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Private Wealth Management

At HSS Partners, we work to understand what’s most important to you, so we can organize your financial life to help make sure your short-term needs don't cloud your long-term goals. We provide a structure so you clearly understand where your money is, and why. The plan we create together can help you stay focused at each stage of life, today, tomorrow and for future generations.

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Defining your priorities. Pursuing what matters.

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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Launch. Grow. Exit your business.

We understand that when it comes to the business you have personally built, you're going to be invested at every level. From launching to growing to ultimately exiting your company our team can help you make smarter decisions each step of the way. 

Launch. Grow. Exit your business.

You’re selling within the year

You’re selling within the year

You’re 3 years away from exiting

You’re 3 years away from exiting

You’re considering an exit in 5 years

You’re considering an exit in 5 years

  • Finalize your trust and estate strategies 
  • Work with us to interview and select the investment banker that works best for you
  • Finalize your exit plan and focus on getting the best deal for the sale
  • Coordinate with your investment banker to help create competitive tension among prospective buyers and meet potential acquirers, review offers and negotiate the sale
  • As needed, prepare employees and managers for the transition
  • Think about what’s next for you and your future, after the sale
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  • Refine your trust and estate strategies with your tax and legal advisors to take advantage of strategies that may increase future net proceeds from a sale*
  • Begin conducting an analysis of likely buyer interest and sector outlook, trends and business cycles to help identify the right timing of the sale
  • Build the right pre-sale advisory team, including an investment banker, attorney and CPA
  • Explore gift and estate strategies to help maximize net proceeds from a sale

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  • Discuss trust and estate strategies and tax and legal advisors to take advantage of strategies that may increase future net proceeds from a sale*
  • Fine-tune your business model to be most appealing to a buyer
  • Make sure business documentation and financial statements are in order
  • Put together a team to prepare the business and optimize value
  • Strengthen your management team
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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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    Rick Hughes

    Managing Director–Wealth Management

    Financial Advisor

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    Rick Hughes oversees the HSS Partners team at UBS and focuses on building enduring client relationships while guiding high-net-worth families through life’s most important financial decisions. He believes that true wealth planning starts with understanding what matters most to each family. With over 25 years of experience, Rick works alongside his colleagues to help clients address immediate financial needs, prepare for future goals and plan for legacies that extend beyond their lifetime.

    Whether the focus is on creating strategies to help sustain a lifestyle after retirement, preparing for the sale of a business or shaping multigenerational legacies, Rick takes the time to learn what matters most to his clients. He helps entrepreneurs navigate liquidity events and supports families plan for wealth transfer and philanthropy.

    Rick’s role extends beyond just investments. He helps guide the collaborative work of his clients’ attorneys, accountants and trustees, often acting as a central hub or serving as the family’s first call when major decisions arise.

    Rick began his career at Merrill Lynch and held senior roles at Morgan Stanley before moving to UBS in 2021 to start HSS Partners with his associates.

      • B.A. Business Administration, Washington & Lee University
      • Series 7, Series 63 and Series 65 securities licenses
      1735 Market Street
      Mellon Bank Center
      Philadelphia, PA 19103
      rick.hughes@ubs.com
      Rick Hughes
      1735 Market Street,Philadelphia,PA,19103
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      Daniel Silverberg, CRPS

      Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

      Financial Advisor

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      Dan Silverberg plays a central role in the operation of HSS Partners. He helps affluent families simplify financial complexity and brings clarity to every stage of planning.  To do so, he develops strategies that address near-term financial needs while preparing for long-term goals and multigenerational transitions.

      Dan helps trustees and plan sponsors manage retirement and benefit plans, guides fiduciaries in balancing obligations with family goals and works closely with families on estate and legacy planning. He supports his clients by breaking down complex strategies into clear, manageable plans that align with their priorities.

      Collaboration is a hallmark of Dan’s approach. He coordinates with his clients’ attorneys, accountants and other advisors, helping to ensure their strategies and plans stay aligned. His steady perspective over the years has helped families stay focused through market volatility and life transitions alike.

      Dan served in senior roles at Morgan Stanley before moving to UBS with HSS Partners in 2021. He currently splits his time between Florida and the Philadelphia office.

        • B.S. Finance, George Washington University
        • Series 7, Series 63 and Series 65 securities licenses
        • Life, Health and Variable insurance licenses
        1735 Market Street
        Mellon Bank Center, 44th Floor
        Philadelphia, PA 19103
        dan.silverberg@ubs.com
        Daniel Silverberg, CRPS
        1735 Market Street,Philadelphia,PA,19103
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        Shawn Senior

        Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

        Financial Advisor

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        Shawn Senior works primarily with families navigating major life transitions — from retirement to divorce, to post-career planning. He draws on lessons learned from both his athletic and financial careers to connect with clients and support them through periods of challenge and critical change. He works with individuals and families to create strategies that balance current income needs with long-term growth and legacy planning.

