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Generational Consulting Partners

Understanding the complexities of securing lasting financial success, we focus on developing long-term investment strategies to help you enjoy the life you've earned.

- Jim Foard Jr.

Your primary source for financial advice

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.

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    James Foard Jr.

    Managing Director–Wealth Management

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    Jim began his career in the financial services industry in 2000 and joined UBS in 2002. Previously, Jim progressed through a variety of roles within a privately owned small business, providing him with a hands-on understanding of the short term and long-term challenges that business owners and their companies face.


    Wealth planning facets including investment management, risk management, multigenerational wealth transfer and philanthropic planning form the core of Jim’s business. Having navigated multiple bull and bear markets amidst a variety of economic cycles over the past 25+ years, Jim’s patience, experience and perspective are central to the tailored financial advice and solutions he provides to affluent families, entrepreneurs and businesses across the country.

    Jim graduated with a B.A. in Psychology from the College of the Holy Cross in 1992 where he captained the golf team. A lifelong resident of western Massachusetts, Jim is actively engaged in his community and is particularly passionate about helping children and adults who have developmental disabilities. Jim coached youth sports for many years and has been an active volunteer with several non-profit organizations. Jim lives in South Hadley, MA with his wife Michelle and their three children; Jimmy, Madeleine and Olivia. Away from work, Jim enjoys spending his time with family and friends, golf and travel.


    Jim holds the Series 7, 63 and 65 securities licenses and is licensed to offer Life and Long-Term Care insurance.

    • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026The 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, 2025, 2026The 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.
    • UBS Wealth Management Chairman’s Council, 2025UBS Financial Services Inc. Councils are a distinction held by UBS Financial Advisors based on criteria including evaluation of compliance with firm rules, standards & policies and revenue. Council membership is not representative of any one client's experience and is not indicative of the advisor’s future performance.
    • UBS Wealth Management Director’s Council, 2026UBS Financial Services Inc. Councils are a distinction held by UBS Financial Advisors based on criteria including evaluation of compliance with firm rules, standards & policies and revenue. Council membership is not representative of any one client's experience and is not indicative of the advisor’s future performance.
    • UBS Wealth Management President’s Council, 2024UBS Financial Services Inc. Councils are a distinction held by UBS Financial Advisors based on criteria including evaluation of compliance with firm rules, standards & policies and revenue. Council membership is not representative of any one client's experience and is not indicative of the advisor’s future performance.

    • College of the Holy Cross, B.A. Psychology
    • Financial Advisor
    One Monarch Place
    Suite 720
    Springfield, MA 01144
    james.foard@ubs.com
    James Foard Jr.
    One Monarch Place,Springfield,MA,01144
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    Anthony Montemagni, CFP

    Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

    Private Wealth Advisor

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    Tony's career in the financial services industry started at UBS in 1996. Over nearly three decades, he has helped build a team-based practice grounded in experience, dedication, and a deep understanding of each client's unique circumstances.  His objective, advice-driven approach has guided individuals, families and business owners through financial complexity and toward achieving their long-term goals.  

    The experience to guide you forward
    Tony is a Private Wealth Advisor at UBS, advising a select group of individuals and families whose needs extend beyond traditional investment management into advanced planning, tax-aware strategies, and multigenerational wealth considerations.  He is also a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional.

    Within UBS, he is a Senior Portfolio Manager in the firm’s Portfolio Management Program, where he oversees customized investment strategies. He is also a Senior Retirement Plan Consultant within UBS Retirement Plan Consulting Services, providing fiduciary guidance to corporate retirement plans.

    Outside of UBS
    A lifelong resident of South Hadley, Massachusetts, Tony lives with his wife, Amy, and their two daughters, Alison and Lauren. He earned a B.S., in Business Management from American International College.

    Tony enjoys golf, skiing and spending time with his family. He is actively involved in the community, volunteering with Greater Springfield Habitat for Humanity and serving on the investment committee for the Springfield Technical Community College Foundation.

    • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026The 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, 2025, 2026The 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.
    • UBS Wealth Management President’s Council, 2024, 2025UBS Financial Services Inc. Councils are a distinction held by UBS Financial Advisors based on criteria including evaluation of compliance with firm rules, standards & policies and revenue. Council membership is not representative of any one client's experience and is not indicative of the advisor’s future performance.

