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Sam Sosa, J.D.

Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Education and Credentials
University of California, Los Angeles
J.D., Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology & Economics

Sam Sosa is a highly accomplished financial advisor with a comprehensive background in wealth management. With extensive experience spanning prestigious firms such as Fidelity Investments and J.P. Morgan Securities, Sam has consistently delivered exceptional results by cultivating deep client relationships. Armed with a Juris Doctor degree specializing in Estate Planning, as well as degrees from UCLA in Economics and Psychology, Sam possesses a unique blend of knowledge, education, and financial acumen, enabling him to offer strategic advice tailored to clients’ individual needs.

Throughout his career, Sam has demonstrated a remarkable ability to drive growth. He has successfully engaged his clients in a fiduciary based planning practice and has grown portfolios while safeguarding the downside. That is why he has received countless referrals from his clients and community members. As a result, Sam has earned recognition as a top performer nationally.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Sam is deeply committed to giving back to his community. As a board member of the Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara, past President of the Santa Barbara Young Professionals, and several volunteer roles with a variety of local charities, he actively contributes to philanthropic endeavors and fosters meaningful connections within the community.

An Ironman triathlete, Sam can be seen on swims, rides, and runs with other members of the Santa Barbara endurance sports community. An avid golfer since the age of 11, he is always up for a friendly match. Sam thrives on physical challenges and enjoys mentoring young professionals in their careers and financial journeys. His passion for innovation extends to his interest in crypto currencies, where he actively engages in learning and investing in digital assets.

Sam Sosa’s unwavering dedication to excellence, combined with his strong leadership skills and commitment to community involvement, make him a valuable asset in the wealth management industry and a respected figure in the Santa Barbara community.

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Other Team Members

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