“My clients know that they can count on me to help guide them in their financial decisions, whether big or small.”

 

Philosophy

Gary believes that professional financial management can make a big difference. He also believes that a “team approach” significantly improves providing holistic investment advisory and planning results focused on achieving clients’ financial and life goals. This team approach is focused on finding out what’s important to clients and then integrating their values and priorities into a comprehensive financial “road map”.

Background and Experience

Gary has been active in the financial services field since the early 1980s and specializes in comprehensive investment planning and advisory services. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Advisors in 2018, Gary owned and managed Financial Management Group, an affiliate of Kern Schools Federal Credit Union for 15 years, managed the local Merrill Lynch office for 8 years, and served as First Vice President, Wealth Advisor, and Senior Portfolio Manager for UBS Financial Services for 9 years.

Outside the Office

Gary is a native of Bakersfield, attending South High School and Cal State Bakersfield before earning his CFP® certification in 1989 with the College for Financial Planning in Denver, Colorado. Prior to beginning his career in the financial services industry, Gary made his living as a professional pilot and still continues to fly every chance he gets.

Gary resides in Bakersfield where he is active in the community having served on numerous boards and committees, but his favorite pastime is, of course, spending time with his grandkids: Luke, 19; Ella, 16; and Lillian 12. Gary was married to the love of his life, Nancy, for over 51 years before losing her to cancer in late 2022.


CA Insurance License # 0650747. Resident State CA.

“My clients know that they can count on me to help guide them in their financial decisions, whether big or small.”

 

Philosophy

David believes the foundation of personalized investment planning is based on a long-term trusted partnership between client and advisor.

Background and Experience

David’s curiosity about the financial services industry ignited at an early age by watching the movie ‘Trading Places’.  He began his career as a commodities broker in 1997 at a firm in Irvine, CA. He transitioned to becoming a Financial Advisor at Chase Investments (formerly WAMU) from 2003 to 2009.  David continued expanding his expertise and client service by pursuing and earning the Certified Financial Planner® certification from the College for Financial Planning in 2006 and has since passed all three levels and exams for the Chartered Market Technician (CMT®) designation in 2024.

David holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from California State University, Fullerton with an emphasis in behavioral finance.

Outside the Office

David, originally a native of Seattle and Alaska, moved to Southern California in 1991.  He married Heidi Sipe (Schultz) in 2001, and together they have two daughters, Kelsie and Haylie.  Heidi is from Bakersfield, and they moved to Bakersfield in 2004 to be closer to Heidi’s mom, who taught at Bakersfield High School for 32 years.  David enjoys baseball, reading, travelling, and being active in his church.



CA Insurance License # 0D84586. Resident State CA.

“Wealth is not about money – it is about being in a position to do the things that matter most to you.”

 

Philosophy

Jay knows that since his clients have various goals and interests, they deserve an investment approach that reflects the needs, wants and hopes of those unique individuals.

Background and Experience

Jay started in the financial services industry in 1986 with Dean Witter Reynolds. While at Dean Witter he not only learned how to invest in volatile markets, he also became the Assistant Branch Manager and was the first Senior Vice President in the Bakersfield office. In 2006 he moved his practice to UBS Financial Services to serve as the local producing Branch Manager. In March of 2018 he moved to Wells Fargo Advisors.

Outside the Office

Before becoming a Financial Advisor, Jay enjoyed a very diverse series of life experiences. Starting in high school, Jay was a sports reporter for the Bakersfield newspaper and Swimming World magazine, which led him to obtain a B.A. degree in Journalism. Following college, Jay became the Director of Communications for Calcot, Ltd., during the time that cotton was one of the largest agriculture crops in California and Arizona. At age 28 Jay was elected to the Panama Union School Board of Education. Jay was a key proponent in the school merger that led to the formation of the Panama-Buena Vista School District. Jay served on the Board for 21 years.

Jay is a graduate of Cal State University, Northridge, where he met his wife, Shannon. The Ericssons have two grown children and five grandchildren.



CA Insurance License # 0A68696. Resident State CA.

“While each client relationship is unique, my motivation is the same– ensure everyone has confidence they are on track to achieve their goals.”

 

Philosophy

Jon believes that a comprehensive planning approach should be the foundation for all relationships and is an important first step in helping clients achieve their goals and objectives.

Background and Experience

Jon grew up in his parents’ financial planning and investment advisory firm and decided to make it his profession in 2008 when he joined the family practice. Since then, he has not only focused on providing top-notch investment planning and advice but also on continuing his education and deepening his knowledge. He became a Certified Financial Planner® professional in 2012 and a Certified Portfolio Manager (CPM®) in 2015.

Outside the Office

Prior to joining the family team, Jon had a career as a professional actor, specializing in Shakespeare, and a career as a computer consultant and I.T. Director. As a computer consultant in San Diego and New York City he worked with businesses ranging from small 5 person shops up to fortune 500 companies. He is still an avid “computer geek” and donates his services to numerous non-profits. He sits on the Boards of the CSUB School of Arts and Humanities Executive Advisory Council, the Rotary Club of Bakersfield, the Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science, and Stewards, which advocates for homelessness prevention through connection to social services, resources, and acting as an appointed representative payee service.

Jon and his wife, Jennifer, have a joyful and energetic 12 year old daughter, Lillian.

Jon is a graduate of the University of San Diego and of California State University, Bakersfield.



CA Insurance License # 0G62598. Resident State CA.

Walter handles the day-to-day administration of accounts, including opening new accounts, updating existing account information, managing account transfers and answering questions regarding statements. With more than 30 years of financial services experience, Walter strives to ensure that our clients’ administrative, trading and operational needs are handled accurately and quickly.


CA Insurance License # 0M52166. Resident State CA.

Lisa manages and oversees the group’s client and prospect/community communications and outreach. This includes scheduling the many educational work¬shops and client briefings we sponsor each year. Topics typically include Cybersecurity, Social Security Claiming Strategies, Medicare Basics, Retirement, Investment Planning, and Estate Planning Strategies as well as others. Lisa also ensures the distribution of timely Wells Fargo Investment Institute Reports to our clients and friends.