111 Wealth Management Group

You deserve more than advice— you deserve a team that knows you, anticipates what’s next, and helps you move through complexity with certainty. At 111 Wealth Management Group, relationships are the heart of what we do, which means we begin with genuine and deep discovery: your goals, your concerns, your family dynamics, and what matters most to you. Then we translate that understanding into a dynamic, bespoke strategy—built to evolve as your world changes and the world changes.

With thoughtful coordination alongside your existing (or recommended) attorneys, accountants, and other specialists, we align our decisions—investment, tax, risk management, estate, and legacy—into a single, fully integrated strategy designed to optimizes every aspect of your financial world. That level of coordination is designed to create consistency; it brings discernment—so the right conversations happen sooner, the right tradeoffs are made deliberately, and the details that often erode results are addressed before they become problems. Over time, this becomes the differentiator: a plan that not only holds together, but quietly compounds in its effectiveness—helping you pursue the strongest possible financial outcomes while turning complexity into a source of confidence and optionality, so your wealth can be used with intention in service of the life you want.

And because 111 Wealth Management Group houses a Family Wealth Director—an advanced designation held by 6 % of the Financial Advisors as of June 20205, supported by specialized training and access to exclusive Family Office Resources—we can deliver ultra-high net worth capabilities under one roof, helping you preserve and transfer wealth efficiently, strengthen multigenerational stewardship and decision-making, and build a legacy that carries your values forward with intention. The result is simple: less complexity, more confidence, and the freedom to truly enjoy your wealth—The 111 Way.
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What Makes Us Different

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    RELATIONSHIPS ARE THE HEART OF EVERYTHING WE DO

    We believe that superior wealth management begins with building genuine friendships. We take the time to really get to know who you are. This deep understanding of what's most important to you, who's most important to you, your objectives, and your broader financial landscape is the foundation for how we design your dynamic, bespoke wealth strategy.

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    BESPOKE STRATEGIES & SOLUTIONS

    With a strong foundation built on a deep understanding of your unique needs, we design bespoke solutions and strategies that address every aspect of your financial life. Whether your situation requires wealth transfer planning, tax optimization, world-class asset management, maximizing equity compensation, philanthropy strategies, lending solutions, business consultations, lifestyle advisory services, or any other matter of importance to you, we bring together the capabilities, resources, experience, and a process designed to help you pursue the best possible financial outcome.

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    A SYNERGISTIC, MULTIGENERATIONAL TEAM

    Our team unites 160+ years of collective wisdom through a powerful multigenerational synergy, blending the timeless insight of seasoned veterans with the forward-thinking energy of innovative minds—backed by advanced credentials like Family Wealth Director, Certified Financial Planner®, and Certified Investment Manager Analyst®, decades of hands-on experience, navigating complex financial landscapes. We don't just advise—we collaborate, working hand-in-hand with your existing (or recommended) accountants, attorneys, and other professionals to create one unified, fully integrated strategy.

    Dougherty - Since 1984, Valentine - Since 1984, Clark - Since 1998, Wilson - Since 2001, Kaminsky - since 2021, Aguirre - Since 2001

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    ACCESS TO FAMILY OFFICE RESOURCES

    111 Wealth Management Group has three Family Wealth Director's—a designation achieved by 6% of Morgan Stanley's Financial Advisors and awarded to elite groups of wealth advisors that have completed specialized training and have extensive experience advising highly affluent families like yours. Family Wealth Directors are uniquely qualified to manage the complex challenges of significant, multigenerational wealth. Our deep knowledge and extensive experience, combined with access to exclusive Family Office Resources enables us to support every aspect of your financial life all under one roof, always aligned with your family's distinct story and values.

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    EMPOWERMENT THROUGH EDUCATION

    A cornerstone of our commitment to you is ongoing education and coaching. We believe in equipping you with the knowledge, wisdom, and guidance to help you make informed, confident decisions about your wealth—rather than simply telling you what to do. We create a judgment-free space where questions are encouraged, and the only "dumb" question is the one not asked. We break down even the most intricate concepts in a way that you can understand—so you can take control of your financial journey with true clarity and confidence.

Our Process: The 111 Way

Wealth is most powerful when it's leveraged intentionally, coordinated holistically, and executed with precision. At 111 Wealth Management Group, that belief shows up in how we listen, how we think, and how we act. We start by getting genuinely close to what matters most in your world—your priorities, your concerns, the people your decisions impact, and the tradeoffs you're willing (or not willing) to make—because meaningful wealth management isn't built from generic assumptions; it's built around the realities of your life and the decisions in front of you.

