Meet Your Advisors

Our team is made of professionals with many combined years of experience helping create solutions for complex wealth needs.

Jerry D. Brewster, MBA, CIMA

Managing Director - Investments

Client Focused Advisor
As Managing Director – Investments of the Brewster Snyder Private Wealth Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors, Jerry concentrates on serving high-net-worth families, business owners, and executives. With more than 30 years of experience, he develops and implements sophisticated strategies across investment management, philanthropy, concentrated equity management, legacy planning, and comprehensive wealth management.

Jerry focuses on building long-term client relationships grounded in trust, personal attention, and a high level of service. By intentionally working with a limited number of high-net-worth clients, he is able to maintain consistent communication through in-depth wealth planning reviews, client education events, and customized investment insights. Jerry and his team collaborate closely with clients’ legal and tax advisors to help ensure all elements of their wealth plans remain aligned and effective.

Jerry earned his Master of Business Administration from the University of Tampa and completed the Investment Management Consultants Association Program at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business, earning the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®) designation.

Personal & Community Life
A devoted family man, reader, writer, and quiet philanthropist, Jerry is passionate about giving back to the community. He provides leadership and support to local institutions, service organizations, and charitable causes, and previously served as an Adjunct Business Professor at Pasco-Hernando State College. In his free time, Jerry serves as a part-time preacher at the Trinity Church of Christ. He and his wife, Lisa, are the proud parents of three children

Certificates

MBA, CIMA

Education

  • Master of Business Administration, University of Tampa
  • Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communication, University of South Florida
  • Certified Investment Management Analyst, The Wharton School

Randy J. Snyder, CFP

Senior Vice President - Investments

Client Focused Advisor
As a member of the Brewster Snyder Private Wealth Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors, Randy supports clients across all aspects of their wealth management needs. His responsibilities include client relationship management, portfolio analysis and design, investment research, trading, and coordination of comprehensive financial strategies. Randy has been a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional since 2015.

Before beginning his advisory career more than a decade ago, Randy spent six years with an asset protection and estate planning law firm, serving in several non-attorney roles, including Client Investment Coordinator. He later earned a Master of Science in Finance from Florida State University, further strengthening his analytical and investment expertise.

Personal & Community Life
Born and raised in Clearwater, Randy now lives in Trinity with his wife, Lindsey, and their son, Bennett. Outside of work, he enjoys fishing, boating, mountain biking, and spending time with his family. Randy is actively involved in the community and supports several local charitable organizations, including the Rotary Club of New Port Richey.

Certificates

CFP

Education

  • Master of Science in Finance, Florida State University
  • Bachelor of Science in Finance, University of South Florida

Michael W. Yacavone

Financial Advisor

Client Focused Advisor
Michael Yacavone is a Financial Advisor with the Brewster Snyder Private Wealth Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors. With his experience in the industry, Michael supports the team in delivering comprehensive wealth management solutions, assisting with client service, research, and the implementation of investment strategies.

Michael brings a disciplined, service-oriented mindset to his work, shaped by his background in the United States Marine Corps. His military service instilled a strong foundation of integrity, accountability, and commitment. These principles continue to guide his professional approach today.

Following his service, Michael pursued higher education and earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Central Florida. Prior to joining the Brewster Snyder Private Wealth Management Group, he worked in the life insurance and investments industry, where he helped families and business owners plan for major life events through thoughtful risk management and wealth planning strategies.

Personal/Community Life
Michael resides in the greater Central Florida area with his wife, Scotland. Outside the office, he enjoys family outings, volunteering in the community and with his church, and spending time along Florida’s beautiful coastline fishing whenever he gets the chance.

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, University of Central Florida

Stacy Alfonso

Senior Registered Client Associate

Client Focused Service
As Assistant Vice President - Senior Registered Client Associate of the Brewster Snyder Private Wealth Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors, Stacy’s primary responsibility is providing operational and administrative support in building and maintaining client relationships.  She is also tasked with producing the wealth planning reviews that our advisors review with clients. 

Stacy is integral to the group’s focus on providing absolute client-focused service.  She has over twenty years of experience in the financial services industry and has worked with Jerry since 2007.

Stacy lives in Tampa with her two dogs, Bruno and Heidi.

Ivette Ramirez

Senior Registered Client Associate

Client Focused Service
As Senior Registered Client Associate of the Brewster Snyder Private Wealth Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors, Ivette brings over two and a half decades of experience in financial services. She plays a key role in supporting clients’ operational needs, combining a strong work ethic with precision and a client-first mindset. Ivette values trust, care, and exceptional service as the foundation for building lasting relationships.

Fluent in Spanish, she is passionate about promoting financial literacy within the Spanish-speaking community. Outside of work, Ivette volunteers at Pasco County Animal Services and shares her home with several pets. She is also a proud mother to her daughter, Caitlin, who is studying veterinary medicine.