Managing Director–Wealth Management
Private Wealth Advisor
Having grown up and raised his family in West Texas, Dan has an extensive network of financial professionals, clients and friends there. He has a deep understanding of the unique needs of wealthy individuals and families involved in the energy industry, from oil and gas company executives to entrepreneurs to land and mineral rights owners. As the “go-to” for many of the team’s larger households, Dan offers valued guidance on all aspect of wealth management, including estate and retirement planning, multigenerational financial planning and wealth transfer strategies.
Dan’s years as a financial advisor is testament to his passion for helping multiple generations within families meet the challenges they face in each stage of life. He attributes the experience in his youth working with his father in his property management business for giving him early insights into financial planning and a deep appreciation for the people and community of West Texas. Dan works with corporate retirement plans, as well as endowments and foundations in the community. In addition, he and the team manage over a dozen nonprofit and foundation funds and he is involved in advising and supporting their boards.
Dan has over three decades of experience, most of it with UBS. He started his career in 1993 with Rauscher Pierce Refsnes in Midland as a financial advisor. In 1999, he accepted an offer to join the Midland office of UBS predecessor firm PaineWebber.
Dan and his wife, Mendy, have two sons, Preston and Joseph. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoys hunting, fishing, hiking, farming, ranching, snow skiing, surfing and spending time with his extended family.
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Eligibility is based on quantitative factors and is not necessarily related to the quality of the investment advice. For more information on third party rating methodologies, please visit ubs.com/us/en/designation-disclosures.
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Managing Director–Wealth Management
Private Wealth Advisor
Having grown up and raised his family in West Texas, Dan has an extensive network of financial professionals, clients and friends there. He has a deep understanding of the unique needs of wealthy individuals and families involved in the energy industry, from oil and gas company executives to entrepreneurs to land and mineral rights owners. As the “go-to” for many of the team’s larger households, Dan offers valued guidance on all aspect of wealth management, including estate and retirement planning, multigenerational financial planning and wealth transfer strategies.
Dan’s years as a financial advisor is testament to his passion for helping multiple generations within families meet the challenges they face in each stage of life. He attributes the experience in his youth working with his father in his property management business for giving him early insights into financial planning and a deep appreciation for the people and community of West Texas. Dan works with corporate retirement plans, as well as endowments and foundations in the community. In addition, he and the team manage over a dozen nonprofit and foundation funds and he is involved in advising and supporting their boards.
Dan has over three decades of experience, most of it with UBS. He started his career in 1993 with Rauscher Pierce Refsnes in Midland as a financial advisor. In 1999, he accepted an offer to join the Midland office of UBS predecessor firm PaineWebber.
Dan and his wife, Mendy, have two sons, Preston and Joseph. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoys hunting, fishing, hiking, farming, ranching, snow skiing, surfing and spending time with his extended family.
Education and certifications
Recognized as an industry leader:
Eligibility is based on quantitative factors and is not necessarily related to the quality of the investment advice. For more information on third party rating methodologies, please visit ubs.com/us/en/designation-disclosures.
Education
Credentials
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Managing Director–Wealth Management
Private Wealth Advisor
As a Financial Advisor and the team’s “numbers guy,” Alan works closely with many ultra high net worth entrepreneurs, executives, retirees and families in the West Texas area. With a deep connection to the region and a clear understanding of the unique challenges of the oil and gas industry and mineral rights owners, Alan has a sincere passion for helping his clients solve their financial concerns.
With more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, Alan began his career on the commercial insurance side. He brings considerable knowledge and experience to his role overseeing money manager due diligence as well as building and maintaining the team’s portfolios. Alan taps the synergies of the entire team to provide specialized advice focused on each client’s finances, family and legacy. In addition, he and the team manage 18 nonprofit and foundation funds.
An avid sports fan, Alan has officiated football for 25 years at the high school and college level. Active with his church, he’s been a Deacon, an Elder and served on mission teams to El Salvador and Guatemala. He and his wife, Kimberly, have two adult children, Kassidy and Dakota. A West Texas native, Alan enjoys an active lifestyle and all sports, including golf, hiking and hunting.
Education and certifications
Recognized as an industry leader:
Eligibility is based on quantitative factors and is not necessarily related to the quality of the investment advice. For more information on third party rating methodologies, please visit ubs.com/us/en/designation-disclosures.
Education
Credentials
Managing Director–Wealth Management
Private Wealth Advisor
As a Financial Advisor and the team’s “numbers guy,” Alan works closely with many ultra high net worth entrepreneurs, executives, retirees and families in the West Texas area. With a deep connection to the region and a clear understanding of the unique challenges of the oil and gas industry and mineral rights owners, Alan has a sincere passion for helping his clients solve their financial concerns.
With more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, Alan began his career on the commercial insurance side. He brings considerable knowledge and experience to his role overseeing money manager due diligence as well as building and maintaining the team’s portfolios. Alan taps the synergies of the entire team to provide specialized advice focused on each client’s finances, family and legacy. In addition, he and the team manage 18 nonprofit and foundation funds.