The real challenge isn't knowing what to do in theory—it's making consistently good decisions when everything is interconnected and the stakes are high. When wealth grows, the margin for error shrinks, and the cost of fragmented advice compounds. We're built for that moment: to bring clarity and intention to your financial world—because you deserve more than advice. You deserve a disciplined process that unifies strategy and follow-through, so every moving part works together and the value of great decisions compounds over time.

That process is The 111 Way.

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    1. Discover

    We begin with a conversation designed to deeply understand the full story—not just the numbers. Discovery is the cornerstone of our process, because everything that follows depends on knowing what matters most to you. We start with what you want your wealth to do for you, the people it needs to support, and the goals, concerns, and family dynamics that shape your decisions—so we can translate that understanding into a dynamic, bespoke strategy.

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    2. Design

    Next, we translate what we've learned into a clear, tailored strategy. We connect the components that are often handled separately so your plan has one direction and one purpose. The output isn't a report to file away—it's a practical plan designed to clarify priorities, illuminates tradeoffs, and creates a plan you can execute with confidence.

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    3. Deploy

    Strategy only matters if it's implemented well. We coordinate the next steps with discipline and attention to detail—working alongside your existing (or recommended) attorneys, accountants, and other professionals—so execution stays consistent with the intent of the plan. And when complexity calls for more depth, we bring ultra-high net worth resources to the table to help ensure decisions are executed with the same rigor they were designed.

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    4. Deliver

    As implementation progresses, the value extends beyond execution. You can develop a more organized view of your current position, the implications of key decisions, and potential next steps. With a structured approach, complex issues can be addressed more systematically, helping reduce uncertainty and support more informed decision-making over time.

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    5. Adapt

    Life evolves, and so should your strategy. We proactively revisit your plan as circumstances change—because what works today has to stay aligned as your world and the world change—so your approach remains current, coordinated, and intentional rather than reactive.

What is a Family Wealth Director?

Achieved by fewer than 6% of Morgan Stanley's 16,000+ Financial Advisors— the Family Wealth Director designation is awarded to elite groups of Financial Advisors that have completed special training and have extensive experience advising highly affluent families.

Family Wealth Directors are uniquely qualified to manage the complex challenges of significant, multigenerational wealth. Our deep knowledge and extensive experience, combined with access to exclusive Family Office Resources, enables us to support every aspect of your financial life all under one roof.

We have the ability to evaluate a broad array of cutting-edge solutions to formulate tailored wealth strategies for your unique needs, goals and circumstances. We take an integrated approach that includes family governance, wealth transfer and tax optimization strategies, asset protection, world-class asset management, lending solutions, business consulting or any other matters of importance to you. This approach helps you and your family maintain unity as you pass both assets and values across generations.

Credentials

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    Family Wealth Director
    The Family Wealth Director designation within Morgan Stanley is awarded to a highly trained group of select Financial Advisors serving an elite clientele facing more complex wealth management challenges. Family Wealth Directors within Morgan Stanly have extensive experience, specialized training and the resources to address planning for ultra-high net worth families in the areas of wealth transfer, business succession planning, asset protection, family governance and wealth education.
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    CIMA® - Certified Investment Management Analyst® (Ryan Wilson)
    The Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) is a certification for financial consultants and investment advisors. The CIMA is generally considered a high-level credential. It indicates that the financial advisor has both a proven track record of ethical conduct and significant accomplishment in their field. The Investments and Wealth Institute describes it as “the peak international, technical portfolio construction certification program.”
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    CFP® - Certified Financial Planner™ (Andrew Clark)
    The Certified Financial Planner™ designation is awarded to candidates who have demonstrated expertise in the areas of Education, Investment, Tax, Retirement, Estate and Insurance planning. CFP® professionals must accrue several years of experience related to delivering financial planning services to clients and pass a comprehensive exam before calling themselves a CFP® Professional and are held to strict ethical standards to ensure financial planning recommendations are in the best interest of their clients.
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    CRPC® - Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor® (Gabe Aguirre)
    The Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ designation is awarded to candidates who have demonstrated expertise in retirement planning. CRPC® professionals must accrue several years of experience related to retirement planning and pass a comprehensive exam before earning this designation.

