Experience

Makes all the difference

Scott Fitzgerald, CFP, CIMA

Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

Financial Advisor

Mr. Fitzgerald is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and a Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA ®) with more than 25 years of experience advising clients of all sizes.

Scott was a founder of Vanderbilt Securities LLC in 2002 and later, in 2016, he founded Steel Ridge Advisors. Joining UBS in 2024 as a Senior Vice President - Wealth Management and establishing Fitzgerald Nowak Group, Scott and his team gained access to the expanded resources, and insights of a leading global wealth management firm. 

Scott works with high net-worth individuals, multi-generational families and institutions. He focuses on advising his clients on financial planning, trust and estate planning, risk management and creative lending solutions.

Registered States:
  • AL
  • AR
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • FL
  • GA
  • ID
  • IL
  • MA
  • MD
  • ME
  • MO
  • NC
  • NE
  • NH
  • NJ
  • NM
  • NV
  • NY
  • OH
  • PA
  • PR
  • SC
  • TX
  • VA
  • VT
  • WI

Credentials

  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER
  • Certified Investment Management Analyst
58 South Service Road
Suite 310
Melville, NY 11747

Email Me

scott.fitzgerald@ubs.com
Scott Fitzgerald, CFP, CIMA
58 South Service Road,Melville,NY,11747

Timothy Nowak

Vice President–Wealth Management

Financial Advisor

Timothy began his career at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he built a strong foundation in investment strategies and client-focused financial planning. In 2019, he joined Steel Ridge Advisors as a Partner and Financial Advisor, expanding his expertise in serving high and ultra-high net worth clients.

In 2024, Timothy co-founded The Fitzgerald Nowak Group at UBS, a team dedicated to delivering sophisticated financial solutions for corporate executives, business owners, and multi-generational families. His approach emphasizes personalized strategies, transparency, and long-term planning to help clients achieve their financial goals.

Areas of Expertise:

  • Comprehensive Financial Planning
  • Investment Strategy & Portfolio Management
  • Retirement & Estate Planning
  • Risk Management & Tax-Efficient Solutions

 

Registered States:
  • AL
  • AR
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • FL
  • GA
  • ID
  • IL
  • MA
  • MD
  • ME
  • MO
  • NC
  • NE
  • NH
  • NJ
  • NM
  • NV
  • NY
  • PA
  • PR
  • SC
  • TX
  • VA
  • VT
  • WI

Our advice is comprehensive. We help diverse clients in a broad range of areas, including:

Financial planning
Investing
Custom portfolios
Asset allocation
Retirement planning
Equity plans
58 South Service Road
Suite 310
Melville, NY 11747

Email Me

timothy.nowak@ubs.com
Timothy Nowak
58 South Service Road,Melville,NY,11747

Megan Kaplan

Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

Megan joined UBS in 2024 as a Senior Wealth Strategy Associate.  She prides herself in providing exceptional client services, no matter what the client need may be.  Megan graduated from Siena College and also holds a Master’s degree from Long Island University.  Megan currently holds FINRA Series 7 and Series 66 security registrations.

Registered States:
  • AL
  • AR
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CT
  • FL
  • GA
  • ID
  • IL
  • MA
  • MD
  • ME
  • MO
  • NC
  • NE
  • NH
  • NJ
  • NM
  • NV
  • NY
  • PA
  • PR
  • SC
  • TX
  • VA
  • VT
  • WI
58 South Service Road
Suite 310
Melville, NY 11747

Email Me

megan.kaplan@ubs.com
Megan Kaplan
58 South Service Road,Melville,NY,11747

Ines Luces

Registered Client Associate

Ines Luces joined UBS in 2024 as a Registered Client Service Associate, bringing more than 30 years of experience in the investment industry and a decade of advanced compliance expertise. She specializes in client service and operations, ensuring seamless support and exceptional experiences for clients.

Her career spans respected financial institutions including Comprehensive Financial, Julius Baer, MetLife, and most recently Steel Ridge Advisors. Ines holds FINRA Series 6 and 63 securities registrations and is dedicated to delivering outstanding service while maintaining the highest regulatory standards. Her deep industry knowledge and commitment to excellence make her a trusted resource for clients and colleagues alike.

Registered States:
  • AL
  • AR
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CT
  • FL
  • GA
  • ID
  • IL
  • MA
  • MD
  • ME
  • MO
  • NC
  • NE
  • NH
  • NJ
  • NM
  • NV
  • NY
  • PA
  • PR
58 South Service Road
Suite 310
Melville, NY 11747

Email Me

ines.luces@ubs.com
Ines Luces
58 South Service Road,Melville,NY,11747

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