Regardless of their source of wealth, Steve tactfully guides his clients through the complex decisions that arise when designing their lives. Navigating his clients through multiple market cycles, Steve maintains a laser focus on wealth preservation, enabling his clients to maintain and build upon what they've worked so hard to earn. His ability to cut through the complexities to what truly matters, and his thoughtful planning and disciplined execution, touch upon many aspects of his clients' financial world. By earning his clients’ trust, Steve builds deep, close, and long-standing relationships.
As a former business owner, Steve keenly understands the unique needs of entrepreneurs, and is able to distinguish what they are going through at each phase of their wealth accumulation. With direct access to the global resources of UBS, he works to delivers what his clients need. Beyond portfolio management, he collaborates with his clients’ estate and tax attorneys , providing timely guidance on business succession planning, risk management, multigenerational wealth transfer and philanthropy.
Playing golf has been central in his life. He started competing at age 11 and feels golf taught him "humility, perseverance, performance under pressure and, most of all, commitment." He believes his clients appreciate that about him, in addition to his calm and steady demeanor. Steve strives to bring a loyal group of exceptional families wise and prudent advice that will make a real and lasting impact.
Experience
- UBS, 09-2008 - Present
- Lehman Brothers, 11/2004 – 10/2008
- Deutsche Bank, 04/2000 – 11/2004
- Merrill Lynch, 07/1998 – 04/2000
- Apparel Company Founder and Principal, 1990 – 1998
Achievements
- UBS Portfolio Management Program certified
- B.A., political science, Stanford University
- FINRA Series 7 and 66 securities licenses and insurance licenses CA 0C48943
Life
- Won the California State Junior Championship (1985)
- Earned a golf scholarship to Stanford University and competed all four years
- Values spending time with his four children: Madison, Robert, Ryan and Jocelyn
- Continues to enjoy playing golf at a competitive level
Registered States:
AZ, CA, FL, ID, IL, MD, MI, NV, NY, OH, TX, WA, WI