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Where are you today and where do you want to be tomorrow? We recognize that a lasting relationship starts by listening and understanding your priorities and concerns. We'll work together to look at the big picture, discuss your vision for the future and help you confidently pursue your life goals.

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Pursuing your goals together

Our mission is to provide quality strategies customized to your needs. Our goal is to be your primary source of financial advice. To this end, we concentrate our efforts on developing long-term relationships through a commitment to quality client service.

  • allen

    Allen G. Carter, Jr., CRPC, CPWA®

    Managing Director–Wealth Management

    Financial Advisor

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    Allen and his team focus on serving private clients with more than $5,000,000 in investable assets.  His clients include private equity principals, senior executives and successful entrepreneurs.  His 31 years of experience have given him tremendous insight regarding the processes that can add value to families. 

    He received a B.A. in Business and English from Hillsdale College in Hillsdale, Michigan, is a Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) professional and also holds a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation from the College of Financial Planning.  Additionally, Allen holds Series 3, 7, 8, 63 and 65 securities licenses. 

    Allen is involved with and supports  many Chicago charitable organizations, including The Chicago Hope Academy,  Misericordia, The Illinois Holocaust Museum, the Knights of Columbus, the Max McGraw Foundation, OUR Rescue and others. He is also a member of The Order of St. John, The Society of Colonial Wars, the Sons of the American Revolution, the University Club of Chicago and the River Bend Gun Club.  He is a competitive sailboat racer, squash player, sport shooter and devotee of all things outdoors.  Allen and his wife, Mary, have three beautiful children and one grandchild.

          One North Wacker Drive
          Chicago, IL 60606
          allen.carter@ubs.com
          Allen G. Carter, Jr., CRPC, CPWA®
          One North Wacker Drive,Chicago,IL,60606
        • donald

          Donald P. Dressel, CFP

          Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

          Financial Advisor

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          Don is a 43 year veteran of the Financial Services Industry focused on developing customized Wealth Management Solutions for both individuals and businesses.  His areas of expertise include portfolio construction, portfolio management and alternative investments.  He excels at working with his clients' objectives and making adjustments for lifestyle and economic changes.  He is committed to putting the needs of his clients first to help them maximize their portfolio value.

          Don holds a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation and has a degree in business from Western Illinois University. He holds Series 3, 5, 7, 15, 63 and 65 securities licenses.

          He resides in Chicago and enjoys music, sports, cycling, running, and participating in the many different events that Chicago has to offer. He has two wonderful grown children and four amazing grandkids. He is further active in his community through civic and charitable organizations.

                One North Wacker Drive
                Chicago, IL 60606
                donald.p.dressel@ubs.com
                Donald P. Dressel, CFP
                One North Wacker Drive,Chicago,IL,60606
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                Judith Berlin

                Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

                Financial Advisor

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                Judy has spent over 25 years in the financial services industry with UBS.  Her long tenure in the industry has given her perspective on how to navigate bull markets, bear markets and recessions.  Her main goal is to develop an understanding of what is important to clients both now and long into their futures.  Having a deep, personal relationship goes hand in hand with fostering a successful future.

                Judy received her bachelor's degree from Kelley School of Business at Indiana University. She holds her series 3, 7, 63, and 65 securities licenses. Judy has received multiple recognitions as an industry leader.

                Judy is active in a range of civic and charitable activities. She enjoys cycling, the arts, and traveling the world. She is based out of Florida but spends her summers in Chicago. She has two wonderful children.

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                • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2022, 2023The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in April based on information from a 12 month period ending June of the prior year.
                • Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State, 2022, 2023The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in February based on information from a 12 month period ending September of the prior year.

                    One North Wacker Drive
                    Chicago, IL 60606
                    judy.berlin@ubs.com
                    Judith Berlin
                    One North Wacker Drive,Chicago,IL,60606
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                    John Joseph McGarry

                    Wealth Strategy Associate

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                    John joined the Berlin, Carter, Dressel Wealth Management Group in 2016 as an intern and transitioned to a full-time Associate in May 2018. He thrives on the daily interactions he has with clients, fostering strong relationships, and ensuring their financial needs are met. John’s responsibilities include organizing various aspects of the team’s operations, managing account maintenance, and assisting in the development of personalized financial plans for clients. He holds his Series 7 and Series 66 licenses and is eager to continue advancing his professional certifications.

                    John is a graduate of Loyola University Chicago, where he earned dual degrees in Finance and Economics. Since 2019, he has served as an Executive Board Member of the Children’s Research Fund Junior Board at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, where he actively supports pediatric research for children with rare and complex diseases.

                    Outside of his professional and philanthropic pursuits, John enjoys spending time with friends, checking out the latest Chicago restaurants, supporting local jazz musicians, and indulging his passion for theater.

                          One North Wacker Drive
                          Chicago, IL 60606
                          johnj.mcgarry@ubs.com
                          John Joseph McGarry
                          One North Wacker Drive,Chicago,IL,60606
                        • Danielle Blaser

                          Dani Blaser

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                          Dani joined the Berlin, Carter, Dressel Wealth Management Group in June of 2024 as a full time associate. Prior to joining UBS, Dani spent two years at fintech startup, M1 Finance, as a client development associate. Dani's responsibilities currently include managing account maintenance requests, completing daily operational tasks, and helping to execute the financial plans created for clients. She holds her Series 7, 63, and 65 licenses and hopes to expand this list in future.

                          Dani graduated from Boston University in 2021 with a degree in Business Administration. During her time at BU, she was a member of the Varsity Women's tennis team and was active in the Boston Partners of Education, where she volunteered in local schools.

                          Dani enjoys spending time with her friends and family, cooking, trying new restaurants, and running. She ran the 2024 Chicago Marathon for the American Cancer Society in an effort to raise money for cancer research.

                                One North Wacker Drive
                                Chicago, IL 60606
                                danielle.blaser@ubs.com
                                Dani Blaser
                                One North Wacker Drive,Chicago,IL,60606

                              UBS Year Ahead 2025

                              Roaring 20s: The next stage

                              Our Chief Investment Office (CIO) looks to what awaits investors in the next half of the decade with the 2025 edition of Year Ahead.

                              A dramatic change in US politics, Chinese economic stimulus, ongoing geopolitical developments and falling interest rates are all at play. How should you prepare your portfolio? Let’s talk about how you can move confidently forward in the new year and beyond.

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