A plan for today, tomorrow and generations to come

With the experience to manage your entire financial life and a commitment to engaging each generation of your family, The Garvin Financial Team offers the thoughtful perspective and proactive guidance you need to meet your goals. We strive to be your personal financial advocates, providing the kind of proven solutions that build lasting relationships.

Our entire team is dedicated to understanding your distinct financial needs and protecting the lifestyle you have so carefully built. We provide a multigenerational clientele of business owners, entrepreneurs, retirees and affluent families with financial planning and personalized investment services in every market condition.

The depth of our experience has given us a rounded perspective on all aspects of wealth management. We strive to always offer advice that is relevant to your life and focused on your success.

- Glenn Garvin

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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.

  • H. Glenn Garvin Jr.

    H. Glenn Garvin Jr.

    Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

    Financial Advisor

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    Planning today for tomorrow
    Glenn began his career in financial services in 1968. Over the years, he has served as both a Branch Manager and Financial Advisor and was recognized as a member of the prestigious UBS Chairman’s Council. His accomplishments have been featured in Who’s Who in America and Who’s Who in Medicine & Healthcare.

    Today, Glenn focuses exclusively on investment management and financial and estate planning for individual and corporate clients. He graduated from Stetson University in 1966 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. Glenn resides in Fort Lauderdale and spends summers in New Smyrna Beach with his wife, Dianne. He has two children and five grandchildren.

    • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2025The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.

    • B.A., Stetson University
    • Series 7 and 66 securities licenses
    401 East Las Olas Boulevard
    Suite 2300
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
    glenn.garvin@ubs.com
    H. Glenn Garvin Jr.
    401 East Las Olas Boulevard,Fort Lauderdale,FL,33301
  • Chris Garvin

    Chris Garvin

    Managing Director–Wealth Management

    Financial Advisor

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    Investment analysis and management
    Chris Garvin is a Private Wealth Advisor and Managing Director at UBS Wealth Management. He is also a Portfolio Manager under UBS Portfolio Management Program (PMP). He officially joined the group in 1991 after spending summers working alongside his father in the business.

    He graduated from Stetson University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing. Chris lives in Fort Lauderdale with his wife, Soni, and has three children: Arianna, Tatianna, and Christian. Outside of work, he enjoys surfing, snowboarding, and playing tennis.

    • Barron's Top 1,000 Financial Advisors, 2010, 2013The Barron's rating is awarded annually in March and is based on information from the prior year Q3. 
    • Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
      The Barron's rating is awarded annually in March and is based on information from the prior year Q3. 
    • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in April based on information from a 12 month period ending June of the prior year.
    • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024, 2025The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.

    • B.A., Stetson University
    • Series 7 and 66 securities licenses
    401 East Las Olas Boulevard
    Suite 2300
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
    chris.garvin@ubs.com
    Chris Garvin
    401 East Las Olas Boulevard,Fort Lauderdale,FL,33301
  • Mark A. Swenson

    Mark Swenson

    Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

    Financial Advisor

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    A planning approach
    Mark has been a valued member of The Garvin Financial Team since joining UBS in 2007. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from the University of Minnesota in 2002. Originally from the Lake Minnetonka area, Mark has called Fort Lauderdale home since graduating.

    He enjoys spending time on the water with his wife, Christine, and their daughter, Annika, and stays active through basketball and tennis. Mark also serves the community as a board member and past Chairman of the Board for Winterfest, Inc.

    • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in April based on information from a 12 month period ending June of the prior year.
    • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024, 2025The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.
    • Forbes Top Next-Gen (Generation) Wealth Advisors Best-in-State, 2018, 2019The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in August based on information from a 12 month period ending in March of the award year.

    • B.A., University of Minnesota
    • Series 7 and 66 securities licenses
    401 East Las Olas Boulevard
    Suite 2300
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
    mark.swenson@ubs.com
    Mark Swenson
    401 East Las Olas Boulevard,Fort Lauderdale,FL,33301
  • Jennifer Garvin

    Jennifer Garvin

    First Vice President–Wealth Management

    Financial Advisor

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    Understanding exceptional families and all that matters
    Jennifer Garvin has been an integral part of The Garvin Financial Team at UBS since January 2015. With over a decade of experience in financial planning and wealth management, Jennifer excels in developing personalized strategies for high-net-worth clients, drawing from her extensive career as a business consultant at KPMG, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Citigroup.

    A proud graduate of the University of Virginia with a Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine, Jennifer applies a disciplined, client-focused approach to her practice. She resides in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where she successfully balances her professional achievements with an active lifestyle, enjoying running, snowboarding, and spending quality time with her family.

    • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024, 2025The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.

    • B.A., University of Virginia
    • Series 7 and 66 securities licenses
    401 East Las Olas Boulevard
    Suite 2300
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
    jennifer.garvin@ubs.com
    Jennifer Garvin
    401 East Las Olas Boulevard,Fort Lauderdale,FL,33301
  • Brad Ross Strategic Partner

    Bradley Ross, Strategic Partner

    Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

    Financial Advisor

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    Brad began his career in the financial services industry in 1984. He currently holds series 7, 65 and insurance professional certifications. He has over 27 years of professional experience as a Financial Advisor and is a member of the Retirement Plan Consulting Services program at UBS.

