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Private Wealth Management

Where are you today and where do you want to be tomorrow? We recognize that a lasting relationship starts by listening and understanding your priorities and concerns. We'll work together to look at the big picture, discuss your vision for the future and help you confidently pursue your life goals.

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While we manage your wealth, we understand that we are dealing with more than money. The end result is to make a difference in your life and the life of your family.
- Michael A. Giacone

Pursuing your goals together

Our mission is to provide quality strategies customized to your needs. Our goal is to be your primary source of financial advice. To this end, we concentrate our efforts on developing long-term relationships through a commitment to quality client service.

Michael Giacone

Managing Director–Wealth Management

Senior Portfolio Manager
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- AZ
- CA
- CO
- CT
- DC
- DE
- FL
- GA
- IL
- IN
- KY
- LA
- MA
- MD
- ME
- MI
- MN
- MO
- MS
- MT
- NC
- NH
- NJ
- NM
- NV
- NY
- OH
- OR
- PA
- SC
- TN
- TX
- UT
- VA
- VT
- WA
- WI
- WV
Mike's industry expertise has navigated clients through more than 35 years of varying financial markets. Ranked as one of the top Financial Advisors in New York City by Forbes, Mike has been recognized industry wide for his commitment to helping clients achieve their financial goals. Mike is the Senior Portfolio Manager and founder of Giacone Partners. He has also earned the distinction of UBS Managing Director, a title reserved only for the highest ranking Financial Advisors.

As a Senior Portfolio Manager, Mike constructs and oversees several customized financial models. He has extensive experience in selecting and monitoring top institutional money managers, hedge funds and private equity funds. Mike's top priority as Senior Portfolio Manager is risk mitigation–keeping clients' wealth and legacy always at the forefront of the investment process.

Prior to joining UBS in 2009, Mike was a member of Morgan Stanley's prestigious Chairman's Club and was appointed head of the FA Council. He is now an esteemed member of the Chairman's Club at UBS. Mike received his B.S. in Business from Wagner College and completed the Senior Financial Advisor Program at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He has completed the UBS Portfolio Management Program and maintains his Series 7, Series 3, Series 63, Series 65, and Series 8 securities licenses, as well as his Insurance license.

Mike has two children and currently lives in Westfield, New Jersey with his wife Jean. Outside of the office, Mike is an avid boater, and has a passion for deep sea fishing.
- Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023The 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, 2023The 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.
- Wagner College , B.S. in Business
- Senior Portfolio Manager
- Private Wealth Advisor
1251 Avenue of Americas
2nd Floor
New York, NY 10020
Anthony DePalma, CFP

Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
View bio Industry recognition
- AZ
- CA
- CO
- CT
- DC
- DE
- FL
- GA
- IL
- IN
- KY
- LA
- MA
- MD
- ME
- MI
- MN
- MO
- MS
- MT
- NC
- NH
- NJ
- NM
- NV
- NY
- OH
- OR
- PA
- SC
- TN
- TX
- UT
- VA
- VT
- WA
- WI
- WV
Anthony brings 30 years of industry experience to our team. He is responsible for the wealth preservation, risk management, and implementation of financial planning for multi-generational high net worth clients. Anthony manages the team's Total Return and Energy Portfolios. Anthony earned a BA in Economics from SUNY New Paltz, and currently resides in Long Island City, NY.
- Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023The 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.
- SUNY New Paltz, BA in Economics
- CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
- Senior Portfolio Manager
- Private Wealth Advisor
1251 Avenue of Americas
2nd Floor
New York, NY 10020
Thomas Badger

Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

Portfolio Manager
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- AZ
- CA
- CO
- CT
- DC
- DE
- FL
- GA
- IL
- IN
- KY
- LA
- MA
- MD
- ME
- MI
- MN
- MO
- MS
- NC
- NH
- NJ
- NM
- NV
- NY
- OR
- PA
- SC
- TN
- TX
- UT
- VA
- VT
- WA
- WI
- WV
Tom has provided financial guidance to clients for more than 28 years. He graduated with a B.A. from Rutgers University, Rutgers College where he was a member of the Lacrosse Team '88 to '92 and honored recipient of the Robert Collett Award. He also completed the Morgan Stanley Investment Consultant's Program at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. Tom is the team Syndicate Coordinator and Equity Specialist. He lives in Fairfield, CT with his wife and two children and is active in his community. Tom plays in a masters lacrosse league and enjoys tennis and cycling.
- Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023The 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.
- Rutgers University, Rutgers College, B.A.
- Portfolio Manager
- Private Wealth Advisor
1251 Avenue of Americas
2nd Floor
New York, NY 10020
Douglas Rich, CRPC

