Ridgegate Advisors, LLC

George Smith is a financial advisor at Ridgegate Advisors, LLC, holding a Series 65 designation. He has been with Ridgegate Financial since 2016 and previously worked at Hillsdale College for one year. Ridgegate Advisors LLC provides discretionary investment management and financial planning services to individuals, non-profits, and small businesses, typically working with client relationships that meet a negotiable $500,000 minimum. The firm utilizes a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis and employs both long-term and short-term trading strategies under discretionary authority.

Christopher Rogers is a financial advisor with Ridgegate Advisors, LLC in Englewood, CO, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 16 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Ridgegate Alternatives, Emerson Equity LLC, AE Wealth Management, and Jackson National Life Distributors. He is also an insurance agent with Ridgegate Insurance, LLC. Ridgegate Advisors LLC provides discretionary investment management and financial planning to individuals, non-profits, and small businesses, often serving clients with a negotiable $500,000 minimum. The firm employs a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, using both long-term and short-term trading strategies under discretionary authority.

Coleman Benson is a CFP® with seven years of industry experience, currently serving as an investment advisor representative at Ridgegate Advisors, LLC. He has worked with Ridgegate Alternatives, Emerson Equity LLC, and AE Wealth Management, LLC, among other firms. Outside of financial advising, his background includes involvement with various businesses such as Brixx Wood Fired Pizza and Vintages Winery. Ridgegate Advisors LLC provides discretionary investment management and financial planning to individuals, non-profits, and small businesses, typically serving clients with a negotiable $500,000 minimum. The firm employs a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis and utilizes both long-term and short-term trading strategies under discretionary authority.

Alexander Staverosky is a financial advisor at Ridgegate Advisors, LLC with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at AE Wealth Management, JPMorgan Chase Bank, and J.P. Morgan Securities. Outside of his advisory role, he has been involved with CubsQ BBQ and worked in retail at Lululemon. Ridgegate Advisors LLC provides discretionary investment management and financial planning to individuals, non-profits, and small businesses, typically serving clients with a negotiable $500,000 minimum. The firm employs a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, offering both long-term and short-term trading strategies under discretionary authority.

George Smith is a ChFC® with 19 years of experience and has been with Ridgegate Advisors, LLC since 2008. He also holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked with firms including Emerson Equity LLC and AE Wealth Management, LLC. Outside of his advisory roles, he is the managing member of Gibborim Media, a marketing services company. Ridgegate Advisors LLC provides discretionary investment management and financial planning to individuals, non-profits, and small businesses, typically working with client relationships that meet a negotiable $500,000 minimum. The firm employs a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis across long-term and short-term trading strategies and maintains discretionary authority for portfolio management while requiring client approval for alternative investments.

William Sneckner Jr. is a CFP® professional with six years of industry experience, currently serving at Ridgegate Advisors, LLC. His prior experience includes roles at AE Wealth Management, Emerson Equity LLC, and Fidelity Investments. Ridgegate Advisors LLC provides discretionary investment management and financial planning to individuals, non-profits, and small businesses, typically working with client relationships that meet a negotiable $500,000 minimum. The firm employs a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis and uses both long- and short-term trading strategies under discretionary authority.

David Swenson is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with 22 years of industry experience. He is currently with Ridgegate Advisors, LLC, where he has worked since 2025, and has previously held roles at AE Wealth Management, Swenson Wealth Advisors, Spire Investment Partners, and United Capital Financial Advisers. In addition to his advisory work, he is licensed as an insurance agent with Ridgegate Insurance, LLC. Ridgegate Advisors LLC provides discretionary investment management and financial planning services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, non-profits, and small businesses. The firm employs a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis with both long- and short-term trading strategies, offering planning engagements on a stand-alone or ongoing basis.

Ryan Csrnko is a CFP® with eight years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Ridgegate Advisors, LLC. His prior roles include positions at AE Wealth Management and Brown & Company. He is also involved with Emerson Equity, LLC, where he works as a registered representative. Ridgegate Advisors, LLC provides discretionary investment management and financial planning services to individuals, non-profits, and small businesses, typically working with client relationships that meet a negotiable $500,000 minimum. The firm employs a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, utilizing both long-term and short-term trading strategies under discretionary authority.