        Shawn has extensive experience working with professional athletes, divorced women and retirees, helping them navigate transition. His ability to connect with clients personally, listen to their goals and translate those goals into practical strategies has earned him lasting relationships across generations. Whether helping families plan for retirement or guiding them through sudden life changes, Shawn provides advice to help them manage major financial decisions with clear eyes.

        Prior to working in financial services, Shawn played in the Boston Red Sox organization. He later held positions at Merrill Lynch and Morgan Stanley, gaining experience across different client needs and market environments. The discipline and teamwork he learned from his baseball career continues to shape his work today.

          • B.S. Business Management, LaSalle University
          • Series 7, Series 63 and Series 65 securities licenses
          • Life, Health and Variable insurance licenses
          501 Fellowship Road
          Suite 302
          Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054
          shawn.senior@ubs.com
          Shawn Senior
          501 Fellowship Road,Mt. Laurel,NJ,08054
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          Joseph Cirucci CFP

          First Vice President–Wealth Management

          Financial Advisor

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          Joe Cirucci is a lifelong student of the markets who helps families align their financial strategies with their financial goals. He advises clients in planning for near-term needs, preparing for future goals and structuring wealth for generations to come.

          As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, Joe integrates technical knowledge with a personalized approach, helping to implement financial strategies that reflect each family’s goals. He works with his clients’ attorneys, accountants and trustees to help keep their complex wealth strategies aligned. He aims to guide his clients through market challenges, life events and legacy planning with clarity and purpose. Joe has built enduring relationships with clients, many of which span multiple generations. He helps them design strategies for retirement, manage liquidity from business or real estate transactions and plan for wealth transfer and philanthropy.

          Joe is an alumnus of St. Joseph’s Prep and began his career on the floor of the Philadelphia Stock Exchange, where he developed an early passion for financial markets. He interned with HSS Partners in college before formally joining the team in 2011.

            • B.A. Business, Franklin and Marshall College
            • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER
            • Series 7, Series 66 and Series 31 securities licenses
            • Life, Health and Disability insurance producer
            501 Fellowship Road
            Suite 302
            Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054
            joseph.cirucci@ubs.com
            Joseph Cirucci CFP
            501 Fellowship Road,Mt. Laurel,NJ,08054
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            Jeff Daniels

            Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

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            Jeff Daniels is passionate about helping clients prepare for retirement and navigate major life transitions. At HSS Partners, he focuses on developing new client relationships and works closely with families to create clarity around their complete financial picture, including assets, obligations and income sources.

            Jeff’s approach emphasizes listening carefully, then simplifying complexity so clients feel more confident in making daily and long-term financial decisions. By taking time to understand his client’s priorities, he can design strategies that reflect their long-term goals while also addressing immediate needs. Whether assisting individuals nearing retirement or families managing generational planning, Jeff provides guidance that simplifies decision-making.

            Before joining HSS Partners in 2021, Jeff worked at JPMorgan and Morgan Stanley, gaining valuable experience in retirement planning and wealth strategy.

              • B.S. Finance and Economics, University of Delaware
              • Series 7, Series 63 and Series 65 securities licenses
              • Life, Health and Accident insurance licenses
              501 Fellowship Road
              Suite 302
              Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054
              jeff.daniels@ubs.com
              Jeff Daniels
              501 Fellowship Road,Mt. Laurel,NJ,08054
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              Dawn Stil

              Team Administrator

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              Dawn Stil brings a steady presence to HSS Partners and is committed to providing clients with timely, consistent support. With decades of experience in financial services, Dawn oversees daily operations, coordinates client service and helps maintain the team’s high standards of responsiveness and care.

              Dawn has worked with the team since 2006, becoming a valuable resource for clients and colleagues alike. She provides timely assistance with account needs, responds to operational requests, and supports clients whenever needed. Her organizational skills allow our Financial Advisors to focus on strategic planning, knowing that daily operations are being managed with precision.

              Dawn began her career in 1987 and has held service and operations roles at Prudential and Morgan Stanley, building a foundation of knowledge that benefits both the team and our clients. She is a senior registered associate and holds Series 7 and 66 licenses.

                  • Series 7 and 66 licenses
                  501 Fellowship Road
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                  Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054
                  dawn.stil@ubs.com
                  Dawn Stil
                  501 Fellowship Road,Mt. Laurel,NJ,08054
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                  Cheryl Buono

                  Senior Client Associate

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                    Cheryl Buono is often the first voice clients hear when they contact HSS Partners. She has spent more than two decades building strong relationships with clients and plays a vital role in supporting the team’s service experience. With her approachable style, Cheryl enhances the client experience by making each interaction as seamless, positive and responsive as possible.

                    Cheryl assists clients with operational and administrative needs, from account updates to service requests. Her ability to anticipate and address client needs contributes to the smooth, consistent management of relationships.

                    She began her financial services career in 1993 and has worked with the team since 2002, bringing experience from her prior role at Morgan Stanley. Over the years, she has become an integral part of the team, providing the stability and continuity that helps build long-term client relationships.

                          501 Fellowship Road
                          Suite 302
                          Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054
                          cheryl.buono@ubs.com
                          Cheryl Buono
                          501 Fellowship Road,Mt. Laurel,NJ,08054

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