WORKPLACE FINANCIAL BENEFITS WITH MORGAN STANLEY AT WORK

Our mission is to help your company elevate your workplace financial benefits—helping you to attract and retain top talent. Our end-to-end solutions support your company and employees at any stage of growth through a powerful combination of modern technology, insightful guidance, and dedicated service.

    Equity Solutions

    Equity ownership is a powerful motivator. Streamline equity management through our leading-edge technology and provide global audit-ready reporting and insights, alongside customizable participant experiences to engage and educate your employees on how to make the most of their benefits. Our global solutions support private and public companies at any stage of growth.

    • Equity Administration and Financial Reporting
    • Liquidity Events
    • 409A Valuation Services and Cap Table Management

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    Retirement

    For your employees, retirement is more than a date in the future—it's a milestone that takes time, hard work, and the right tools. Through our consultative process, we strive to assist with the management of your fiduciary responsibilities and risk, simplify plan management, and help you improve retirement readiness for your employees.

    • Defined Contribution Consulting
    • Solutions-Oriented Plans
    • Fiduciary Investment Oversight

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    Deferred Compensation

    Access a range of Nonqualified Deferred Compensation plan services or pick the ones that best fit your needs. We provide recordkeeping and plan design, portfolio construction services, and plan education for your executive talent. We help you determine the appropriate plan design and inform a funding strategy through a needs-based assessment and consultative approach.

    Services include:

    • Recordkeeping and Plan Design
    • Portfolio Construction
    • Wealth Management Services
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    Executive Services

    Our dedicated team provides concierge-level support for your executives' equity compensation plans, from 10b5-1 trading plans to form filing related to Rule 144 transactions, to access to wealth management and tax-optimization strategies, so helping them navigate their complex financial needs with greater confidence and certainty:

    • Equity Compensation Services
    • Equity Award Analysis
    • Specialized Solutions
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    Saving and Giving

    Saving and Giving benefits can make a real difference in your employees' lives as they can support the things that matter most to them—like saving for education and repaying student loans. Show that you are committed to your employees' priorities with leading-edge solutions that help them chart a path toward financial well-being.

    • College Savings
    • Student Loan Repayment and Refinancing
    • Charitable Giving
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    Financial Wellness

    We offer Financial Wellness with every solution we provide. Through a powerful combination of education, digital tools and guidance, Financial Wellness is designed to address the unique needs of your employees and empower their financial journey at every stage. Give your employees the confidence to take charge of their finances.

    • Financial Education
    • Digital Tools
    • Financial Guidance

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Location

74199 El Paseo
Suite 201
Palm Desert, CA 92260
US
Direct:
(760) 779-8431(760) 779-8431
Toll-Free:
(800) 927-9421(800) 927-9421

Meet 111 Wealth Management Group

About Kelly E Dougherty

Kelly E. Dougherty is a Family Wealth Director, Senior Director-Portfolio Management, and Managing Director for Wealth Management at Morgan Stanley. He is a founding partner of 111 Wealth Management Group, formerly known as the Valentine Dougherty & Clark Wealth Management Group. Kelly’s professional areas of focus for the team include the coordination of investment and capital market strategy, tactics, security selection and analysis. He is passionate about identifying and solving complex challenges for ultra-high net worth (UNHW) families, including consulting on family governance and family legacy planning, as well as comprehensive risk identification and mitigation strategies. Kelly relishes the challenge of navigating the capital markets, utilizing sophisticated strategies and structures, to deliver appropriate solutions for clients.

Kelly came to Citi Family Office and Smith Barney in 2008 from UBS where he spent 24 years. Before joining UBS (PaineWebber) in 1984, he worked for EF Hutton & Co and Bateman Eichler, Hill Richards. Prior to his finance career, Kelly spent three years as a playing and teaching tennis professional.