Authorized Officer

Team Administrator
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- CA
- CT
- DC
- FL
- MA
- MO
- MS
- MT
- NC
- NJ
- NM
- NV
- NY
- OR
- PA
- SC
- TX
- WA
Doug has pursued knowledge of financial issues that impact clients since 2010. Prior to his role as Team Administrator Doug gained industry experience as the team's Registered Client Service Associate and as a Wealth Strategy Associate. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Economics from the Smeal College of Business at the Pennsylvania State University and holds his Series 7, 63, and 65 licenses as well as his Insurance License. Doug is the account manager for the high net worth clients and oversees the implementation and monitoring of managed portfolios and equity and fixed income trading. He lives in Westfield, New Jersey with his wife, daughter, and dog.
- Smeal College of Business at The Pennsylvania State University, Bachelor of Science in Economics
- Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor℠
1251 Avenue of Americas
2nd Floor
New York, NY 10020
Michael Christopher Giacone, CIMA, CEPA

Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

Certified Investment Management Analyst®
View bio
- AZ
- CA
- CO
- CT
- DC
- DE
- FL
- GA
- IL
- IN
- KY
- LA
- MA
- MD
- ME
- MI
- MN
- MO
- MS
- MT
- NC
- NH
- NJ
- NM
- NV
- NY
- OH
- OR
- PA
- SC
- TN
- TX
- UT
- VA
- VT
- WA
- WI
- WV
Michael played Division I College Football at Boston College. He graduated from the Wallace E. Carroll School of Management in 2016 with a Bachelor's Degree in both Marketing and Management. Following graduation, Michael played out his final season with the Eagles while pursuing a Master's Degree in Leadership & Administration. After receiving his Master's degree in May of 2017, Michael joined Giacone Partners in June of 2017.

Michael's role is to help clients achieve and maintain financial success by connecting with them, understanding their financial goals, and offering insightful advice. He is responsible for actively monitoring investment strategies, conducting investment product due diligence, and seeking alternative investment solutions. Michael has completed The Wharton School's Certified Investment Management Analyst Program, and holds his Series 7 and 66 licenses as well as his Insurance License. Michael currently lives in Westfield, New Jersey with his wife Janie and their dog Henry.
- Boston College, The Wallace E. Carroll School of Management: 2016
- Boston College, Woods College of Advancing Studies: 2017
- Certified Investment Management Analyst®
- Certified Exit Planning Advisor
1251 Avenue of Americas
2nd Floor
New York, NY 10020
Victoria Lynn Gottlieb, CFP

Authorized Officer

Senior Wealth Strategy Associate
View bio
- CA
- CT
- DC
- FL
- MO
- NJ
- NM
- NY
Victoria graduated from Baruch College with a Bachelor of Arts in Corporate Communications and Economics in May of 2013. While earning her undergraduate degree, Victoria became exposed to wealth management through interning at Morgan Stanley where her tenure was extended into the Client Service Associate role. Upon graduation, Victoria was accepted as one of ten analysts in the Morgan Stanley Diversity Council's Branch Analyst Program.

Victoria currently holds her Series 7 and 66 licenses as well as her Insurance License. Victoria specializes in financial planning as well as market and investment research. She currently lives in Woodside, Queens and enjoys traveling, cycling, and meditating.
- Baruch College , Bachelor of Arts in Corporate Communications and Economics
- CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
1251 Avenue of Americas
2nd Floor
New York, NY 10020

Alexis Rose Williams, CRPC

Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor℠
View bio
- NY
Alexis graduated from Fordham University's Gabelli School of Business with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management and Finance in 2015. Alexis's primary focus is client services, including operational and administrative duties. She is also responsible for daily account monitoring and assisting clients with their cash management needs. Alexis holds her Series 7 and 66 licenses.

Alexis lives in Queens, NY with her dog Coco, and has been studying yoga for many years.
- Fordham University's Gabelli School of Business, Bachelor's Degree in Business Management and Finance
- Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor℠
1251 Avenue of Americas
2nd Floor
New York, NY 10020

Michael Giacone

Managing Director–Wealth Management

Senior Portfolio Manager
View bio Industry recognition
- AZ
- CA
- CO
- CT
- DC
- DE
- FL
- GA
- IL
- IN
- KY
- LA
- MA
- MD
- ME
- MI
- MN
- MO
- MS
- MT
- NC
- NH
- NJ
- NM
- NV
- NY
- OH
- OR
- PA
- SC
- TN
- TX
- UT
- VA
- VT
- WA
- WI
- WV
Mike's industry expertise has navigated clients through more than 35 years of varying financial markets. Ranked as one of the top Financial Advisors in New York City by Forbes, Mike has been recognized industry wide for his commitment to helping clients achieve their financial goals. Mike is the Senior Portfolio Manager and founder of Giacone Partners. He has also earned the distinction of UBS Managing Director, a title reserved only for the highest ranking Financial Advisors.

