Experience

Dirk is the founding partner of Legacy Wealth Partners at UBS and has over 33 years of experience in wealth management. He graduated from Syracuse University with a Bachelor’s degree in marketing. Dirk obtained the Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) certification in 1997 and holds Series 7, 63, and 65 securities licenses, as well as insurance licensing in over 10 states. He lives in Malvern, PA with his wife, Lizzie, and their four children.

Dirk was a rower at Syracuse University from 1987 to 1990. He is an avid triathlete who completed the Ironman Lake Placid in 2015 and competes in races throughout the greater Philadelphia area. He is also an active marathon runner, having participated in the Boston and Philadelphia marathons for several years, and he will be running in the 2025 Boston Marathon with his daughter. Dirk has coached youth sports for over 15 years, including basketball, lacrosse, and football, and was involved with the leadership team for the Great Valley Basketball Association. Additionally, he is an avid golfer and paddle tennis player.

Kevin has over 30 years of experience in wealth management and is a Senior Vice President with UBS. He graduated from Villanova University with a Bachelor’s degree in liberal arts. As a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™℠), Kevin has advanced knowledge when it comes to creating, implementing, and maintaining retirement plans accounting for their unique tax complexities. Additionally, he holds Series 7, 63, and 65 securities licenses, as well as insurance licensing in over 10 states. Kevin lives in Wayne, PA with his wife, Elaina, and two children.

When he is not spending time with his family, he dedicates his time to causes concerned with special needs and is active within his church community.

Joe has over 15 years of experience in wealth management and is a First Vice President with UBS.  He graduated from Loyola College in Maryland with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Business Management.  Joe obtained the Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) certification in 2015 and holds Series 7 and 66 securities licenses, as well as insurance licensing in over 10 states.  Joe lives in Glenside, PA with his wife, Maria, and their three sons Connor, Ryan and Luke.

Joe has coached youth sports for over 10 years, including basketball, baseball and soccer.  Additionally, he can be found spending time with his family or playing golf.

Rose DeFalco is an Associate Director at UBS, boasting a 35-year tenure in the financial services industry. Renowned for her unwavering reliability and client-centric approach, Rose prioritizes the needs and goals of each individual she serves. Holding Series 7 and 66 securities licenses, along with insurance licensing in Pennsylvania, Rose collaborates closely with clients to enhance their financial literacy and empower them to make informed decisions. Her primary focus is cultivating enduring partnerships geared towards guiding clients towards their financial aspirations through meticulous planning. With a wealth of knowledge and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Rose stands as an invaluable resource for all our clients.

A distinguished alumna of Penn State University, Rose holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, specializing in Financial Services. Residing in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, alongside her husband Bob, Rose finds joy in hiking, and cherishing quality time with her loved ones.

Kiryna joined the financial industry in 2022 after graduating from Drexel University with a bachelor’s degree in business legal studies and organizational management. Her responsibilities include overseeing branch systems, educating clients on account services and wealth management resources, and managing client service requests to completion. Kiryna enjoys trying new restaurants, running, and spending time with her friends and family.

Sue has worked in the financial industry for 39 years, starting her career in banking and mortgage lending. Her career at Smith Barney, who then became Morgan Stanley, spanned 23 years, most of that time with The Stribrny Group.

In her professional role as a Senior Client Service Associate, she assists the team with all administrative and operational tasks by leading the groups scheduling, and event coordination. Sue also focuses on client servicing and all aspects of account administration. She takes pride in her extensive knowledge and applies that to providing the best service possible. She resides in Chester County with her husband, and they cheer on their daughter who is currently attending Rutgers University.  She has three dogs and will at any time, love to talk to you about your pets as well.

Adam has been in the financial industry for 27 years originally starting as a wire operator. He holds his Series 7, 9, 10, 63, and 65 securities licenses, as well as insurance licensing in over 10 states. When not working he can be found hiking, going to concerts, biking, or anything outdoors. Adam is responsible for providing excellent service and enhancing the client experience.