Experience

Makes all the difference

Our team of professionals distinguishes itself with both financial experience and personal service. We strive to earn your loyalty through hard work, the right advice and a dedication to developing long-term relationships.

Brian Drake

Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

Financial Advisor

Brian joined UBS in April 2010, following 8 years at Morgan Stanley. In 2005, he partnered with his father, Ken, to form The Drake Wealth Management Group. Brian graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy, Political Science, and Economics. He holds his Series 7, 31, and 66 securities licenses, as well as his life and health insurance designations. Brian currently resides in Basking Ridge, NJ with his wife, Kristen, and their children, Landon and Skylar.  In their free time they enjoy traveling, attending their children's sporting events and spending time outdoors with their dogs, Baxter and Maddie.

Registered States:
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • FL
  • GA
  • MD
  • MO
  • NC
  • NJ
  • NY
  • PA
  • TN
  • UT
  • VA

Education

  • University of Pennsylvania, B.A. Philosophy, Political Science, Economics
184 Liberty Corner Road
Suite 101
Warren, NJ 07059

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James Starnes

Client Associate

James joined UBS in July 2023 as a Client Service Associate in Warren, NJ.  He brings over 17 years of experience in customer service related positions, including seven in luxury finance and risk management from his time spent at Tiffany & Co.  James is committed to providing exceptional service to the clients of the Drake Wealth Management Group.  In his free time, he enjoys reading, producing music, audio engineering and going to the gym.

184 Liberty Corner Road
Suite 101
Warren, NJ 07059

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