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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 25 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

Drew Clanton
Operations Associate
Shelby Brennan, CPA, CFP®
Sr. Tax Consultant & Family Office Manager
Lucas McDonnell
Client Service Associate
Anthony Kim
Portfolio Manager
Ryan Saidi, AIF®
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Steve Racius
Associate Wealth Advisor
Lisa Tashtchian
Sr. Client Service Associate
Mike Janis
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Teddy Weber, CPA
Tax Associate
Steven K. Ridgeway, CPA
Tax Services Lead
Morten Roness, MBA
Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Katherine Neto, AWMA®
Client Service Associate
Stephanie Valderrama
Administrative Assistant
Wyatt Gibson
Junior Tax Associate
Rachel Otto
Staff Accountant
Joseph Brandolino
Associate Wealth Advisor
Heidi Wilson, WMCP®, CDFA®, SE-AWMA®
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Sam Sosa, J.D.
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Bardia Maghami
Fund Operations Associate
Tony Walsh
Chief Operating Officer
Kim Zajic
Chief Administration Officer
Stacy Borek, CFP®
Wealth Advisor and Sr. Tax Associate
Benjamin Kanter
Client Service Associate
Nicolo Gori
Client Service Associate
Steven Dymant
Director of Alternative Solutions
Tyler Resh
Chief Growth Officer
Michelle Nanoff
Sr. Client Service Associate
Ryan Santiago
Operations Manager
Alexandra Miller
Full Charge Bookkeeper
Joshua Fein
Controller
Raesa Martin
Client Service Associate
Maz Esmailbeigi AIF®, CFS®, CAS®
Founding Partner, CIO
Mark Koellner, CFP®, CRPC®
Wealth Advisor
Joe Mezzetta, CPA
Senior Tax Associate
Joe Fusaro
Director of Operations
Wayne T. Slappy
Wealth Advisor
Charlotte Perkinson
HR & Talent Manager
Justin Iskander, CPA
Wealth Advisor
Andrea Chandos
Senior Tax Administrator
Andrew H. Jacobson
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Derek Ruan
Wealth Advisor
Josh Lev
Alternative Investment Associate
Alejandra Guzman
Paralegal – Compliance Associate
Mike Shotton
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Luke Anderson, SE-AWMA®
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Maddie Zakarian
Administrative Specialist
Kingsley Choi
Wealth Advisor
Jennifer Prendergast
Tax Operations Lead
Roger Lopez
Wealth Advisor
Andy Rosas
Operations Manager
Joseph Auday, CFP®, CRPC®
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Robert Venezia
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Annie Heller
Associate Wealth Advisor & Investment Analyst
Rich Winer
Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Myles Bozinovski
Business Development Manager
Aimie Lalas
Tax Administrator
Brandon McAuslen
Portfolio Manager
Jordan Thatcher
Senior Tax Consultant
Rina Pineda, CPA, MST
Director of Tax Consulting
James Cordle
Senior Trader
Samantha Orellana
Client Service Associate
Christine Mueller Coley, CFP®, CDFA®
Wealth Advisor
Nina Weiss
Client Service Associate
Ceasar Garvida, CFP®, CIMA®
Wealth Advisor
Cecilia Umbel
Client Service Manager
Peter Amling, CFP®
Vice President, Wealth Advisor
JP Tran
Client Service Associate
Flavia Nunes
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Michael Nader, EA
Tax Associate
Ali Zamani AIF®, CFS®, CAS®
Founding Partner, CFO
Dylan Drake
Marketing Associate
Richard Stucki
Senior Tax Reviewer
Airene Williamson
Chief Legal & Compliance Officer
Leonard Green
Compliance Manager
Zack Farooquee, AAMS®, AIF®
Director of Advisory Services
Michael Rashtian
Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Pete Alliegro, CFA
Director of Business Development
Lioness Ebbay, Esq.
Director of Estate Consulting
Lexi Shaheri
Client Service Associate
Brendan Finneran
Senior Portfolio Manager
Luke Everhart
Business Development Associate