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Our team is dedicated to making a meaningful impact on your personal and professional life. That means understanding your priorities. Whether your focus is on maintaining your lifestyle, preparing your family to be responsible stewards of wealth or preserving your values and legacy, we’re committed to each generation of your family.

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We are here to provide quality strategies customized to your needs. We concentrate on developing long-term relationships through a commitment to quality client service. You can rely on our personalized advice, first-class solutions, and extensive wealth management experience.

  • KButler

    Kevin Butler, CIMA, CPWA, CRPC, CEPA

    Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

    Portfolio Manager

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    • CA
    • FL
    • GA
    • MA
    • MI
    • NC
    • NJ
    • NY
    • PA
    • TX
    • VA
    • WI

    Kevin Butler joined UBS Wealth Management in 2021 after spending 16 years at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management where he served as a Senior Vice President and Resident Director.  His move to UBS allows he and his team to solely focus on helping clients achieve their financial goals and provide sound advice to their families.

    Kevin received his Bachelors and Masters degrees from The University of Michigan and continues his passion for education with various credentials.  Kevin is a Certified Private Wealth Advisor®, Certified Investment Management Analyst®, Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor® and holds the primary role of serving as PMP Portfolio Manager for clients.  He is currently working on his Chartered Retirement Planning Specialist® and Certified Exit Planner® designations for continued dedication in serving clients.

    Kevin grew up with a father who was a certified public accountant and mother who was a teacher that taught him the value of education, business and good work ethic.  He understands how clients think and feel about money—particularly the work it takes to accumulate, and the importance of planning and investing for retirement. His clients can count on him to be a compassionate listener skilled in balancing empathy with disciplined investment advice and counsel, all the while bringing in the full resources of UBS.

    Kevin and his wife Stephanie live in Grosse Pointe and have two wonderful children, Madison and Brooks.  Kevin enjoys spending time outdoors with his family, playing golf and bowling.  He is an active member at the Detroit Athletic Club.  He and his wife are actively involved in the Grosse Pointe communities and Kevin serves as a board member for The Grosse Pointe Theatre.

    California Insurance License Number 4183888

      • University of Michigan, BA: 2004
      • University of Michigan, Masters : 2008
      • Portfolio Manager
      • Certified Investment Management Analyst®
      • Certified Private Wealth Advisor®
      • Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor
      Financial planning
      Legacy planning
      Retirement planning
      Estate planning strategies
      Exit planning
      Retirement Plan consulting
      Business owners
      Corporate executives
      1217 Woodward Ave
      #1201
      Detroit, MI 48226
    • NeilShurafa

      Neil Shurafa, CFA

      Financial Advisor

      Portfolio Manager

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      • CA
      • FL
      • GA
      • MA
      • MI
      • NC
      • NJ
      • NY
      • PA
      • TX
      • VA
      • WI

      My path to financial advisory is unique in the industry. Before being called back to my hometown of Detroit, MI, I was fortunate to have had a very successful career at a storied Global Macro hedge fund on the East Coast.  During my time there, I helped navigate over $1 billion in assets through twelve market corrections and three recessions.  That experience equipped me with a distinct perspective that allows me to effectively address the issues that impact my clients. 

      I relentlessly seek knowledge to stay equipped to address the issues that impact my clients. I have been distinguished with the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation which requires me to always act in a fiduciary capacity for my clients. The CFA credential is the most respected and recognized investment designation in the world. 

      My practice focuses on working closely with ultra-affluent individuals and families, helping them streamline the complexities and capitalize on the opportunities of substantial wealth. I limit the size of my practice to 50 families to ensure exceptional service is delivered. You will always be connected to your money when working with me.

      Whether we‘re discussing risk, performance or an investment strategy, our conversations will always be straightforward so you can clearly understand our approach and the reasoning behind our recommendations.

      In addition to building deep relationships with my clients, I enjoy investing time with my wife, Jill, and our two children, Sloane and Gavin, at our home in Grosse Pointe Farms, MI. I am an active member of the Detroit Boat Club Crew, Detroit Athletic Club and CFA Society of Detroit. 

      California Insurance License 4069751

       

        • Rutgers University, BA: 2002
        • Portfolio Manager
        • Chartered Financial Analyst®
        Financial planning
        Legacy planning
        Business owners
        Family Offices
        Corporate executives
        Multi-generational families
        Hedge Fund managers
        1217 Woodward Ave
        #1201
        Detroit, MI 48226
      • Danielle Caralis

        Danielle Caralis

        Wealth Strategy Associate

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          Danielle joins Cornerstone Wealth Management and UBS from PNC Bank, where as a Relationship Manager she developed extensive professional experience in business operations, strategy, and executive communication. Passionate about the customer experience, she is adept in leveraging business and financial insight to drive growth and organizational success.

