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Sam Sosa, J.D.

Wealth Advisor
Education and Credentials
University of California, Los Angeles
J.D.

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 1, 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

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