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    Ira Cohen

    Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

    Financial Advisor

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    Ira started in the financial services industry in 1982 and has been with UBS Financial Services Inc. since 2007.

    Ira is very active in the community and serves on the boards of the Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra and Bakersfield North Rotary. Ira is interested in health and fitness and has been a daily exerciser his entire life. Ira and his wife Carole live in Bakersfield and have 3 grown children and 8 grandchildren.

    Professional Experience:

    • UBS Financial Services Inc. - Financial Advisor, Bakersfield, CA - May 2007 - Present
    • Ira S. Cohen, Inc. - Investment Advisor, Bakersfield, CA - 1982 - May 2007

    Education:

    • B.A., University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI

      • University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI, B.A.
        9201 Camino Media
        Suite 230
        Bakersfield, CA 93311
        ira.cohen@ubs.com
        Ira Cohen
        9201 Camino Media,Bakersfield,CA,93311
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        Jason Cohen

        Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

        Financial Advisor

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        Jason has worked in the financial services industry since 2000 and has been with UBS since 2007.

        Jason is very active in the community. He has served on the Boards of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Kern County as well as their Foundation and Legacy Board, the Ronald McDonald House at Memorial Hospital, Memorial Hospital Foundation, West Rotary, The Laurne Stroope/West Rotary Foundation and Stockdale Country Club’s Board of Directors. Jason enjoys spending time with his family and friends. He has four children.

        Professional Experience

        • UBS Financial Services Inc. - Financial Advisor, Bakersfield, CA - May 2007 - Present
        • Ira S. Cohen, Inc - Investment Advisor, Bakersfield, CA - December 2000 - May 2007

        Education:

        • B.A., Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO

          • Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, B.A.
            9201 Camino Media
            Suite 230
            Bakersfield, CA 93311
            jason.cohen@ubs.com
            Jason Cohen
            9201 Camino Media,Bakersfield,CA,93311
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            Christopher G. McGehee

            Account Vice President

            Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

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            Chris has been in the financial services industry since 2005 and has been with UBS Financial Services Inc. and The Cohen Group since 2013.

            Chris is a native of Bakersfield with strong ties to the community. Chris is active with the Bakersfield Youth Lacrosse, Keep Kern Beautiful, Boy Scout Troop 125, Rotary Club of Taft, and Taft Union High School Oil Tech Academy. Chris also coaches youth lacrosse and baseball. Chris enjoys spending his weekends with family, cycling, and traveling. Chris and his wife Michelle live in Bakersfield and have 2 young children.

            Professional Experience:

            • UBS Financial Services Inc. - Financial Advisor, Bakersfield, CA - November 2013 - Present
            • Morgan Stanley - Financial Advisor, Bakersfield, CA - August 2007 - October 2013

            Education:

            • B.S., Concordia University, Irvine, CA
            • A.A., Taft College, Taft, CA

              • Concordia University, Irvine, CA, B.S.
              • Taft College, Taft, CA, A.A.
                9201 Camino Media
                Suite 230
                Bakersfield, CA 93311
                christopher.mcgehee@ubs.com
                Christopher G. McGehee
                9201 Camino Media,Bakersfield,CA,93311
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                Cori Ash

                Team Administrator

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                Cori has worked in the financial services industry since 2005 and has been with UBS since 2007.

                Cori handles many of the day-to-day operations for the team and strives to provide the highest quality of client service. Cori enjoys volunteering, spending time with her family, and traveling. 

                Professional Experience:

                • UBS Financial Services Inc. - Senior Registered Client Service Associate, Bakersfield, CA - May 2007 - Present
                • Ira S. Cohen, Inc. - Executive Assistant, Bakersfield, CA - April 2005 - May 2007

                  • California Sate University Bakersfield, B.S.
                  • Bakersfield College, A.A.
                    9201 Camino Media
                    Suite 230
                    Bakersfield, CA 93311
                    cori.ash@ubs.com
                    Cori Ash
                    9201 Camino Media,Bakersfield,CA,93311
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                    Romany Pinto De La Paz

                    Client Associate

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                      Romany is a talented and ambitious young professional who enjoys expanding her knowledge in the financial industry.

                      After earning her Bachelor’s degree in business administration with a  concentration in finance from Cal State Bakersfield she joined The Cohen Group. She is skilled at creating a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere for clients, making them feel at ease from the moment they connect. Whether it’s answering questions or finding the best solutions, she’s here to help.

                      On her free time she enjoys exercising, trying new cuisines and spending quality time with family.

                        • California Sate University Bakersfield, B.S.
                          9201 Camino Media
                          Suite 230
                          Bakersfield, CA 93311
                          romany.pintodelapaz@ubs.com
                          Romany Pinto De La Paz
                          9201 Camino Media,Bakersfield,CA,93311
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                          Shane Bryan

                          Financial Advisor

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                          Shane is a Bakersfield native, born and raised in Kern County. He graduated from Garces Memorial High School and continued his education at California State University, Bakersfield, receiving a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science.

                          Shane joined UBS in July 2022 as a Financial Advisor. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (tm) PROFESSIONAL - CFP(r) and licensed in investments. He previously worked for Trovato Wealth Management, Charles Schwab,  and Morgan Stanley before bringing his strong financial analyst skills, knowledge and experience.

                          Shane is married with 2 kids, and is actively involved in serving his community. In 2019, he was awarded "Man of The Year" by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Central Chapter for his philanthropic contributions to their organization.

                                9201 Camino Media
                                Suite 230
                                Bakersfield, CA 93311
                                shane.bryan@ubs.com
                                Shane Bryan
                                9201 Camino Media,Bakersfield,CA,93311

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