John graduated from the University of California Santa Barbara with a degree in Economics. He began his career with Security Pacific Bank, being promoted to Branch Manager in El Segundo California in 1984. John entered the brokerage business with E.F Hutton and transferred to UBS in 1990. His investment strategy lies in strong total return stocks with an anticipated growing and consistent dividend, which will equate to increasing income and total return. John has his Series 3,7,63, 65 and insurance licenses.

During the week, John splits his time between our Beverly Hills and Santa Barbara offices. In addition to supporting his clients, John is an active member of the community, serving on the Board of Trustees for Crane Country Day School. He is also a lecturer at the University of California Santa Barbara; he teaches a class on Investment Strategies where he introduces college students to the stock market.

John currently lives in Santa Barbara with his family and enjoys biking, surfing, and horseback riding.

Registered States:
AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, ID, MD, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NV, NY, OR, TX, UT, VA, WA

It’s the important things—our families, our values, the impact we have on others—that connect us. And although making sense of it all can be hard, asking the right questions can make things clearer. So when I talk to you about wealth management, I want to learn about those life questions that are on your mind. “Should I start my own business? Is it better to leave my kids everything? Or nothing? How do I set up a charitable fund? Will my family be ok when I’m gone?” Together, I know we can find the answers.

Whatever your concerns, I can help you create a comprehensive financial plan to address your most important priorities. Over the last 20 years, I have put my experience to work for each of my clients, helping them find the best way forward to pursue the goals that truly matter.

Capabilities to impact your life and wealth

– I draw from extensive research and resources from across UBS to deliver customized investment plans to help my clients grow and sustain wealth

– Focusing on retirement planning, insurance planning, and wealth transfer strategies, capital preservation and risk management remain top priorities

My professional achievements and education

– B.S., Finance, Cal State University Fullerton

– Series 7, 63, and 65 securities licenses

– CFP®

Outside the office

– I live in Manhattan Beach with my husband Ben, and three kids

– I enjoy traveling with my family and friends, reading, hiking, surfing, snowboarding, the Bar Method®, and the peacefulness of home

Registered States:
AZ, CA, CO, FL, ID, MA, MD, NJ, NV, NY, OR, PA, TX

Christine has worked in the financial industry since 1977.  She began her career as a Financial Futures Specialist and was one of the first women on the Chicago Board of Trade. Christine held several management and technical analyst positions at several brokerage firms on the floor of the Chicago Board of Trade. 

She later became a floor trader in the Treasury Bond futures pit at the CBOT and is experienced in trading  Commodities, Equities, Stock  Index and Mutual Funds and Treasury Bond futures.

She attended Roosevelt University and holds her Series 7, 65 and 66 licenses.

Christine is married and enjoys traveling, cycling and collecting art.

Registered States:
AZ, CA, CO, IL, IN, LA, MA, MO, MT, NJ, NV, NY, TX, WI

Derin graduated from the University of California Santa Barbara in 2018 with a degree in Economics. She joined the SBBH team in fall of 2018.

Derin hold her Series 7 and 66 licenses.

Outside of the office, she enjoys practicing yoga, going to the beach, and reading.

Registered States:
AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, HI, IL, MA, MD, MI, MO, NC, NV, NY, OR, TX, UT, VA, WA, WY

As a Client Service Associate, Carlo is committed to maintaining quality client relationships while supporting their financial needs and goals.

Originally from Napa Valley, Carlo graduated from Sacramento State University in 2019 with a B.S. in Finance while minoring in Risk Management. After graduating, he moved to Santa Barbara where he joined the SBBH team.

Aside from assisting clients, Carlo enjoys playing guitar, snowboarding, wine tasting, hiking, golf, and cooking.