          Danielle earned her Bachelor of Arts from Kalamazoo College, and completed her Masters of Business Administration from the Farmers School of Business at Miami University (OH). She lives in Grosse Pointe Park, and outside of work is actively involved with the Grosse Pointe Theatre. You can often catch her singing, dancing & acting in a musical production!

            • Kalamazoo College, BA
            • Miami University (OH), MBA
              Banking
              Financial planning
              Retirement planning
              Business succession
            • Brandon Feit

              Brandon Feit

              Authorized Officer

              Financial Advisor

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                As a UBS Financial Advisor, Brandon has in-depth training and knowledge of UBS wealth management solutions to help clients pursue their goals. He understands that each client is different—from a new investor to one with years of experience—and personalizes an approach to meet the client’s needs. Brandon focuses on clearly laying out options and offers straightforward advice and guidance. He provides access to comprehensive financial plans around topics like retirement and legacy planning to help clients focus on what’s really important to them.

                Brandon began his career at UBS with The Witover Group in New York City before transitioning to the UBS Wealth Advice Center as a Financial Advisor in 2020. Brandon specializes in wealth management strategies that include cash management, advisory solutions, legacy planning, mutual fund analysis and portfolio recommendations. He is proficient in delivering in-depth retirement planning and utilizing financial goal analysis to help his clients achieve their lifelong goals.

                  • Stephen M. Ross School of Business, University of Michigan, B.B.A.
                    Banking
                    Lending services
                    Financial planning
                    1000 Harbor Boulevard
                    Weehawken, NJ 07086
                  • Tara Huntzicker

                    Tara Huntzicker

                    Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

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                    • AZ
                    • CA
                    • FL
                    • GA
                    • IA
                    • IL
                    • MA
                    • MI
                    • NC
                    • NJ
                    • NY
                    • OH
                    • PA
                    • TX
                    • VA

                          1217 Woodward Ave
                          #1201
                          Detroit, MI 48226
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                          David Mietty

                          Executive Director

                          Senior Wealth Planning Strategist

                        • Titus Song

                          Executive Director

                          Alternative Investments Consultant

                          Titus Song is an Executive Director of Alternative Investments covering various markets in the Central and West Divisions for UBS Financial Services. His role is to oversee distribution of alternative investments (hedge funds, private equity and private real estate) by helping financial advisors and clients understand how these offerings function and their effect on investment portfolios.

                          Professional History
                          Titus joined UBS in 2007 working with the Structured Solutions group. In late 2008, Titus moved to the Alternative Investments group where he has covered a wide swath of the country helping clients and financial advisors understand alternative investments and how they can enhance portfolio efficiency and help clients reach their financial goals.

                          In his 32-year career in financial services, Titus has worked at various large financial services firms and banks where he held roles in small and large cap equity trading, as well as in product management. Titus also served as the head of investments and product management at a large regional registered investment advisor prior to joining UBS.


                          Education
                          Titus earned a B.A. in Political Science with a concentration in Political Economy at Carleton College in Northfield MN. He also received an M.B.A. from the Carlson School of Business at the University of Minnesota.

                          Licenses and Certifications
                          Titus holds Series 7, 31 and 66 licenses.
                        • Richard DeLuca

                          NMLS #947868

                          Senior Wealth Management Banker, UBS Bank USA

                          Current role and areas of expertise

                          Richard joined UBS Bank USA in 2016 and he is currently a Senior Wealth Management Banker covering the Michigan and Northern Ohio Markets.  Richard has an extensive background in relationship banking. He is focused on providing Financial Advisors and their clients a variety of cash management resources along with banking solutions that may complement their overall wealth management objectives.

                          Professional history

                          Richard began his career in financial services in 2003. Prior to joining UBS, he was a wealth management banker at Merrill Lynch covering the Michigan Market. His extensive background in financial planning allows him to set up strategies for our most complex clients and their families.

                          Education and personal information

                          In Richard’s role as a Senior Wealth Management Banker his NMLS # is 652418 He holds his Series 7 and 66 securities licenses, and designated CRPC. He also holds a degree in Finance and Economics from Western Michigan University. Outside of the office coaching his kids soccer and baseball teams keep Richard busy.  On his free time he likes to play golf and soccer. 

                          Senior Wealth Management Bankers are employees of UBS Bank USA. UBS Bank USA is a subsidiary of UBS Group AG. UBS Bank USA, Member FDIC, NMLS No. 947868. Equal Housing Lender

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