As a Senior Portfolio Manager, Mike constructs and oversees several customized financial models. He has extensive experience in selecting and monitoring top institutional money managers, hedge funds and private equity funds. Mike's top priority as Senior Portfolio Manager is risk mitigation–keeping clients' wealth and legacy always at the forefront of the investment process.

Prior to joining UBS in 2009, Mike was a member of Morgan Stanley's prestigious Chairman's Club and was appointed head of the FA Council. He is now an esteemed member of the Chairman's Club at UBS. Mike received his B.S. in Business from Wagner College and completed the Senior Financial Advisor Program at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He has completed the UBS Portfolio Management Program and maintains his Series 7, Series 3, Series 63, Series 65, and Series 8 securities licenses, as well as his Insurance license.

Mike has two children and currently lives in Westfield, New Jersey with his wife Jean. Outside of the office, Mike is an avid boater, and has a passion for deep sea fishing.
- Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023The 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, 2023The 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.
- Wagner College , B.S. in Business
- Senior Portfolio Manager
- Private Wealth Advisor
1251 Avenue of Americas
2nd Floor
New York, NY 10020
Anthony DePalma, CFP

Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
View bio Industry recognition
- AZ
- CA
- CO
- CT
- DC
- DE
- FL
- GA
- IL
- IN
- KY
- LA
- MA
- MD
- ME
- MI
- MN
- MO
- MS
- MT
- NC
- NH
- NJ
- NM
- NV
- NY
- OH
- OR
- PA
- SC
- TN
- TX
- UT
- VA
- VT
- WA
- WI
- WV
Anthony brings 30 years of industry experience to our team. He is responsible for the wealth preservation, risk management, and implementation of financial planning for multi-generational high net worth clients. Anthony manages the team's Total Return and Energy Portfolios. Anthony earned a BA in Economics from SUNY New Paltz, and currently resides in Long Island City, NY.
- Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023The 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.
- SUNY New Paltz, BA in Economics
- CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
- Senior Portfolio Manager
- Private Wealth Advisor
1251 Avenue of Americas
2nd Floor
New York, NY 10020
Thomas Badger

Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

Portfolio Manager
View bio Industry recognition
- AZ
- CA
- CO
- CT
- DC
- DE
- FL
- GA
- IL
- IN
- KY
- LA
- MA
- MD
- ME
- MI
- MN
- MO
- MS
- NC
- NH
- NJ
- NM
- NV
- NY
- OR
- PA
- SC
- TN
- TX
- UT
- VA
- VT
- WA
- WI
- WV
Tom has provided financial guidance to clients for more than 28 years. He graduated with a B.A. from Rutgers University, Rutgers College where he was a member of the Lacrosse Team '88 to '92 and honored recipient of the Robert Collett Award. He also completed the Morgan Stanley Investment Consultant's Program at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. Tom is the team Syndicate Coordinator and Equity Specialist. He lives in Fairfield, CT with his wife and two children and is active in his community. Tom plays in a masters lacrosse league and enjoys tennis and cycling.
- Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023The 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.
- Rutgers University, Rutgers College, B.A.
- Portfolio Manager
- Private Wealth Advisor
1251 Avenue of Americas
2nd Floor
New York, NY 10020
Douglas Rich, CRPC

Authorized Officer

Team Administrator
View bio
- CA
- CT
- DC
- FL
- MA
- MO
- MS
- MT
- NC
- NJ
- NM
- NV
- NY
- OR
- PA
- SC
- TX
- WA
Doug has pursued knowledge of financial issues that impact clients since 2010. Prior to his role as Team Administrator Doug gained industry experience as the team's Registered Client Service Associate and as a Wealth Strategy Associate. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Economics from the Smeal College of Business at the Pennsylvania State University and holds his Series 7, 63, and 65 licenses as well as his Insurance License. Doug is the account manager for the high net worth clients and oversees the implementation and monitoring of managed portfolios and equity and fixed income trading. He lives in Westfield, New Jersey with his wife, daughter, and dog.
- Smeal College of Business at The Pennsylvania State University, Bachelor of Science in Economics
- Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor℠
1251 Avenue of Americas
2nd Floor
New York, NY 10020
Michael Christopher Giacone, CIMA, CEPA

Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

Certified Investment Management Analyst®
View bio
- AZ
- CA
- CO
- CT
- DC
- DE
- FL
- GA
- IL
- IN
- KY
- LA
- MA
- MD
- ME
- MI
- MN
- MO
- MS
- MT
- NC
- NH
- NJ
- NM
- NV
- NY
- OH
- OR
- PA
- SC
- TN
- TX
- UT
- VA
- VT
- WA
- WI
- WV
Michael played Division I College Football at Boston College. He graduated from the Wallace E. Carroll School of Management in 2016 with a Bachelor's Degree in both Marketing and Management. Following graduation, Michael played out his final season with the Eagles while pursuing a Master's Degree in Leadership & Administration. After receiving his Master's degree in May of 2017, Michael joined Giacone Partners in June of 2017.

Michael's role is to help clients achieve and maintain financial success by connecting with them, understanding their financial goals, and offering insightful advice. He is responsible for actively monitoring investment strategies, conducting investment product due diligence, and seeking alternative investment solutions. Michael has completed The Wharton School's Certified Investment Management Analyst Program, and holds his Series 7 and 66 licenses as well as his Insurance License. Michael currently lives in Westfield, New Jersey with his wife Janie and their dog Henry.
- Boston College, The Wallace E. Carroll School of Management: 2016
- Boston College, Woods College of Advancing Studies: 2017
- Certified Investment Management Analyst®
- Certified Exit Planning Advisor
1251 Avenue of Americas
2nd Floor
New York, NY 10020
Victoria Lynn Gottlieb, CFP

Authorized Officer

Senior Wealth Strategy Associate
View bio
- CA
- CT
- DC
- FL
- MO
- NJ
- NM
- NY
Victoria graduated from Baruch College with a Bachelor of Arts in Corporate Communications and Economics in May of 2013. While earning her undergraduate degree, Victoria became exposed to wealth management through interning at Morgan Stanley where her tenure was extended into the Client Service Associate role. Upon graduation, Victoria was accepted as one of ten analysts in the Morgan Stanley Diversity Council's Branch Analyst Program.

Victoria currently holds her Series 7 and 66 licenses as well as her Insurance License. Victoria specializes in financial planning as well as market and investment research. She currently lives in Woodside, Queens and enjoys traveling, cycling, and meditating.
- Baruch College , Bachelor of Arts in Corporate Communications and Economics
- CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
1251 Avenue of Americas
2nd Floor
New York, NY 10020
Alexis Rose Williams, CRPC

Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor℠
View bio
- NY
Alexis graduated from Fordham University's Gabelli School of Business with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management and Finance in 2015. Alexis's primary focus is client services, including operational and administrative duties. She is also responsible for daily account monitoring and assisting clients with their cash management needs. Alexis holds her Series 7 and 66 licenses.

Alexis lives in Queens, NY with her dog Coco, and has been studying yoga for many years.
- Fordham University's Gabelli School of Business, Bachelor's Degree in Business Management and Finance
- Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor℠
1251 Avenue of Americas
2nd Floor
New York, NY 10020

A team approach

Your life, wealth and future

How can we help you pursue your goals? Our advice focuses on three key strategies: Liquidity. Longevity. Legacy. This approach can help you explore, clarify and pursue your financial goals. Working together with you, we can help you plan for life today and beyond.

_{Time frames may vary. Strategies are subject to individual client goals, objectives and suitability. This approach is not a promise or guarantee that wealth, or any financial results, can or will be achieved. All investments involve the risk of loss, including the risk of loss of the entire investment.}

Goals-based planning

Investment Management

Prepared for opportunity, protected in times of volatility

Our direct access to global resources offers timely perspectives, customized investment planning and a fully integrated suite of financial solutions.

Our distinction stems from our ability to transcend the capabilities of the traditional financial advisor and bring institutional analysis and investment management directly to you.

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Risk management and asset allocation
Open access
Research and analysis
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Backed by the strength of UBS

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In invested assets globally
As of 12/31/2022

51 countries

Our global footprint

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UBS is a world-leading wealth manager

Global access. Strategic solutions.

Pursuing your goals together

Michael Giacone

Anthony DePalma, CFP

Thomas Badger

Douglas Rich, CRPC

Michael Christopher Giacone, CIMA, CEPA

Victoria Lynn Gottlieb, CFP

Alexis Rose Williams, CRPC