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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

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