Kelly is active in community and youth service organizations, and serves on several Boards of Directors, including Salvation Army Regional Advisory Board. He collects fine wines and is a member of the Confrerie des Chevalier du Tastevin, as well as being a passionate cook. He has been married to Kathleen Valentine since 1985, and they have one daughter.
Securities Agent: OH, AL, TN, OK, HI, FL, DE, AZ, VA, MI, MD, MA, IL, WI, SC, PA, MN, WY, NH, KY, WA, TX, NY, NM, CO, NV, NC, LA, AK, WV, IN, ID, UT, SD, NJ, IA, GA, RI, OR, MT, MS, MO, KS, CT, CA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1279568
CA Insurance License #: 0A63818

About Kathleen M Valentine

Kathleen M. Valentine is a Family Wealth Director, Wealth Manager and Senior Vice President Wealth Management at Morgan Stanley. Kathy is a founding partner of 111 Wealth Management who takes a holistic approach with clients, developing relationships grounded in sincerity and empathy. Kathy has a deep interest and knowledge in matters of financial preservation, focusing on cash and fixed income management, multi-generational financial planning that emphasizes estate and trust planning, advanced insurance strategies as well as strategic philanthropy.

Kathy began her finance career on Wall Street at Lehman Brothers in 1979, working with individual and institutional clients. Kathy has held positions at Merrill Lynch, Shearson Lehman, and EF Hutton & Co. A native New Yorker, she graduated Summa Cum Laude from the State University of New York, New Paltz.

Kathy is actively involved and holds leadership positions in a number of philanthropic, political, women’s and faith-based organizations. Her personal interests include fitness and nutrition, fine art, politics, and travel. She has been married to Kelly Dougherty since 1985, and they have one daughter.
Securities Agent: HI, AZ, NM, TX, NJ, AL, UT, TN, SD, NV, NH, MN, IA, DE, VA, OR, MI, ID, CO, CA, MD, IL, AK, PA, WI, MA, GA, FL, NC, CT, LA, WA, OK, OH, NY, MT, MS, IN, WY, WV, KY, SC, RI, MO, KS; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1265204
CA Insurance License #: 0A03528

About Andrew Clark

Andrew R. Clark is a Family Wealth Director, Portfolio Manager, Senior Vice President Wealth Management and Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley. A founding partner of the 111 Wealth Management Group and a Certified Financial Planner™, Andy performs comprehensive financial planning and financial integration services for their clients. He leads our client onboarding and discovery process, applying deep and intent listening skills to uncover details about clients’ true values and wealth needs. Andy is an approachable advisor who communicates with clients in a jargon-free manner that inspires confidence.

He is a member of the Coachella Valley Angel Network and serves on several non-profit boards, including Act for MS and Desert Town Hall Speaker Series in which 111 Wealth Management is a primary sponsor. He also helps coordinate “Operation BBQ” for the troops at the 29 Palms US Marine Corp base, where he and others cook for 24 hours to feed and entertain 15,000 Marines, their families, and the families of Marines currently serving overseas.

Andy was a business major at the University of Colorado, Boulder. Before his finance career, he was a professional chef who trained at several culinary schools. When his schedule permits, Andy enjoys traveling as much as possible. After backpacking all over Europe, he proposed to his beautiful wife Shelly on a gondola in Venice. They have been married since 1998 and have two sons who both recently graduated from college and are now pursuing careers of their own with their oldest son Bannon moving to Texas and their youngest son Aidan living in Colorado.
Securities Agent: FL, KS, WA, NJ, MS, CT, AK, MO, TN, SD, MT, IA, DE, AZ, NY, MI, MD, UT, RI, NM, NC, IN, AL, OH, NV, MA, CO, CA, VA, OR, TX, PA, MN, IL, HI, WV, NH, ID, GA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1390734
CA Insurance License #: 0C48521

About Me

Ryan Wilson is a Financial Advisor, Portfolio Manager and Senior Vice President for 111 Wealth Management. Having recently joined Morgan Stanley, Ryan was previously Senior Vice President and Branch Director with RBC Wealth Management. His focus within the team is bringing together the complex world of capital markets, portfolio management, and risk management to deliver superior outcomes for clients. Ryan holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst® designation, which helps him distill the complex financial world into actionable insights for clients. His ability to ascertain the difference between financial "noise" and those events that should be incorporated into a client's strategy is what sets him apart from other wealth managers. Accordingly, he is dedicated to incorporating clients’ beliefs and goals are properly implemented into a sound wealth management process.

Ryan joined RBC Wealth Management in 2011. Prior to that time, he was a complex sales manager with Bank of America/Merrill Lynch and a regional manager at Chase Investment Services Corp. He began his financial services career in 2001 at A.G. Edwards and Sons.

