"Empowering individuals to navigate life's transitions with confidence, clarity, and control—because a strong financial future begins with understanding your circumstances today."
With over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, Sylvia Guinan is dedicated to empowering individuals, especially women navigating major life transitions, such as divorce, to take control of their financial futures. As a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst* (CDFA
®), Sylvia specializes in providing holistic, informed financial advice that helps clients build confidence and clarity during challenging times.
Sylvia’s comprehensive, planning-driven approach spans Wealth and Investment Management, Retirement Income Planning, Insurance and Asset Protection, Legacy Planning, and Philanthropy Strategies. By working closely with her clients’ CPAs, attorneys, and other professionals, Sylvia helps ensure that all aspects of their financial lives are carefully integrated and managed. At the core of her practice are the three Cs: Clarity, Confidence, and Control.
Her journey in the financial world began in 1999 at Smith Barney, where she developed her skills in the Stock Options Plans business. Sylvia joined Wells Fargo Advisors in 2009, where she shifted her focus to comprehensive wealth planning with a particular passion for supporting women through life’s transitions. Sylvia holds an undergraduate degree and MBA from St. John’s University.
Acting as a personal 'CFO” for her clients, Sylvia collaborates with her network of professionals, including attorneys, accountants, and internal specialists, to help ensure all aspects of her clients' financial needs are seamlessly integrated. Her mission is to help individuals understand the true costs of divorce while fostering a realistic, optimistic outlook for their future.
With a strong focus on education, empathy, and professional collaboration, Sylvia helps clients make informed decisions, providing the stability and guidance needed for families to thrive—no matter the challenges they face.
Outside of her professional work, Sylvia enjoys yoga, walking, and hiking. She resides in both Connecticut and California and is the proud mother of three children.
*The use of the CDFA® designation does not permit Wells Fargo Advisors or its Financial Advisors to provide legal advice, nor is it meant to imply that the firm or its associates are acting as experts in this field.Media appearances and activities
- Better Connecticut Show and Eyewitness News, Channel 3, and Mary Jones Radio Show on WDRC sharing insight on topics relating to women and investing
- Presented at Barron’s Annual Women’s Conference, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst Conference, Divorce Trial Lawyers ABA in New London, Investment News Women Advisor Summit, Women in Financial Services Annual Conference and Wells Fargo Advisors National and NE Women’s Summits
- Featured articles in Glass Hammer, BossBabe, Wealth Management Magazine, and Barron’s Online
- Former Chairman, Eastern CT division of the American Heart Association®
- Former member of Board of Trustees for the Williams School
CA Insurance License Number: 0E93991. Resident State CT.
