he played NCAA Division I soccer. He believes his history as a high-level athlete prepared him well for the process of building a team that is enthusiastic, passionate and hard-working.  He also graduated from UCLA’s Management Development Program at the Anderson School of Management. Reza is an Accredited Investment Fiduciary and holds the Certified Portfolio Manager, CPM®, designation from Columbia University and the Academy of Certified Portfolio Managers. In addition, he is accredited as a Certified Fund Specialist, CFS®, and Certified Annuity Specialist, CAS®.

Reza spent the first 13 years of his career at two major Wall Street firms.  He served as a Senior Vice President at UBS and Senior Portfolio Director at Morgan Stanley before forming SteelPeak Wealth in 2012. During his early years with major Wall Street firms, he always envisioned an independent advisory firm dedicated to providing a higher level of value and exceptional service to clients. Today, Reza’s vision of a talented team of advisors and management providing distinguished fiduciary services to clients has come to fruition in SteelPeak Wealth. SteelPeak Wealth represents Reza’s ideals of innovation, tenacity and client empathy.

Reza believes that giving back to the community is vital. He has served as a board member for non-profit organizations such as Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center and The Wellness Community of Los Angeles. He is currently involved with the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu.  He is a frequent wealth management expert and contributor to many media outlets such as Fox Business News, Barron’s and The Wall Street Journal.  His passions include spending time with his two children, and focusing on daily fitness to enrich his physical and mental health.

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Career Highlights
Why did you get into wealth management?
Growing up, Reza witnessed firsthand how the right financial guidance could transform someone’s future. This inspired him to enter the world of wealth management with a clear purpose: to use his expertise to help others navigate the complexities of finance and investment.
What do you enjoy most about the work you do for SteelPeak clients?
Reza most values the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of SteelPeak's clients. SteelPeak Wealth doesn't just manage money – it helps people navigate some of the most important decisions of their lives. Whether it’s securing a comfortable retirement, funding a child’s education, or creating a legacy for future generations, the firm's role is to provide guidance that empowers clients to achieve their financial dreams.
What do you love to do outside of work?
Reza loves spending time with his family, especially his two children. He is dedicated to maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle, often found in the gym to stay fit. Additionally, Reza enjoys playing soccer on an adult team during the weekends, which not only keeps him physically active but also allows him to unwind and enjoy the camaraderie of team sports.
What is your favorite book or quote?
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
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Other Team Members

Pete Alliegro, CFA
Director of Business Development
Justin Iskander, CPA
Investment Analyst
Tyler Resh
Chief Growth Officer
Maddie Zakarian
Administrative Specialist
Lisa Tashtchian
Business Development Coordinator
Ryan Saidi, AIF®
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Mike Shotton
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Nick Sailer
Investment Analyst
Mike Janis
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Brendan Finneran
Senior Portfolio Manager
Amalia Uribe
Human Resources Manager
Daisy Stinson
Client Service Associate
Chris Shelburne
Director of Corporate Development
Michael Rashtian
Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Kim Zajic
Chief Administration Officer
Luke Anderson, AWMA®
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Ceasar Garvida, CFP®, CIMA®
Wealth Advisor
Rich Winer
Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Joseph Auday, CFP®, CRPC®
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Lexi Shaheri
Client Service Associate
Kingsley Choi
Wealth Advisor/Associate Wealth Advisor
Summer Larzelere
Senior Tax Consultant
James Cordle
Senior Trader
Katherine Neto, AWMA®
Client Service Associate
Nina Weiss
Client Service Associate
Stephanie Valderrama
Administrative Assistant
Flavia Nunes
Wealth Advisor
Nicolo Gori
Client Service Associate
Jim Bray, CFP®
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Cecilia Escobar
Senior Client Service Associate
Lioness Ebbay, Esq.
Director of Estate Consulting
Matthew Keller
Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Bardia Maghami
Fund Operations Associate
Heidi Wilson, WMCP®, CDFA®
Wealth Advisor
Robert Venezia
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Airene Williamson
Chief Legal Officer
Colin Kapp
Director of Marketing
Mark Koellner, CFP®, CRPC®
Wealth Advisor
Morten Roness, MBA
Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Alexis Prigo
Executive Assistant
Cole Murphy
Business Development Associate
Leonard Green
Compliance Manager
Omeri Davidi
Operations Associate
Michelle Nanoff
Senior Client Service Associate
Steven Dymant
Director of Alternative Solutions
Roger Lopez
Wealth Advisor
James Cotton
Operations Associate
Jordan Thatcher
Senior Tax Consultant
Teddy Weber, CPA
Tax Associate
Joshua Fein
Controller
Maz Esmailbeigi AIF®, CFS®, CAS®
Founding Partner, CIO
Tony Walsh
Chief Operating Officer
Sam Sosa
Wealth Advisor
Eric Chamberlain
Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Joseph Brandolino
Client Service Associate
Andrew H. Jacobson
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Wayne T. Slappy
Wealth Advisor
Rina Pineda, CPA, MST
Director of Tax Consulting
Victoria Harding
Corporate Development Analyst
Christine Mueller Coley, CFP®, CDFA®
Wealth Advisor
Spencer Mittin
Client Service Associate
Billy Yeh
Director of Insurance Solutions
John Perry, CPFA, CDS
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Ali Zamani AIF®, CFS®, CAS®
Founding Partner, CFO