Ryan is a graduate of the University of Arkansas with a major in financial management. He currently serves on the organizing committee and is past chairman for the Southwestern Growers Golf Tournament that benefits the Boys and Girls Club of the Coachella Valley. He is a former board member for Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert and served on the board of the Academy for Musical Performance. Ryan and his wife, Amy, and three children, Riley, Jackson and Andrew, live in Palm Desert. When they aren’t shuttling around to sports practices and games, Ryan and Amy are active members at Toscana Country Club in Indian Wells. They also love to spend time in the summer at their home in Carlsbad.
Securities Agent: SD, SC, VI, OK, PA, NM, UT, RI, WA, VT, OH, MD, WV, VA, WI, ND, WY, OR, TN, PR, MS, NE, MA, TX, NY, MT, NJ, NV, NC, MI, NH, LA, KY, AK, ID, MO, AL, CO, DC, DE, CA, IA, GA, HI, AR, CT, IN, MN, ME, FL, AZ, KS, IL; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Principal; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 633431

About Me

Gabriel Aguirre is a Financial Advisor, Portfolio Manager and Senior Vice President for 111 Wealth Management. Having recently joined Morgan Stanley, Gabe was previously Senior Vice President with RBC Wealth Management. He focuses on building lasting bonds with clients that go beyond numbers, helping families achieve successful financial outcomes across multiple generations. His ability to connect with clients on the matters most important to them is what sets him apart from other wealth managers. As a result of his unique ability to relate, build bonds, and understand the needs of multiple generations, Gabe has become the trusted confidant in all family governance matters that arise for families of significant wealth. A Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™, he also focuses on providing customized retirement solutions for individuals and business owners.

Gabe joined RBC Wealth Management in 2011. He was previously a vice president and financial advisor at Merrill Lynch/Bank of America Investments. Gabe began his professional career in 1997 as a premier banker at Bank of America.

Gabe attended California State University, Fullerton with a focus in finance and is fluent in Spanish. He lives at Bighorn Country Club in Palm Desert with his wife, Armida, and his two kids Juan Pablo and Catalina. They are active members at Bighorn, but also enjoy time in the summer at their home in Huntington Beach.
Securities Agent: IA, ID, VA, TX, TN, NY, KS, CO, AZ, NV, NH, MT, MO, MA, LA, FL, DE, CA, PA, OH, AL, WV, NJ, MS, MN, CT, WA, SD, RI, NM, MI, KY, OR, MD, IN, NC, IL, GA, UT, HI, AK; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 633430

About Chase Kaminsky

Chase Kaminsky is a Financial Advisor and Financial Planning Specialist at Morgan Stanley. Previously a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones and a Financial Planning Associate at Sherpa Wealth Strategies in Bend, Oregon, Chase joined the 111 Wealth Management Group in 2024. He helps families create a financial plan so they can spend more time doing the things they love. Chase focuses on understanding what is most important to clients, what they would like to achieve, and creates plans designed to get them there.

Chase chose a career in financial planning because he was drawn by its potential to empower individuals to achieve financial freedom. Initially interested in guiding early-career professionals, he quickly became fascinated by the complexities of wealth management for high net worth and ultra-high-net-worth families. The challenge of crafting a tailored solution set for these clients excites Chase, as he values the significant impact he and his team can have on their lives and legacies. Joining the 111 Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley allowed Chase, with the help of his team, to pursue his aspiration to have an impact on the lives of families that will last for generations.

Chase graduated from San Diego State University. When not helping clients, he enjoys cooking for friends and family, attending the local AHL Hockey team Firebirds games, watching sports, and playing golf. Chase and his fiancée Caroline love to travel as much as possible.
Securities Agent: RI, HI, PA, NC, MO, MN, AZ, WY, MT, MA, LA, KY, ID, GA, OH, NJ, ND, DE, CO, TX, SC, OR, MD, FL, WA, UT, PR, MS, KS, CT, AK, WI, NY, NH, NE, IN, AL, VI, VA, TN, NV, IL, IA, CA, AR, WV, VT, OK, NM, DC, SD, MI, ME; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 2602802

About Noel Dodge

Noel A. Dodge, Wealth Management Associate, at Morgan Stanley. Noel has been a member of the team since 2003. She began her finance career in 1994 after graduating from Castleton University, Vermont with degrees in Sociology and Criminal Justice. Noel is responsible for executing the highly refined client services processes of 111 Wealth Management at Morgan Stanley. She has held positions at Merrill Lynch, AG Edwards (now Wells Fargo/Wachovia), and UBS, prior to Citi Family Office Smith Barney (now Morgan Stanley).

