At Silicon Beach Financial, we believe in the transformative power of your wealth. We’re more than just a financial guide—we’re your dedicated partner in realizing ambitious dreams and shaping the future. Our mission is to support visionary entrepreneurs and innovators who are driven to make a significant impact on the world. Our approach is deeply rooted in collaboration and partnership. We start by understanding your unique vision and then craft a comprehensive financial plan that aligns with your goals. Whether it’s managing investments to secure both short-term needs and long-term opportunities, or navigating the complexities of tax planning to maximize your wealth, we’re here to ensure you’re always ahead of the curve. We’re passionate about empowering individuals who are not only driven by financial success but also by a desire to create meaningful change. Our values—organization, accountability, objectivity, proactivity, education, and partnership—define how we work with you. We bring order to your financial life, help you make informed decisions, and anticipate life’s transitions with proactive strategies. Founded by Christopher Stroup, a recognized LGBTQ+ leader in financial planning, Silicon Beach Financial was created specifically for those who dare to dream big and make a difference. If you’re ready to transform your financial future and leave a lasting impact, let’s partner to turn your vision into reality. With us, your wealth isn’t just about accumulation; it’s about making a difference in the world.

Hi, I’m Larry Koeppel, founder of Digital Wealth. We work with busy tech professionals who are serious about saving and want to work toward achieving their biggest financial goals. We collaborate with our clients, and help to hold them accountable as they maximize their fullest financial potential, and live their ideal life! The name Digital Wealth has a dual meaning: First, the firm works mainly with the Digital LA community. Second, the firm utilizes leading-edge digital tools to provide a frictionless, high-level of financial planning and investment management. Digital Wealth is virtual in nature which enables us to assist in the State of California and in other jurisdictions where exempted. Although we are focused on Silicon Beach we are able to work with clients in other tech communities such as Silicon Valley, Seattle, Portland, Boulder, Denver, Salt Lake City, Austin, New York, Chicago, Washington D.C., Research Triangle, etc. Our goal is to help you start building your wealth, and improve your money habits now so that you can start building an exceptional financial future. To learn more please visit the Digital Wealth website at https://digitalwealth.la and then schedule an introductory meeting at https://calendly.com/digitalwealth. I look forward to meeting you!

Hello! My name is Billy (he/him), owner of Billfold Budget Counseling. I provide accessible financial advice for folks who want to see (or even make) significant, progressive change in our world. My goal is to help you tackle your financial challenges, so you can focus on making the world a more compassionate, diverse, and understanding place. I believe that money is not a natural thing. Be it overspending, living paycheck to paycheck, or a low credit score…these money mishaps are actually quite common. Because of this, I feel that there’s no shame in not understanding personal finance. Heck, when I was studying accounting as an undergrad, I managed to get in over my head with credit card debt. A situation due to a lack of personal finance knowledge. But this overwhelming burden would weigh on my every action, and my not-so-wise decision to ignore the problem only made it worse. I was eventually able to pay off my debt through sheer chance (and lots of part-time work), but I never wanted to feel that level of anxiety again. However, what was bad for me is often worse for others. In this country, there are haves and have-nots, and money has historically been hoarded by haves: rich, white, powerful men. As a privileged white male, I had the opportunities that lead me to eventually being debt-free. I could see how my challenges were relatively small compared to the structural issues that other folks face. So, I’ve made it my mission to not only provide financial planning, education, and coaching but to have my advice be as accessible as possible. Especially to those who have had dealt with money hardships, but still want to give back to their communities. That way, you can focus on your mission to make the world a compassionate, diverse, and understanding place. So if you’re ready to enlist help to tackle your financial burdens (without cliché, condescending advice like “eat less avocado toast” or “don’t buy lattes”), please reach out for a complimentary consultation. https://calendly.com/billfoldbudget/initialconsultation

Mana FLD offers professional financial advice that empowers you to protect and celebrate your hard earned money. We start with our clients' hopes and dreams: getting an intimate view of their values, attitudes, and feelings towards money and its connection to lifestyle. Next comes smart planning: as we work one-on-one with each client to learn your finances inside and out, resulting in deep knowledge sharing, and ongoing support capable of shifting attitudes and building wealth. The outcome is freedom through partnership: our clients are supported to grow, develop and stand strong through life’s transitions, as we build new strategies for self-awareness and personal identity. Throughout the journey, we help turn clients' dreams and goals into reality.

Collin Saydah is a Financial Services Advisor (FSA) with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on connecting clients to the people, plans, and processes that align with their individual ambitions and financial goals. Collin works with clients to address objectives such as funding education, preparing for retirement and potential health care expenses, and developing personalized long-term financial strategies. He holds the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Washington. Collin’s approach emphasizes understanding clients’ personal perspectives and priorities to create clear and transparent financial plans aimed at helping them manage their wealth effectively.

