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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

Brandon McAuslen
Portfolio Manager
Samantha Orellana
Client Service Associate
Wayne T. Slappy
Wealth Advisor
Leonard Green
Compliance Manager
Mary Berg, CPA/PFS
Technical Reviewer
Jack Martin
Associate Wealth Advisor
Flavia Nunes
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Bardia Maghami
Vice President, Fund Operations
Katherine Neto, AWMA®
Client Service Associate
Mark Koellner, CFP®, CRPC®
Wealth Advisor
Heidi Wilson, WMCP®, CDFA®, SE-AWMA®
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Jackie Stafford
Sr. Client Service Associate
Luke Everhart
Business Development Associate
Stephanie Valderrama
Administrative Assistant
Charlotte Perkinson
HR & Talent Manager
Kim Zajic
Chief Administrative Officer
Alexandra Miller
Full Charge Bookkeeper
Kingsley Choi
Wealth Advisor
Morten Roness, MBA
Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Roger Lopez
Wealth Advisor
Ali Zamani AIF®, CFS®, CAS®
Founding Partner, CFO
Lioness Ebbay, Esq.
Director of Estate Consulting
Patrick Oliver, MST, EA
Senior Tax Consultant
Steven Dymant
Deputy CIO, Chief Private & Public Markets Officer
Robert Venezia
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Joseph Brandolino
Associate Wealth Advisor
Zack Farooquee, AAMS®, AIF®
Director of Advisory Services
Anthony Kim
Portfolio Manager
Jason Hart
Director of Operations
Lesny Espinoza, EA
Tax Associate
Wyatt Gibson
Junior Tax Associate
Rina Pineda, CPA, MST
Director of Tax Consulting
Derek Ruan
Wealth Advisor
Josh Lev
Vice President, Investment Research
JP Tran
Client Service Associate
Mike Janis
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Ryan Santiago
Operations Manager
Reza Zamani, AIF®, CPM®, CFS®, CAS®
Founding Partner, CEO
Ceasar Garvida, CFP®, CIMA®
Wealth Advisor
Maz Esmailbeigi AIF®, CFS®, CAS®
Founding Partner, CIO
Brendan Finneran
Senior Portfolio Manager
Jonathan Sheen
Junior Portfolio Manager
Myles Bozinovski
Business Development Manager
Harley Guzman
Office Manager & Junior Paralegal
Daniel Atchinson
Junior Tax Associate
Teddy Weber, CPA
Tax Associate
Cecilia Umbel
Client Service Manager
Ashley Payrits
Alternative Investments Analyst
Stephen Fringer
Systems & Reporting Manager
Michael Nader, EA
Tax Associate
Andrew H. Jacobson
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Andy Rosas
AI Strategy & Operations Manager
Bradley Triana
Tax Consultant
James Cordle
Senior Trader
Ethan Ashbrook, CFP®
Associate Wealth Advisor
Tony Walsh
Chief Operating Officer
Tyler Resh
Chief Growth Officer
Aimie Lalas
Tax Administrator
Enrique Vargas
Business Development
Christine Mueller Coley, CFP®, CDFA®
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Peter Amling, CFP®
Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Joe Fusaro
Director of Operations
Michael Gansfuss
Business Development Manager, Alpha Summit
Stacy Borek, CFP®
Wealth Advisor and Sr. Tax Associate
Mike Shotton
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Jessica Donovan, CFP®, AIF®
Sr. Wealth Advisor
Jordan Peterson, CPFA®
Wealth Advisor
Curtis Cooper
Associate Wealth Advisor
Jennifer Prendergast
Tax Operations Lead
Joshua Fein
Controller
Andrea Chandos
Sr. Tax Administrator
Lisa Tashtchian
Sr. Client Service Associate
Rich Winer
Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Airene Williamson
Chief Legal & Compliance Officer
Luke Anderson, SE-AWMA®
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Kiras Persky
Deputy General Counsel
Natalie Arias
Office Manager & Administrative Assistant
Michael Rashtian
Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Laila Bahman
Associate
Joe Mezzetta, CPA
Tax Preparation Manager
Dalia Dardoon
Associate Wealth Advisor
Dylan Drake
Marketing Associate
Noah Barrionuevo
Associate
Michelle Nanoff
Sr. Client Service Associate
Joseph Auday, CFP®, CRPC®
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Steven K. Ridgeway, CPA
Tax Services Lead
Camille Reyes
Associate
Lucas McDonnell
Client Service Associate
Annie Heller
Associate Wealth Advisor & Investment Analyst
Justin Iskander, CFP®, CPA, MBA
Wealth Advisor
Rachel Otto
Staff Accountant
Shelby Brennan, CPA, CFP®
Sr. Tax Consultant & Family Office Manager
Andrew Moss
Wealth Advisor
Jess Boone
Director of Client Development, SteelPeak Sports
Ryan Saidi, AIF®
Sr. Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Adam Greenwald
Sr. Client Service Associate