Experience Makes all the difference

Alexander Smith, CFP®, CIMA®, CEPA®

Senior Wealth Strategy Associate
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®)
Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®)
212-713-9204
888-600-3881

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Alex has been a key member of Katz Wealth Management for nearly two decades overseeing all of the teams fixed income strategies and lending solutions. He works closely with clients to manage their bond portfolios, utilizing municipal, government and corporate fixed income as well as short-term cash alternatives. In addition, Alex advises clients on our borrowing capabilities such as mortgages and securities-backed lines of credit. Lastly, he focuses on corporate and executive services, assisting those who must comply with Rule 144, restricted stock/options and 10b51 requirements.

Alex is a Certified Financial Planner™ professional and is trained in personal financial planning, retirement planning and estate planning strategies. He also holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst® designation, administered by Investment Management Consultants Association® and taught in conjunction with The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. Alex maintains his Series 7, 31, 63, 66 and New York State life and health insurance licenses.

Alex received his B.A. in Business from Adelphi University and lives with his wife Michelle and his three children Alexander, Christopher and Elizabeth. He is an active participant in the UBS Community Affairs & Corporate Responsibility program and enjoys tennis, music and spending time with his family.


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Evan Kresman, CFP®, CIMA®

Senior Wealth Strategy Associate
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®)
212-713-9207

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Evan joined Katz Wealth Management in 2004 and partners with Jason on all client outreach efforts.  Together they proactively contact clients to review portfolio strategy, account performance, and market updates.  Evan also collaborates with the team in analyzing portfolios and presenting investment solutions for clients.  Lastly, Evan co-heads the team's comprehensive financial planning process, addressing topics such as retirement planning, asset allocation, investment management and insurance needs.

Evan is a Certified Financial Planner™ professional and holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst® designation, administered by Investment Management Consultants Association® and taught in conjunction with The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. He has completed the UBS Wealth Management Education Program and maintains his Series 7, 31 and 66 securities licenses along with New York State life and health insurance licenses. 

Evan received his B.S. from The Kelley School of Business at Indiana University. He lives with his wife, Meredith, and enjoys yoga, running, and supporting local live music. Evan is also an active participant in the UBS Community Affairs & Corporate Responsibility program.


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Ryan Pratt, CFP®

Senior Wealth Strategy Associate
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
212-713-9202
888-600-3881

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Ryan joined Katz Wealth Management in 2005 and serves as the team's lead Portfolio Analyst responsible for performing extensive reviews of client's investment portfolio and helping to develop customized solutions to align their portfolios with their financial plan. Ryan also oversees trading for all equities, exchange traded funds, mutual funds and options. Lastly, he heads the team's institutional money manager and investment solution due diligence process.

Ryan is a Certified Financial Planner™ professional and is trained in personal financial planning, retirement planning and estate planning strategies. Ryan maintains his Series 7 and 66 securities licenses.

He received his B.A. in finance from The College of Business Administration at Fordham University and his M.B.A. from Fordham Graduate Business School. Ryan enjoys live music and the great outdoors. He is also an active participant in the UBS Community Affairs & Corporate Responsibility program, as well as an active volunteer and mentor through various NY Cares programs during his free time.

 


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Tommy Karavas, CFA®, CFP®, CIMA®

Senior Wealth Strategy Associate
Chartered Financial Analyst®
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®)
212-713-8465
888-600-3881

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Tommy, a Katz Wealth Management member since 2007, co-heads the team's comprehensive financial planning process along with overseeing all insurance planning for clients.   

Tommy is a Certified Financial Planner™ professional and has received extensive training in advanced planning for retirement, college saving, insurance, and wealth transfer strategies.  As part of the team's planning process Tommy analyzes client's insurance needs, reviews existing policies, and ensures clients have sufficient coverage through solutions such as long term care, life insurance, and annuities  Lastly, Tommy assists clients in pursuing their philanthropic efforts and has extensive experience in establishing donor-advised funds, private foundations, endowments, and charitable gift annuities (among other solutions).