    • American International College, B.S., Business Management
    • Private Wealth Advisor
    • Senior Retirement Plan Consultant
    • Senior Portfolio Manager
    Financial planning
    Business succession
    Retirement Plan consulting
    Multi-generational families
    Business owners
    Corporate executives
    One Monarch Place
    Suite 720
    Springfield, MA 01144
    anthony.montemagni@ubs.com
    Anthony Montemagni, CFP
    One Monarch Place,Springfield,MA,01144
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    Peter Alminas, CFP, CSRIC

    Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

    Portfolio Manager

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    The experience to guide you forward
    As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, Pete specializes in planning and asset allocation for individuals and families, helping them to find creative solutions for their financial goals as they prepare for retirement. Pete welcomes complex and emotional planning issues such as charitable giving and wealth transfer to future generations. With an emphasis on building long-term personal relationships with clients, he brings a fresh perspective and passion to simplifying their lives and clarifying their needs and objectives.

    Outside of UBS
    Pete resides in Springfield, MA, with his wife Mary. Growing up in East Longmeadow, he has spent his entire life as a Western Massachusetts resident. Pete is highly involved in the community actively participating on the Springfield Conservation Commission, the Springfield School Volunteer’s Read Aloud Program and the East Longmeadow High School Athletic Hall of Fame Committee. Pete was an NCAA Division One college golfer and still plays regularly in his free time. He also avidly follows Boston’s major sports teams and enjoys traveling to new places.

    NMLS # 1630825

      • Winthrop University, SC, B.S., Business Administration with a concentration in Financial Planning
      • Portfolio Manager
      • Senior Retirement Plan Consultant
      • Financial Advisor
      • Certified Exit Planning Advisor
      One Monarch Place
      Suite 720
      Springfield, MA 01144
      peter.alminas@ubs.com
      Peter Alminas, CFP, CSRIC
      One Monarch Place,Springfield,MA,01144
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      Brennan Collins, CFP

      First Vice President–Wealth Management

      Financial Advisor

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      The experience to guide you forward
      Brennan is dedicated to serving clients as their lives evolve - from years of accumulating wealth to a time spent enjoying the lifestyles and legacies they envision.  Employing a goals-based approach to managing clients' wealth, he uses his industry training to build real-world financial strategies around the situations and aspirations of clients and their families.  Brennan launched his financial services career in 2007, and joined the Generational Consulting Group at UBS in 2017.  Prior to joining UBS, he worked for BNY Mellon and Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. 

      Professional achievements and education

      • He obtained the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER Certification from Boston University, a designation awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. 

      Outside of UBS
      Outside of UBS: A native of Western, MA, Brennan is committed to supporting his local community. He currently serves on the Investment Committee for Springfield School Volunteers, helping advance the organization’s mission of empowering students through mentoring and educational support. Brennan lives in Longmeadow, Massachusetts, with his wife, Emily, and their three children. In addition to family time, Brennan can be found on the golf course, the ski slopes, or working in his yard.

        • College of the Holy Cross, B.A. History
        • Financial Advisor
        One Monarch Place
        Suite 720
        Springfield, MA 01144
        brennan.collins@ubs.com
        Brennan Collins, CFP
        One Monarch Place,Springfield,MA,01144
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        Raissa Danna

        Financial Advisor

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        The experience to guide you forward

        Since joining the team in 2014, Raissa has enjoyed building lasting relationships with our valued clients and helping families navigate important financial decisions across generations. Whether clients are building wealth, preparing for retirement, supporting loved ones, or creating a legacy, she believes thoughtful financial planning can help families achieve their goals and provide greater confidence for the future.

        As a mother, Raissa has a deep appreciation for the reasons families plan in the first place – familiarizing herself with the people they care about, the opportunities they hope to create, and the legacy they hope to leave behind. Understanding what matters most to each family is at the heart of her approach. She enjoys connecting with multiple generations and helping younger family members build the knowledge and confidence to become thoughtful stewards of family wealth and their own financial futures.

        Raissa also supports the team's retirement planning practice, assisting with 401(k) plans and participant education to help employees make the most of their workplace benefits.

        Outside of UBS
        Raissa lives in Connecticut with her husband, Andrew, and their son, Drew. Together, they enjoy spending time with family and friends at the lake, traveling to new destinations, and encouraging Drew’s curiosity through cooking new foods and family recipes.

          • University of Connecticut, B.S.
          • Financial Advisor
          One Monarch Place
          Suite 720
          Springfield, MA 01144
          raissa.danna@ubs.com
          Raissa Danna
          One Monarch Place,Springfield,MA,01144
        • Lori

          Lori Vengruskas

          Director

          Team Administrator

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          Lori is the newest addition to Generational Consulting Partners, but she is no stranger to UBS. Lori began her career in 2004 in a dual role, performing the functions of both Branch Office Administrator and Client Associate. She then took on various roles of increasing responsibility on the management team in both the Supervisory and Administrative areas before elevating to her most recent role as Market Supervisory Officer, ensuring compliance with both regulatory and Firm risk guidelines and policies for the entire Greater New England Market. In her current role as Team Administrator, Lori applies her management experience and skill-set in managing the group’s day- to- day operations, administration and team dynamics. In addition, she focuses on ensuring the individuals we serve receive the highest quality of service they have come to expect.
          Lori graduated with Dean’s Distinction (Summa Cum Laude equivalent) from Eastern Connecticut State University with her bachelor’s degree with a focus on Business Administration. She maintains Series 7, 9, 10 and 66 securities licenses. She is also licensed in life and health insurance.

