Experience

Nicholas has over 30 years of wealth management experience. Prior to joining UBS he was associated with Morgan Stanley. His area of focus includes portfolio management, estate planning, private equity and fixed income investing of both taxable and tax free bonds. A graduate of Windham College with a BA in Psychology and a Masters degree in counseling from Antioch University, Nicholas has completed the Advanced Account Executive course at Wharton School of Business and holds Series 7, 63, 65, 31 and Life and Health insurance licenses.

Mike has decades of experience working with families of substantial means and high-profile executives, helping them simplify their financial lives, while also seeking to optimize their wealth. He works closely with his clients to develop a strategic and holistic financial plan and to build an investment portfolio tailored to their unique needs and aligned to their goals, implementing a “family wealth” approach. Mike leads a team that is fully focused on transparent and regular communication, providing high-touch, white glove service, tapping into the full spectrum of insight and resources at UBS, one of the world’s largest wealth managers, to deliver customized solutions and astute advice.

Personally, Mike supports several causes that are meaningful to him and his work with clients, including The Bobby Nichols Foundation, which helps support abused and at-risk children in Southwest Florida. Mike and his wife Erin live in Fort Myers, FL with their two daughters Cayla and Payton. They love spending quality time together as a family, enjoying activities like golf and tennis, as well as spending time on the beautiful Florida Gulf.

In a world of confusing headlines and challenging markets, it takes more than investment guidance to help you move forward with confidence. It takes an understanding of your entire financial life, your hopes and dreams – and a clear road map for getting where you need to go.

As your personal advocate, I provide you with advice that is tailored to your circumstances and priorities. I start with a detailed plan for all you'd like your wealth to achieve. Over time, I adjust your plan as your circumstances change, so you can embrace your financial future with confidence.

Dario joined UBS in July 2012 and brings more than 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. He specializes in advising high net worth and ultra-high net worth individuals, families, and business owners. His expertise includes portfolio management and comprehensive retirement planning, with a focus on 401(k) strategies, Medicare, Social Security, estate planning, and 10b5-1 executive trading plans.

In 2013, Dario earned a Certificate in Financial Planning from Southern Methodist University. He went on to achieve the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation in 2015, awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. He graduated from the University of North Texas in 2003 with a bachelor’s degree in journalism.

Dario resides in McKinney, Texas, with his wife, Sharon, and their five children. Outside of his professional responsibilities, he enjoys golfing, trail running, and coaching Little League baseball.

Mike began his financial services career during one of the equity market’s most tumultuous periods—October 1987. Now in his 38th year in the industry and 33rd year of working directly with clients, he has guided individuals and families through both strong and challenging markets while helping them define and pursue their financial goals. Today, Mike advises a select group of families, including professionals, corporate executives, business owners, and retirees, partnering closely with them to prioritize and achieve long-term objectives.

He provides guidance on funding children’s education, charitable giving strategies, and estate planning, and manages discretionary stock portfolios for many clients through the Portfolio Management Program. In 2007, Mike earned the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ designation from the College of Financial Planning. He is FINRA-registered and holds Series 7 and 63 securities licenses, along with licenses in life, disability, and long-term care insurance.

Mike previously served as president of both the New London Rotary and the Thames Club. He currently serves as a Director on the Connecticut College Alumni Board and is a member of the Board of Directors for the United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades counties. He is also an active member of the Fort Myers Rotary Club.

He earned his bachelor’s degree in economics from Connecticut College in 1986. Mike divides his time between Fort Myers, Florida, and New London, Connecticut, where he lives with his wife, Donna, and their dog, Peaches.

Nicholas began his career at UBS over 15 years ago. As a Chartered Financial Consultant® and Private Wealth Advisor, he focuses on all aspects of comprehensive wealth management, including investments, insurance and multi-generational wealth transfer.  He also works with internal and external professional advocate alliances to ensure that each client has the very best possible support for their estate planning, tax and insurance needs.

Nicholas is a graduate from Auburn University with a Bachelor of Science in Finance, he also received a scholarship for playing men's tennis for the Auburn Tigers throughout his college career.  He holds his Series 7, 66, 31 and life, health, and variable contracts licenses. Nicholas was born and raised in Fort Myers, FL and enjoys spending time with his wife Victoria and their two small children. His major interests are tennis, golf, pickleball and fishing.