          Retirement Plan consulting
          401 East Las Olas Boulevard
          Suite 2300
          Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
          brad.ross@ubs.com
          Bradley Ross, Strategic Partner
          401 East Las Olas Boulevard,Fort Lauderdale,FL,33301
        • John Torregrosa

          John Torregrosa, Strategic Partner

          Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

          Financial Advisor

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          A native of the Washington, D.C. area, John graduated from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia, in 1990 with a bachelor’s degree in economics. John also completed his master’s degree in computer information systems and telecommunications from University of Miami. John spent seven years in mortgage banking prior to attending the University of Miami. He then joined Price Waterhouse Coopers as a consultant to some of the world’s leading technology and telecommunications companies. John is a Registered Investment Advisor Representative, and is licensed with the NYSE and NASD.

                Retirement planning
                401 East Las Olas Boulevard
                Suite 2300
                Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
                john.torregrosa@ubs.com
                John Torregrosa, Strategic Partner
                401 East Las Olas Boulevard,Fort Lauderdale,FL,33301
              • Sheri Rubin

                Sheri Rubin

                Senior Client Associate

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                Planning today for tomorrow
                Sheri has been a key part of The Garvin Financial Team since 1985 and has worked at UBS for over 40 years. She brings deep industry experience and is known for her dedication to client service. Sheri supports the team with trading, administrative services, stock option financing, and specialized securities.

                An accomplished athlete, Sheri earned a full diving scholarship to The Ohio State University, where she was a four-time All-American and NCAA Division I National Championship runner-up. She maintains an active lifestyle and has a passion for baking.

                  • B.A., The Ohio State University
                  • Series 7 securities licenses
                  401 East Las Olas Boulevard
                  Suite 2300
                  Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
                  sheri.rubin@ubs.com
                  Sheri Rubin
                  401 East Las Olas Boulevard,Fort Lauderdale,FL,33301
                • Abel Scilingo

                  Abel Scilingo

                  Wealth Strategy Associate

                  Series 7 and 66 securities licenses

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                  Investing today for your tomorrow
                  As a Florida native, Abel has been an integral member of The Garvin Financial Team by serving in a variety of roles since joining as an intern in 2016 while still in college. Abel brings his organizational skills and hard work ethic to the team, where he is responsible for market research, portfolio analysis, investment solutions as well as management. In reviewing portfolios, Abel works with the team on developing customized client solutions to align their portfolios to meet their financials goals.

                  Abel received his B.A. in Management from Florida International University. Abel lives in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. In his spare time, he enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, staying active by working out daily, golfing, and refurbishing classic cars.

                   

                    • B.A., Florida International University
                    • Series 7 and 66 securities licenses
                    401 East Las Olas Boulevard
                    Suite 2300
                    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
                    abel.scilingo@ubs.com
                    Abel Scilingo
                    401 East Las Olas Boulevard,Fort Lauderdale,FL,33301
                  • Tracey Keller-Keith

                    Tracey Keller-Keith

                    Wealth Management Associate

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                    Tracey has over 26 years of experience in the financial services industry, and was promoted by UBS to Wealth Management Associate a few years ago.  Prior to joining the UBS branch in Fort Lauderdale, she held positions at Smith Barney, Raymond James Financial Services, and Congress Asset Management.  Tracey is a graduate of Bryant University in Rhode Island with a B.S. in Business Management and Finance, and holds Series 2, 7, 9, 10, 63, 65 and 66 securities licenses, as well as life, health and variable annuity insurance licenses. 

                      • Bryant University, Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management and Finance
                      • Series 2, 7, 9, 10, 63, 65, and 66 licenses
                      401 East Las Olas Boulevard
                      Suite 2300
                      Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
                      tracey.keller@ubs.com
                      Tracey Keller-Keith
                      401 East Las Olas Boulevard,Fort Lauderdale,FL,33301
                    • Grace Harrison

                      Grace Harrison

                      Client Associate

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                        A multigenerational planning approach
                        Grace is a Client Associate supporting the team’s daily operations and is focused on providing thoughtful, attentive service to clients. She recognizes that exceptional client service is the backbone of our practice and works with clients to ensure their needs are fulfilled in a timely and diligent manner.

                        Grace graduated from Florida State University in 2023 and is excited to continue learning and growing in her role. Grace currently holds her Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) certification. Outside of work, she enjoys baking bread, staying active, and spending time with friends and family.

                          • B.S. and M. Ed from Florida State University
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                            Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
                            grace.harrison@ubs.com
                            Grace Harrison
                            401 East Las Olas Boulevard,Fort Lauderdale,FL,33301

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                          Our experience and structured planning process drives a comprehensive financial plan and customized investment strategies. Depending on where you are in your life and the priorities that matter most, our planning conversations may focus on liquidity management, your cash flow needs, asset replacement solutions such as insurance, estate planning strategies, or tax and legal structures such as trusts and philanthropic vehicles.

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                          We understand that your needs and financial challenges are unique and that your rapid-paced business environment requires highly specialized experience and solutions.

                          Whether you are mid-stage in a Series B funding round, or beyond, you can expect our experienced team to guide you and to help you plan your next steps in a strategic and thoughtful way.

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                          Our UBS Optimus Foundation in the US is directly supporting emergency response, relief and reconstruction activities in Texas through our partnerships with World Central Kitchen and Team Rubicon. You can support these organizations and pool funds, together with Optimus, to increase their ability to support communities in Texas. In addition, any client donation to one of our Optimus partners will receive a 10% match from UBS.

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