            • Eastern Connecticut State University, B.S. Business Administration
              One Monarch Place
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              Springfield, MA 01144
              lori.vengruskas@ubs.com
              Lori Vengruskas
              One Monarch Place,Springfield,MA,01144
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              Lorena DuBois

              Wealth Management Associate

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              The experience to guide you forward
              Lorena strives to provide quality client service and administrative support. With more than 35 years of experience in the financial services industry with the same firm, her knowledge of UBS’s capabilities and products allows her to quickly address client concerns and identify the right solutions for their financial needs. 

              Outside of UBS
              Lorena grew up in Springfield, MA, and now lives in Westfield with her husband and their son. She is a member of the Westfield Kiwanis. Lorena loves to support her local Food Pantries and volunteers at various local events through Kiwanis. She looks forward to spending time with her son when he visits from Plymouth, family get togethers, and her annual vacation to the Cape with her family.

                • Western New England University, B.S.B.A., Accounting
                  One Monarch Place
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                  lorena.dubois@ubs.com
                  Lorena DuBois
                  One Monarch Place,Springfield,MA,01144
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                  Evelyn David

                  Client Associate

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                    The experience to guide you forward
                    Evelyn David joined our team in 2017 as a Client Associate, working closely with each of us in our efforts to provide you with the best possible service. Evelyn started her career at UBS in 2012 as an intern for our team while she was earning her bachelor’s degree in business administration from Bay Path University in Longmeadow, MA. Upon graduation in 2013, Evelyn took on the role of Branch Service Associate for the entire UBS office in Springfield, and quickly progressed to Client Associate later in 2013. In 2020, Evelyn received her M.B.A. from Elms College. 

                    Outside of UBS
                    Evelyn was born, raised, and resides in Springfield, MA, and she enjoys traveling and spending time with family.

                      • Elms College , M.B.A
                      • Bay Path University, B.S. Business Administration
                        One Monarch Place
                        Suite 720
                        Springfield, MA 01144
                        evelyn.david@ubs.com
                        Evelyn David
                        One Monarch Place,Springfield,MA,01144
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                        Heather Kane

                        Client Associate

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                        The experience to guide you forward
                        Heather’s career in finance began in 2001 while working for a mutual fund company upon college graduation. Since that time, she has held various positions in the retirement-focused industry all with one common thread: an emphasis on customer service. She thrives in an environment that requires simplifying complicated processes, all while making a strong personal connection with clients. Heather maintains Series 6, 63, 65 and health and life insurance licenses in both MA and CT.

                        Education

                        • Wheaton College, B.A. International Relations & French Literature

                        Outside of UBS
                        Heather grew up in Westfield, MA where she currently lives with her husband and sons. She is grateful for her involvement with the Special Olympics community. She stays active through running and skiing with her boys.

                              One Monarch Place
                              Suite 720
                              Springfield, MA 01144
                              heather.kane@ubs.com
                              Heather Kane
                              One Monarch Place,Springfield,MA,01144

                            24

                            Years in business as a team

                            207

                            Collective years of experience

                            6

                            Advisors on the team


                            A focus on personalized access and service

                            Working with diverse clients with specific needs, our team sees it as our top responsibility to understand each aspect of your unique and often complicated financial life.

                            Planning

                            Our team wants to learn everything we can about you because we always start with customized plan building and never a cookie cutter solution.

                            We’ll talk a lot about family, priorities and your personal definition of financial security. This information helps us design a road map—a plan that can turn overwhelming issues into manageable objectives. You can trust that your plan will be based on much more than investments—but on people and how we can work together to help you take care of those you love today—and for generations to come.

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                            Wealth transfer across generations

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                            Advice for business owners & entrepreneurs

                            Retirement consulting

                            A new era of wealth is underway

                            And this is your time to define success on your terms.

                            Money isn’t just changing hands, it’s changing meaning. This is your new era of wealth, with real opportunities to pursue your ambitions based on your values.

                            When it comes to building your legacy, we don’t prescribe a single path. We seek to understand yours. Because the best wealth strategy starts with you.

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                            Backed by the strength of our parent company, UBS AG

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