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At the Baumgardner Group, our investment philosophy is rooted in providing novice and sophisticated investors with a structured investment approach and a comprehensive planning framework. We understand the significance of having a well-designed financial plan tailored to your goals, complemented by customized, risk-managed investment strategies.

What sets us apart is our affiliation with UBS Private Wealth Management, a global institution with powerful resources. Through this partnership, we have the expertise and capabilities to address your most important priorities and concerns. Whether it's sourcing new capital, establishing a family wealth transfer plan, or navigating the process of exiting your lifelong business, our team can execute on these complex tasks. However, it's not just our solutions and investment insight that make us unique. We genuinely care about our clients and strive to build a strong rapport that is both welcoming and supportive.

We want to be more than just advisors – we aim to become trusted partners who understand your needs and aspirations. By working with us, you can gain the confidence to make informed choices for your family and future. We aim to provide you with the freedom to focus on the other aspects of your life, knowing that your investments and financial well-being are in capable hands. At the Baumgardner Group within UBS, we are committed to making a difference in your investment journey and helping you achieve your long-term goals.

With our experience and genuine concern for your financial well-being, we hope to be an essential part of your lives and a source of clarity today and for years to come.

- Jay Baumgardner III, CFA®

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“We cannot predict the future but we will help you prepare for it”

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Despite undisputed success in the sports and entertainment world, many pros still need guidance in the financial world. That’s why we have a team dedicated to providing exceptional advice and guidance to help agents, managers, owners, executives, and professionals see the big picture.

  • Jay Baumgardner

    Jay Baumgardner III, CFA

    Managing Director–Wealth Management

    Private Wealth Advisor

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    Discipline, integrity and responsibility

    Jay has always been guided by discipline, integrity and responsibility. From his former life in the military to today, as a seasoned Private Wealth Advisor and portfolio manager, he applies those principles to his investment philosophy, particularly when it comes to managing risk. Jay takes into account your bigger wealth picture. He also focuses on the details. Diversification and financial planning are key to the strategy he recommends for you.

    “I strive to be an Advisor our clients want for life—building a caring team that shares client values, believes in doing the right thing, and puts clients first.”
    — Jay Baumgardner

    Looking beyond the comprehensive financial advice Jay provides, you’ll find a deep commitment to the well-being of his clients, and a team that puts clients above all else.

    California Insurance License #0G23161

    Previous experience

    • Executive Director, J.P. Morgan, 2009 – 2016
    • Senior Portfolio Manager, Wells Fargo, 2004 – 2008

    Achievements and education

    • Private Wealth Advisor
    • Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA®)
    • Series 7, 63 and 65 licenses
    • B.A., business administration, East Tennessee State University
    • M.B.A., Webster University

    Life

    • Jay is a former officer in the U.S. Marine Corps. and Naval Aviator.
    • He enjoys time with his family, his friends and golf.
    • UBS Wealth Management Pinnacle Council, 2025UBS Financial Services Inc. Councils are a distinction held by UBS Financial Advisors based on criteria including evaluation of compliance with firm rules, standards & policies and revenue. Council membership is not representative of any one client's experience and is not indicative of the advisor’s future performance.

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      • Senior Portfolio Manager
      • Chartered Financial Analyst
      888 San Clemente Drive
      Suite 300
      Newport Beach, CA 92660
      jay.baumgardner@ubs.com
      Jay Baumgardner III, CFA
      888 San Clemente Drive,Newport Beach,CA,92660
    • Kelli Baumgardner

      Kelli Baumgardner

      Associate Financial Advisor

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      Kelli began her career at UBS PWM in Century City in 2018. She is responsible for investment proposals, asset allocations and helping strategize clients’ needs for their unique lifestyles. She’s also the point of contact for our next generation clients. Kelli graduated from the University of California, Irvine in 2018 with a Bachelor of the Arts degree in Economics.

            888 San Clemente Drive
            Suite 300
            Newport Beach, CA 92660
            kelli.baumgardner@ubs.com
            Kelli Baumgardner
            888 San Clemente Drive,Newport Beach,CA,92660
          • Brandon Seanez

            Brandon Seanez

            Wealth Strategy Associate

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            Brandon Seanez is a Registered Client Service Associate at UBS, and has been working with the Baumgardner Group since 2021. Based in Santa Cruz, he holds a degree in Economics from San Francisco State University and brings a client-focused, detail-oriented approach to every relationship. Brandon plays an integral role in portfolio construction and ongoing investment strategy, while also delivering proactive service.

                  750 University Ave.
                  Suite 250
                  Los Gatos, CA 95032
                  brandon.seanez@ubs.com
                  Brandon Seanez
                  750 University Ave.,Los Gatos,CA,95032
                • Lauren Truman

                  Lauren Truman

                  Senior Registered Client Associate

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                  Lauren has previous experience in both investment management and banking, beginning her career in 2013 with Fifth Third Bank in Cincinnati, Ohio.  She transferred to San Diego in 2016 and began working with Bank of America Merrill Lynch.  She has been working as a Senior CSA for UBS since 2022 and joined the Baumgardner Group in 2025.

                  She currently holds FINRA Series 7 , 66 & 9 licenses along with AWMA® & CRPC® designations.

                  Lauren was born in Ohio and attended the University of Cincinnati.  She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts with honors in Philosophy.  Lauren now lives in Mission Valley with her husband and their five-year-old daughter.  In her spare time, she enjoys trips to the San Diego Zoo and Disneyland with her family.

                        1200 Prospect Street
                        Suite 100
                        La Jolla, CA 92037
                        lauren.truman@ubs.com
                        Lauren Truman
                        1200 Prospect Street,La Jolla,CA,92037
                      • Joe Shaw

                        Joseph Shaw, CFP®

                        Registered Client Associate

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                        Joseph (Joe) Shaw joined the Baumgardner Group of UBS in 2025.

                        Prior to joining the Baumgardner Group, Joe worked at Merrill Lynch Private Wealth Management in Century City where he was exposed to the front-line operations of the firm in banking and wealth management. With the Baumgardner Group, his current role on the team is managing the complex day-to-day operations of the team’s wealth management clients. This includes client relationship management, digital engagement, trading securities, money movement, and new account opening.

                        Originally from Irvine, California, Joe graduated from Loyola Marymount University where he achieved a B.B.A. in Finance in 2021. Joe was a four-year Varsity Water Polo D1 athlete and was recognized as an All-American in 2021. Joe is an Eagle Scout and currently holds FINRA Series 7 and Series 66 licenses.

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                            888 San Clemente Drive
                            Suite 300
                            Newport Beach, CA 92660
                            joseph.shaw@ubs.com
                            Joseph Shaw, CFP®
                            888 San Clemente Drive,Newport Beach,CA,92660

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