By focusing on each investor’s specific needs, I develop strategies that help clients reach their financial goals. I have worked as a Financial Advisor to both individual and intuitional investors since 1993. I have been recognized as a Platinum Council from 2015-2023. The Platinum Council (previously known as Premier Advisor) distinction is held by a select group of Financial Advisors within Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network as measured by completion of educational components, business production based on the past year, and professionalism. Additional criteria, best practices and team structure, may also be used to determine recipients. Before joining Wells Fargo Advisors in 2003, I was a Financial Advisor for Edward Jones for 11 years. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from the University of Texas-Austin.

My mission is to provide every client with targeted, comprehensive financial advice and portfolio management-delivered with the highest level of personal service and professional integrity. This commitment to service also carries over to my involvement with our local community. Away from the office, I enjoy being outdoors and traveling with my wife and children.

It takes more than a single planning session to put your wealth to work in support of your life goals. It takes a process. As your life circumstances change, so must the investment strategies I use to help keep you on course toward your objectives. We’ll continue to work together through the years to keep your investment strategies aligned with your goals and needs.

Candy earned her Interdisciplinary Studies degree in 2007 from the University of Houston. During this time, she began working for Stephan Raska as his Administrative Assistant. Over the last 17 years, she has broadened her skill set in the financial services field to expand her role to Operations Manager.

Candy has worked closely with Stephan and enjoys managing the day-to-day operations of the office. She knows that serving clients with their individual needs is what sets her and the team apart from others.

In her spare time, she loves to cook with her husband, and they travel as much as possible.

Lauren is a 2011 graduate of Sam Houston State University with a degree in Mass Communication. Before joining the team in January 2021, she spent 10 years in the insurance industry as a Senior Sales Agent, focusing on sales and marketing.

Lauren’s prior experience has been beneficial in her successful transition to the world of personal finance. She is excited to serve clients as the Marketing and Client Relationship Manager and feels strongly that working directly with clients is the cornerstone to a successful business.

Away from the office, she loves spending time with her husband, toddler son and 2 dogs. She also enjoys traveling, live music and is a self-proclaimed foodie!