Experience Makes all the difference

We all have dreams of the lives we want to live? Achieving these dreams is built upon the stepping stones of proper financial planning.

Achieving your dreams whether its financial success, protecting your estate for the next generation, or leaving a legacy begins with advice you can trust. In today's world, good financial advice has never been more critical. That's why it's so important to partner with a team of dedicated and knowledgeable Financial Advisors who are committed to you, who understand your concerns and will help ensure all aspects of your financial life are aligned.

As your personal advocates, we provide you with guidance that is tailored to your unique circumstances and priorities. We begin with a comprehensive financial plan that is built around your dreams for yourself and your family. We review and update your plan as your circumstances change so you can embrace your future with confidence and optimism. There's nothing more gratifying than the satisfaction that comes from knowing your dreams have been realized and your family and the causes most important to you will benefit from your hard work and wise choices.

Rebecca S. Sorensen, CFP®, CIMA®

Senior Vice President - Wealth Management
Financial Advisor
Institutional Consultant, UBS Institutional Consulting
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Rebecca joined UBS in June of 2001 and has over 30 years investment industry experience. Rebecca is a CPA, Certified Financial Planner, Certified Investment Management Analyst, Wealth Advisor, and Institutional Consultant. She has also completed the Wharton School's IMCA programs on Alternative Investments and Behavioral Finance.  Rebecca is a member of the UBS Retirement Plan Consulting Services program, eligible to advisors who demonstrate extensive experience and knowledge related to Defined Contribution Retirement Plans.  Rebecca is a graduate of Walsh College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy. She is also a graduate of Leadership Oakland's Cornerstone and Advanced Leadership Institute programs. Rebecca is a member of the Investment Management Consultants' Association, the Financial Planning Association, the MACPA and the AICPA.

A specialist in Financial and Retirement Planning, Rebecca assists clients with asset allocation, investment selection, and performance monitoring. Clients include individuals, foundations, endowments, and corporate and municipal retirement plans. Rebecca lectures frequently on the subject of asset allocation and retirement planning, giving presentations to numerous corporations, business groups and non-profits throughout Michigan.

Rebecca is past Chair and current Board Member of the Oakland County Economic Development Corporation, is a current Board Member of Leader Dogs for the Blind, and serves on the Legal/Financial Network of the Community Foundation of SE Michigan. In 2014, Rebecca was appointed by Michigan Governor Snyder to the Detroit Police and Fire Pension Investment Committee.  Additionally, Rebecca is a member of the Distinguished Clown Corps supporting The Parade Company and served as the Grand Jester for America's Thanksgiving Parade in 2012. 

Rebecca was named alumna of the year in 2015 by her alma mater Walsh College.  In 2014 Rebecca was named by the Financial Times as one of the top 100 Female Financial Advisors in the United States.  Rebecca is a recipient of the 2003 State of Michigan Governor’s Award for Volunteerism for her work with Lighthouse PATH.  In 2001, Leadership Oakland recognized Rebecca as one of its Distinguished Leadership Award recipients in the individual category.  The Distinguished Leadership awards recognize individuals, non-profit, and corporate leaders who exemplify Leadership Oakland’s mission to develop leadership skills, explore key issues affecting the region, and enable participants to reach their full potential personally, professionally, and in the community.


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Darin McBride, CRPC®

Senior Vice President - Wealth Management
Financial Advisor
Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC®)
Senior Portfolio Manager
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Darin joined UBS in May of 2006 and has over 18 years investment industry experience. Darin is a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and a Senior Portfolio Manager specializing in asset allocation and discretionary portfolio management. He was awarded The Leaders Circle Award – MVP in 2007 from UBS.

 Darin is a graduate of Michigan State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering. He earned his Master's Degree in Finance from the University of Wisconsin in 1995. Prior to his career at UBS, Darin was a Senior Portfolio Manager with Munder Capital Management and Comerica Bank. During his tenure at Munder Capital, his team received a 5 star rating from Morningstar for the Munder 500 Index Fund. He also served as a Portfolio Research Analyst with Flexible Plan Investments LTD, and as an Engineer for Rockwell Collins formerly known as Rockwell International in their automotive unit.

 With a focus on Wealth and Retirement Planning, Darin assists an array of clients to include: individuals, businesses, foundations, endowments and retirement plans, with strategic planning, asset allocation and multigenerational wealth management. Darin speaks frequently to business groups and non-profit organizations throughout the state to provide education on these areas.

 Darin has served on the First United Methodist Church Investment Committee and is currently involved in his children's football and lacrosse athletic programs. He volunteers his time between several local charities.


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Rachelle A. Nozero

Senior Client Service Associate
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Rachelle joined The Wealth Strategy Group in 2017.  She began her financial career in 1985 when she joined Merrill Lynch and has worked both in administration and sales as a Retirement Plan specialist serving the direct needs of Financial Advisors and their business clients.  She joined UBS in 2005 and is Series 7 and 66 licensed.  In her spare time she serves on planning committees for fundraisers at Lighthouse Path and The Community House.

 


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Dana Allyse Sorensen

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Dana Sorensen graduated from Albion College with Honors with a degree in Political Science and a minor in Communications.  She has been a part of the Wealth Strategy Team since 2014.  For the team Dana specializes in technology, marketing and event planning.  She is currently a member of the Detroit Crohn's and Colitis Young Person Group and the Birmingham Junior League.


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Grant Porcelli Juth

Financial Advisor
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Grant joined UBS and the Wealth Strategy group in February of 2019. Grant earned his B.A. in Communications Studies from Albion College in 2015 while playing soccer for the Britons before completing a M.A. in Sports Management from the University of Michigan in 2016. Grant currently holds Series 7 and 66 licenses.

Assisting the Wealth Strategy Team, Grant focuses on research and performance monitoring of investment solutions. Additionally he assists in the composition and updates to Financial Goal Analysis plans for individual clients.

Passionate about staying active predominantly through golf and running, he also enjoys attending or viewing sporting events as an avid Detroit and University of Michigan sports fan.


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