Noel enjoys distance running, downhill skiing, reading, and traveling to New England to visit her family.  She enjoys taking advantage of the California outdoors with her two sons.

About Courtney Hershberger

Courtney serves as a Wealth Management Associate. She joined Morgan Stanley in 2023 continuing her lengthy career in financial services.

Her interest in finance began with a summer job at the Chicago Board of Trade as an arbitrage clerk in the soybean pit. She continued working summers at the Board of Trade while attending Northern Illinois University, graduating with a major in Economics and a minor in History. She moved to California in 1997, and started working at Merrill Lynch in Indian Wells.

After 14 years at Merrill Lynch and 12 years at RBC Wealth Management, she is happy to be at Morgan Stanley as part of the 111 Wealth Management Group.

Courtney and her husband, Eric, live in Palm Springs. They have 3 sons (Ty, Mason and Luke) who are all currently in college. They enjoy spending time together as a family and traveling to new places. Courtney is beginning to take golf lessons so she can keep up with her husband and boys.

About Tamara Spates

Tammy serves as a Senior Registered Client Service Associate. She became a member of the 111 Wealth Management Group in 2023. Tammy started in the financial services industry with Merrill Lynch in 1985 as a wire operator/cashier. Over her 35-year career with Merrill Lynch she was employed in a variety of positions in operations, management and client service.

In 2011, she joined Hightower Advisors, and served as a Relationship Manager with them for five years. She joined RBC in 2016 as a Branch Service Manager, assisting the office with operational duties, client service and management reports.

Tammy and her husband, Mike, live in Palm Desert. They have two sons (Ryan and Chance) and two daughter-in-laws (Kasia and Carmen). When she’s not working, Tammy and her husband enjoy spending time with their family (including their three grandchildren), and participating in hobbies such as camping, boating, biking and pickleball.

Awards and Recognition

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Equity Compensation

Helping you make the most of your equity awards and better understand how it may fit into your your larger financial picture – today and tomorrow.

  • Vesting events
  • Option expirations
  • Restricted stock units
  • Tax implications

Family

Creating customized financial strategies for the challenges that today’s families face.
  • Estate Planning Strategies
  • 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
  • Long Term Care Insurance
  • Special Needs Planning
  • Trust Services
529 Plans: A Powerful Tool to Save for Education
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529 Plans: A Powerful Tool to Save for Education

Though education costs continue to climb, starting to save and invest early can make a difference.

Investing

Working closely with you to guide your wealth and investments through the most challenging market cycles.
  • Asset Management
  • Wealth Planning
  • Traditional Investments
  • Alternative Investments
  • Impact Investing
Iran Conflict: Seven Takeaways for Investors
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Iran Conflict: Seven Takeaways for Investors

Prolonged conflict with Iran could lead to higher oil prices, hotter inflation and greater market uncertainty.

Philanthropy

Making sure your philanthropic dollars are managed with the same high quality service as the rest of your wealth.
  • Endowments
  • Foundations
  • Donor Advised Funds
  • Impact Investing
Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving
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Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving

There's more to charitable giving than you may realize. Here's one method that may be a tax-efficient way to give and can help maximize your impact.

Business Planning

Helping you on key aspects of your business such as ownership, liquidity and developing opportunities.
  • Succession Planning
  • Business Planning
  • Qualified Retirement Plans
Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business
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Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business

Selling your business can mean big changes for your life, both personally and financially. Know how to make the most of your windfall.

Retirement

Working with you to understand your life goals and develop a personalized wealth strategy. Today and for the years to come.
  • 401(k) Rollovers
  • IRA Plans
  • Retirement income strategies
  • Retirement plan participants
  • Annuities
A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup
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A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup

Checking in on your retirement plan may make a lot of sense, especially when market volatility arises.

Financial Wellness

Enhancing Financial Wellness enables your workforce to do their best work. Companies that invest in financial wellness have an opportunity to:
  • Reduce employee stress,
  • Improve retention and engagement, and
  • Set themselves apart by offering comprehensive financial wellness benefits.
The Business Case for a Financially Resilient Workforce
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The Business Case for a Financially Resilient Workforce

In the face of turbulent markets, the word “resilience” may be top of mind. Broadly speaking, resilience is the ability to “bounce back” when encountering life’s inevitable challenges.
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13Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.

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14Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.

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