An avid sports fan, Alan has officiated football for 25 years at the high school and college level. Active with his church, he’s been a Deacon, an Elder and served on mission teams to El Salvador and Guatemala. He and his wife, Kimberly, have two adult children, Kassidy and Dakota. A West Texas native, Alan enjoys an active lifestyle and all sports, including golf, hiking and hunting.
Education and certifications
Recognized as an industry leader:
Eligibility is based on quantitative factors and is not necessarily related to the quality of the investment advice. For more information on third party rating methodologies, please visit ubs.com/us/en/designation-disclosures.
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Client Associate
Candy is committed to maintaining strong, personal connections with clients and their families by delivering the highest level of support and service. She coordinates operations and administrative details for the team. What truly sets Candy apart—and distinguishes the whole team—is the personal touch that connects deeply with each client.
Candy joined the Liberty Group and UBS in 2007 after working in the insurance business. She, along with her husband, were both raised in Midland and chose to raise their family there as well. Candy has a strong commitment to the community, especially youth activities, and has served on a number of boards, including baseball, rodeo and local food banks. When not working, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
Client Associate
Candy is committed to maintaining strong, personal connections with clients and their families by delivering the highest level of support and service. She coordinates operations and administrative details for the team. What truly sets Candy apart—and distinguishes the whole team—is the personal touch that connects deeply with each client.
Candy joined the Liberty Group and UBS in 2007 after working in the insurance business. She, along with her husband, were both raised in Midland and chose to raise their family there as well. Candy has a strong commitment to the community, especially youth activities, and has served on a number of boards, including baseball, rodeo and local food banks. When not working, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
Senior Client Associate
Andrea is committed to delivering the value of “white glove service” to clients while working to help them understand their finances. She especially brings this care to helping clients who have recently experienced a major life event.
Before joining UBS in 2015, Andrea gained 13 years of experience at Merrill Lynch and Raymond James as a Client Service Associate. Raised in Midland, Andrea has deep roots in her community. She has been an active volunteer with Keep Midland Beautiful, High Sky Children’s Ranch, Midland Soccer Association, Meals on Wheels and the West Texas Food Bank Summer Service Program. Andrea enjoys watching the West Texas sunsets, traveling and spending time with her family.
Education and certifications
Education
Senior Client Associate
Andrea is committed to delivering the value of “white glove service” to clients while working to help them understand their finances. She especially brings this care to helping clients who have recently experienced a major life event.
Before joining UBS in 2015, Andrea gained 13 years of experience at Merrill Lynch and Raymond James as a Client Service Associate. Raised in Midland, Andrea has deep roots in her community. She has been an active volunteer with Keep Midland Beautiful, High Sky Children’s Ranch, Midland Soccer Association, Meals on Wheels and the West Texas Food Bank Summer Service Program. Andrea enjoys watching the West Texas sunsets, traveling and spending time with her family.
Education and certifications
Education
Client Associate
With a sharp eye for detail and a passion for financial services, Sydney is dedicated to delivering excellent client service. She pays attention to the personal needs of each client and has a knack for finding the most efficient way to solve problems through critical thinking or research.
She understands the significance of building trust and loves helping her clients feel more secure about their family's financial future.
After starting her career at Morgan Stanley in 2014, Sydney joined the Liberty Group in 2018. In addition to working with clients, she is a CSA coach who teaches other UBS client associates how to support their clients. In her free time, you can find Sydney attending Bible studies, volunteering at local community charities, and cheering for her daughter at competitive cheer competitions.
Credentials
Client Associate
With a sharp eye for detail and a passion for financial services, Sydney is dedicated to delivering excellent client service. She pays attention to the personal needs of each client and has a knack for finding the most efficient way to solve problems through critical thinking or research.
She understands the significance of building trust and loves helping her clients feel more secure about their family's financial future.
After starting her career at Morgan Stanley in 2014, Sydney joined the Liberty Group in 2018. In addition to working with clients, she is a CSA coach who teaches other UBS client associates how to support their clients. In her free time, you can find Sydney attending Bible studies, volunteering at local community charities, and cheering for her daughter at competitive cheer competitions.
Credentials
Client Associate
Lydia is an integral part of The Liberty Group team, whose expertise lies in enhancing operational efficiency. She guides clients through the process of opening accounts, completing documentation, and communicating across UBS teams. She is passionate about providing exceptional client service and provides key administrative and account management support to the team.
Lydia proudly served in the U.S. Army for 10 years before making Midland her home. She worked as an Emergency Dispatcher and then chose to transition into finance with UBS, joining the Liberty Group in 2022. Lydia is a loving mother of three. You can often find her enthusiastically cheering on her children at their sports and extracurricular activities and generously volunteering for school and church events.