Matthew Spring is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He oversees and manages the financial affairs of high net worth families, corporate executives, and select institutions in Los Angeles and throughout the country. Matthew develops personalized, integrated strategies tailored to his clients’ financial goals, helping them navigate short-term needs and accumulate wealth over the long term. Since joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2013, Matthew has worked closely with clients to address a range of financial concerns, including college education planning, retirement security, wealth transfer, and business founding. He leverages resources from Merrill Lynch and Bank of America to provide comprehensive services such as wealth forecasting, financial modeling, retirement planning, trust services, and portfolio-based lending. He holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). Matthew earned a Master’s Degree from the Thunderbird School of Global Management and a Bachelor’s Degree in History from the University of California, Los Angeles. He also participates in community volunteering and has personal interests that include cooking, golfing, reading, running, and surfing.

Raymond Conboy is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been serving clients since 1998, beginning his career at Prudential Securities before joining Banc of America Investments in 2003, where he continues to provide financial advisory services. Raymond works with wealthy families, business owners, businesses, and non-profit organizations, assisting them in recognizing, understanding, and realizing their priorities and goals. His expertise encompasses areas such as divorce transition planning, services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, investment consulting for defined contribution and benefit plans, LGBT wealth planning, liquidity management, philanthropic planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, and tax minimization. Raymond aims to preserve and grow his clients' assets leveraging the broad financial capabilities of Merrill alongside the banking services of Bank of America. Raymond earned an Associate's Degree from Galway Mayo Institute of Technology and holds professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Originally from Ireland, he moved to the United States in his early twenties. Outside of work, Raymond engages in hiking, triathlons, open water swimming, music, refereeing soccer, and spending time with his family. He also volunteers with organizations in his community, reflecting his commitment to community involvement.

Alex Basmadjian is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2023. In this role, Alex focuses on building relationships with clients and creating customized financial plans to help them achieve their personal and financial goals. Areas of expertise include investments, retirement planning, income planning, and tax-efficient investing strategies. Alex has held various positions at Fidelity Investments, including Portfolio Specialist and Investment Management Consultant (2022-2023), as well as Investment Solutions Representative (2021-2022). Prior to joining Fidelity, Alex worked as a Relationship Manager at Bank of America from 2020 to 2021 and served as Vice President and Client Services Manager at Community Bank between 2016 and 2018. Alex holds a California Insurance License. Outside of work, Alex enjoys attending concerts, participating in family activities, listening to music, reading, and traveling.

Perry Richards is a Wealth Management Advisor and Managing Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Beverly Hills, California. He leads Richards, McMahon, Power & Associates, a six-person team that provides a wide range of wealth management strategies and investment services to individuals, families, and business owners. Perry and his team focus on delivering holistic financial oversight, helping clients manage their wealth, maintain their lifestyle, and plan for legacy, while collaborating with clients’ other trusted advisors to provide professional and objective guidance. Perry began his career at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 1991 and has held several leadership roles, including District Sales Manager and Director in offices located in Greenwich, CT, Century City, CA, and Beverly Hills, CA. He is a qualified Portfolio Manager specializing in discretionary management of personalized or defined investment strategies, which may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill Lynch model portfolios, and third-party strategies. His client focus areas include college education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, tax minimization, and services for corporate executives and non-profit organizations. Perry earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Finance from Michigan State University in 1989 and holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst® designation awarded by the Investments & Wealth Institute in conjunction with The Wharton School. Residing in Pacific Palisades, California, Perry lives with his wife Kerrie and their two daughters. Outside of his professional commitments, he enjoys golf, surfing, biking in the Santa Monica Mountains, yoga, and spending time with his family. Perry and Kerrie are also active in community service, volunteering their time to support Adams House, a shelter for battered women and children in Los Angeles.

Faran Shaker is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he collaborates with a wealth management team to build long-term financial relationships based on trust and transparency. He engages in open dialogue with clients to understand their unique financial goals and develops comprehensive plans tailored to their best interests. Faran's client focus areas include college education planning, services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, managing new wealth, and personal retirement planning. He holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Wisconsin Law School. Faran has earned several professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), Accredited Wealth Management Advisor™ (AWMA™), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is fluent in Persian and English. Faran has served as the Bank of America Community Volunteer Champion for Central Los Angeles in 2021 and 2022. His personal interests include running, tennis, and writing. He emphasizes connecting all aspects of clients' financial lives to help prioritize and pursue their most important goals. In his current role, he does not provide legal advice.