Experience Makes all the difference

It’s easier to make the right decisions when you’re guided by advice you can trust ? advice that’s focused on what matters most to you. The Lowden Group understands that each client is different and will work to understand your individual circumstances. Our goal is to be your primary source of wealth management advice. We will partner with you to create a fully integrated financial plan to manage your wealth. Backed by the broadest selection of resources, we will help you explore opportunities to grow, protect your wealth, and prepare for any obstacles as we work together over time.

James V. Lowden, CFP®

Managing Director - Wealth Management
Financial Advisor
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
Portfolio Manager
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With over 30 years of experience, Jim offers his clients customized wealth management and advice. A perennial Chairman's Club producer, Jim has been named to Barron's Top 1000 Advisors each of the last 4 years. He emphasizes total wealth management; focusing on asset allocation and retirement income. In addition to his bachelor degree from Penn State University, Jim holds a CFP®, Series 7, Series 63, and insurance license. Jim, his wife Angela, and son James live in Mt. Lebanon. When not working, Jim and Angela focus their attention on their foundation, Art Expression.


Registered States:
AL, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, MA, MI, NC, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WV


Jeffrey A. Lowden, CFP®

First Vice President - Wealth Management
Financial Advisor
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
Portfolio Manager
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Jeffrey offers over 20 years of experience in financial services. He focuses on portfolio management as well as financial and retirement planning strategies for affluent families, professionals, and retirees. Prior to joining UBS in 1989, Jeffrey worked for Ernst & Young as a Certified Public Accountant. A graduate of Pennsylvania State University, Jeffrey holds his Series 7, Series 63, and insurance license. He also has a CFP® designation. Jeffrey is active in the PSU Alumni Association and YMCA Indian Princesses. He currently lives in Upper Saint Clair with his wife Rachel and three kids.


Registered States:
AL, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, MA, MI, NC, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WV


Christine M. Cassandro

Senior Client Service Associate
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Chris joined UBS Financial Services, Inc. in 1982 as a Client Service Associate. She has experienced all aspects of the branch including Branch Service Associate and Branch Office Administrator. She joined The Lowden Group in 2010 and brings 30 years experience to the team, focusing on client service and administration. She is also a Branch Technical Liaison. Chris enjoys spending time with family, walking her dog, watching movies, and reading.


Dana L. Iskey

Client Service Associate
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Dana joined UBS and The Lowden Group in January 2000. Prior to UBS, she worked in the social services field. An integral part of The Lowden Group, Dana focuses on marketing and improving client service. A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, she has a Bachelor's of Science degree in Administration of Justice and Legal Studies . In her free time, Dana enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.


Nicole Danielle Cale

Client Service Associate
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Nicole started at UBS in September 2012, and joined The Lowden Group in October of 2020. Previously, she worked within the East Processing Center as a Branch Serivce Associate. Nicole will focus on providing excellent customer service, administrative duties, and meeting client expectations. Born and raised in the suburbs of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In Nicole's free time, she enjoys traveling, bowling, and reading. As well as spending time with her family and Siberian Husky Roscoe.