Education
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Client Associate
Lydia is an integral part of The Liberty Group team, whose expertise lies in enhancing operational efficiency. She guides clients through the process of opening accounts, completing documentation, and communicating across UBS teams. She is passionate about providing exceptional client service and provides key administrative and account management support to the team.
Lydia proudly served in the U.S. Army for 10 years before making Midland her home. She worked as an Emergency Dispatcher and then chose to transition into finance with UBS, joining the Liberty Group in 2022. Lydia is a loving mother of three. You can often find her enthusiastically cheering on her children at their sports and extracurricular activities and generously volunteering for school and church events.
Education
Credentials
Senior Wealth Strategy Associate
Education
Credentials
Senior Wealth Strategy Associate
Education
Credentials
Senior Wealth Strategy Associate
Preston is passionate about delivering wealth management advice that directly impacts his clients’ financial well-being and aligns with their financial goals. Having grown up in West Texas, he understands the unique needs of oil and gas professionals and mineral owners and specializes in guiding these clients through the complex financial decisions they face.
At the Liberty Group, Preston performs portfolio construction, fund due diligence, trading and financial planning. He also provides technological support for team members and clients, helping them make the most of UBS resources.
Preston uses the Liberty Group’s extended network of community connections to better understand the needs of locals. Having friends and family working in the same industries as his clients has given him a better understanding of the challenges they face. His deep roots in the community give him motivation to help his clients achieve their financial goals and live the best lives they can.
Preston discovered his interest in financial services, and particularly investment strategy, in high school. This spark inspired him to pursue a degree in finance and spend summers interning as a credit analyst at a community bank in Midland. He joined The Liberty Group in 2022. Beyond work, Preston enjoys spending time with his wife, exploring new destinations, honing his clay shooting and snow skiing skills, and giving back to the community through volunteering with local non-profits.
Education
Credentials
Senior Wealth Strategy Associate
Preston is passionate about delivering wealth management advice that directly impacts his clients’ financial well-being and aligns with their financial goals. Having grown up in West Texas, he understands the unique needs of oil and gas professionals and mineral owners and specializes in guiding these clients through the complex financial decisions they face.
At the Liberty Group, Preston performs portfolio construction, fund due diligence, trading and financial planning. He also provides technological support for team members and clients, helping them make the most of UBS resources.
Preston uses the Liberty Group’s extended network of community connections to better understand the needs of locals. Having friends and family working in the same industries as his clients has given him a better understanding of the challenges they face. His deep roots in the community give him motivation to help his clients achieve their financial goals and live the best lives they can.
Preston discovered his interest in financial services, and particularly investment strategy, in high school. This spark inspired him to pursue a degree in finance and spend summers interning as a credit analyst at a community bank in Midland. He joined The Liberty Group in 2022. Beyond work, Preston enjoys spending time with his wife, exploring new destinations, honing his clay shooting and snow skiing skills, and giving back to the community through volunteering with local non-profits.
Education
Credentials
Wealth Strategy Associate
Joseph is passionate about helping people achieve their financial goals. As a Wealth Strategy Associate, he assists the team by developing and implementing investment and planning strategies that are tailored to each clients’ specific goals. He has a talent for connecting resources to find creative solutions for his client’s needs.
The Liberty Group takes a holistic approach to financial planning, to ensure a client’s portfolio supports their short-term goals while also setting them up for long term success. They want to help clients leave a legacy for the coming generations.
Joseph is a born and raised Midland local, but he also spent two summers working on UBS teams in Dallas, where he was lucky to learn about the creative ways teams can be effective in a big city. He joined the Liberty Group in 2024, bringing his unique experience with him. He now thrives on serving the needs of his West Texas clients. When he's not working, Joseph loves spending time with his family, traveling, surfing, skiing and working at his church.
Education
Wealth Strategy Associate
Joseph is passionate about helping people achieve their financial goals. As a Wealth Strategy Associate, he assists the team by developing and implementing investment and planning strategies that are tailored to each clients’ specific goals. He has a talent for connecting resources to find creative solutions for his client’s needs.
The Liberty Group takes a holistic approach to financial planning, to ensure a client’s portfolio supports their short-term goals while also setting them up for long term success. They want to help clients leave a legacy for the coming generations.
Joseph is a born and raised Midland local, but he also spent two summers working on UBS teams in Dallas, where he was lucky to learn about the creative ways teams can be effective in a big city. He joined the Liberty Group in 2024, bringing his unique experience with him. He now thrives on serving the needs of his West Texas clients. When he's not working, Joseph loves spending time with his family, traveling, surfing, skiing and working at his church.
Education
Eligibility is based on quantitative factors and is not necessarily related to the quality of the investment advice. For more information on third party rating methodologies, please visit ubs.com/us/en/designation-disclosures.
Eligibility is based on quantitative factors and is not necessarily related to the quality of the investment advice. For more information on third party rating methodologies, please visit ubs.com/us/en/designation-disclosures.
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