For the past 25 years in the industry, Hugh Patterson has dedicated his career to understanding his clients’ needs and helping them achieve confidence in their financial future. Hugh’s commitment is to assist clients in planning effectively using a balance sheet approach, investing wisely, and charting a realistic financial course. As financial markets evolve and life events occur-such as career changes, retirement, divorce, or loss of a loved one- your financial plan must adapt. Hugh provides customized wealth management services that evolve alongside his clients' needs, goals, and risk tolerances.
In his roles as husband, father, and Branch Manager he has gained firsthand insight into how daily life impacts financial success and challenges. Hugh’s personal and professional experiences have equipped him to help you accomplish your financial goals. His areas of investment focus include retirement planning, IRA Strategies, wealth management services, financial advisory.
Before joining Wells Fargo Advisors in 2009, Hugh spent 10 years at Smith Barney. Throughout his career, he has held various positions, including Financial Advisor, Assistant Branch Manager, and currently, Branch Manager. Hugh holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Marketing from Trinity University and earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® practitioner designation from the College for Financial Planning in 2005. He also currently holds FINRA Registrations: Series 7, 65, 63, 9, 10, and 3.
Hugh is happily married and is a proud father of two sons and two daughters. Outside of work, he enjoys playing golf, fishing, listening to live music, and spending quality time with his family.