Experience

Originally from Sonoma County, Misty began her career in the investment industry in 1996.  In 2004, Misty became a UBS Financial Advisor.  Misty focuses on wealth planning for individual clients and their families through financial planning resources available at UBS.  She genuinely enjoys helping clients achieve their goals through planning and integrating personalized investment portfolios.  Misty lives in Napa and has been involved with various community service organizations during her career including Rotary, New Technology High Interact, and the California Dressage Society.  Misty is FINRA registered and holds Series 7,63 & 66 securities licenses as well as licenses for life, accident and health insurance, and variable annuities.  She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Management from the University of Phoenix.  In her free time, she enjoys equestrian activities and spending time with her two sons.

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From a very early age, Ron has been fascinated by the financial world. He entered the financial services industry full time when he was 18 years old, and joined UBS as a Financial Advisor in 1987. Ron has dedicated his professional life to helping individuals, families, businesses and organizations manage their wealth. He focuses on long- term planning issues along with portfolio strategy and management. He has a B.B.A. degree from National University, and holds a CRPS™ designation from the College of Financial Planning. While at UBS his studies have centered around: Practical Economics, Equity Valuation, Fixed Income Concepts and Tools, Asset Allocation, and Portfolio Management. He holds series 7, 63 and 65 securities licenses along with life and health insurance licenses.

Over the years, Ron has enjoyed being involved in various volunteering activities including President of the Active 20-30 Club, Founding Member and former Chairman of the Cycle for Sight, Co-Founder and Head Coach of the Napa Valley Basketball Alliance, Associate Head Coach for the Varsity Boys Basketball team at Napa High, and he has coached numerous youth basketball, baseball and soccer teams.

On a personal note Ron enjoys camping, kayaking, volleyball, basketball, research, and spending time with family and friends.

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Pam brings more than 30 years of financial services experience to the Compass Financial Group. Pam develops comprehensive financial plans, as well as customized financial strategies to help pursue clients' short and long-term goals.  She is a CFP® practitioner.  She holds Series 7,31, 63 and 65 securities licenses as well as life and health insurance licenses.  Pam earned her B.S. in Organizations, Leadership and Management from the University of San Francisco. 

In her spare time, Pam enjoys music, birdwatching, and volunteering for the Audubon Society, and Habitat for Humanity.

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Amy Knopka joined the UBS team in 2013. Amy coordinates all administrative functions in the service of our clients. Amy, a graduate of Wake Forest University, brings a wealth of customer service skills and experience to the role.  FINRA registered, Amy holds Series 7 & 66 securities licenses.  Prior to taking time off to raise her sons, she led and managed a team serving international clients in the forest products industry. Amy resides in Napa with her husband. 

Tiffany has been in the industry since 2007 and with UBS since 2011. Tiffany supports the Compass Financial Group by providing excellent client service and coordinating with the team on all administrative functions. FINRA registered, Tiffany holds her Series 7 and 66 securities licenses, as well as licenses for life and health insurance and variable annuities. Tiffany resides in Napa with her husband. 

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Nick joined the UBS and Compass Financial Group in 2024. Nick is a graduate of Chico State and has earned a B.S. in Business Administration, Finance. Nick is passionate about utilizing his knowledge to guide and help clients reach their financial goals. 

As the son of Ron Herring, another valued financial advisor in the Compass Group, Nick has grown up immersed in the world of financial advising. He is eager to build upon this foundation and establish himself as a trusted resource for our clients. Nick believes in developing personalized strategies tailored to each client's unique needs and circumstances, and is dedicated to providing clear and supportive guidance each step of the way.

When he is not in the office Nick enjoys basketball, baking, podcasts, hiking, pestering his two cats, and spending quality time with friends and family.