Tommy is also a CFA® charter holder and an active member of the CFA Society of New York. The CFA® designation is globally recognized and attests to a charter holder's success in a rigorous and comprehensive study program in the field of investment management and research analysis.  In addition, Tommy holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst® designation, administered by Investment Management Consultants Association® and taught in conjunction with The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, and maintains his Series 7, 66 and 3 securities licenses as well as a New York State life and health insurance licenses.

Tommy graduated with a B.S. degree from The John F. Welch School of Business at Sacred Heart University in Connecticut, where he played Division I volleyball. He enjoys traveling, spending time with family and friends, and is also an active participant in the UBS Community Affairs & Corporate Responsibility program.


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Kenji Yoshikawa, CRPS®, CEPA®

Financial Advisor
Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS®)
Endowment & Foundation Consultant (EFC)
Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®)
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212-713-9248
800-516-5624

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Kenji joined Katz Wealth Management in 2009 and specializes in the team’s exchange traded fund and mutual fund 401(k) platforms. He works with businesses and corporate 401(k) directors to help develop customized retirement plan solutions along with educating plan participants regarding their asset allocation, investment choices and planning for retirement. Kenji also serves as a financial advisor and guides clients through market updates, investment performance, and portfolio strategy.

Kenji is a Chartered Retirement Plans SpecialistSM and has received extensive training in retirement plan solutions, design, and implementation.  Kenji also maintains his Series 7 and 66 securities licenses as well as his life and health insurance license.

Kenji received his B.S.B.A. from The Ohio State University. He lives with his wife, Emily, and their two children, Eva and Daniel. Kenji is a board member of a culinary foundation in New York City, an active member of the Asian-American community, and a competitive triathlete.  He is also an active participant in the UBS Community Affairs & Corporate Responsibility program


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Michael Thomas Zangoglia, CFA®

Senior Wealth Strategy Associate
Chartered Financial Analyst®
212-713-9205

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Mike joined Katz Wealth Management in 2015 and oversees the day-to-day client service and operational responsibilities for the team along with assisting in research and trading efforts.

Mike has completed the CFA® curriculum and maintains his Series 7, 9 and 66 securities licenses. He received his Bachelor's Degree from Rutgers University where he studied economics and psychology. Mike is an active participant in the UBS Community Affairs & Corporate Responsibility program. He also enjoys working out and playing golf.


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Julie M. Kasberg

Senior Vice President - Wealth Management
325-486-5104
800-365-0312

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Julie has over three decades of experience in the financial services industry and specializes in insurance and annuity strategies for Katz Wealth Management. Julie also works closely with clients to understand their long term care needs, and will incorporate life insurance into their financial plan where appropriate.

Julie has been recognized as a UBS Director's club member and maintains her Series 7 and 63 securities licenses, as well as her life and health insurance licenses. Julie resides in Texas with her husband Michael, an accomplished performing musician, and has volunteered in soup kitchens across the United States for the last thirty years, including New York City, Chicago, California and Texas.


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Zachary Mazur

Senior Client Service Associate
212-713-9504

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Zach joined UBS in 2002 and serves as a Client Service Associate.  He works closely with clients in regards to preparation of client reviews, portfolio proposals, and trading.

Zach maintains his Series 7 and 63 securities licenses. He received his B.A. in political science at SUNY Albany with minors in both business and Spanish. Zach enjoys sailing and exercise.


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Joshua Michael Levine

Client Service Associate
212-713-9206

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Josh joined Katz Wealth Management in 2017 and recently completed his Series 7 and 66 securities licenses.  Josh assists in all client service and operational responsibilities for the team including preparation of statements, portfolio reviews, and tax documents.

Josh received his BA in English from Duke University where he was also a nationally ranked Division I tennis player.  He is an active participant in the UBS Community Affairs & Corporate Responsibility program.


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Sean Haran Quinn, CFP®

Client Service Associate
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
212-713-6246

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Registered States:
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