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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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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 Ritacco

    Michael Ritacco

    Managing Director–Wealth Management

    Financial Advisor

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    • HI
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    Michael P. Ritacco, Director, joined UBS Financial Services in October 2013. Mike works with families, foundations & businesses establishing strategies that grow, protect, and distribute wealth in the most tax efficient manner. Through his teamwork, they leverage their capabilities and resources to fully assist clients with Private Family Office Services. Drawing on his experience and global resources, Mike develops personalized solutions to address the complex needs of his clients. Those strategies include but are not limited to portfolio development, estate planning working in conjunction with client family advisors, retirement and education planning, life insurance analysis, liability and debt management, plus a full complement of multi-generational wealth preservation services.

    Michael resides in Point Pleasant, NJ with his three children Grace, Michael and Lily.  He is an active supporter of community programs in Ocean and Monmouth counties.  Michael is currently the Board Chair for the Toms River Field of Dreams as well as Board Chair of the Ocean County YMCA. 

    • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2023, 2024, 2025The 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, 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.

    • Franklin & Marshall College, BS in Business Administration: 1996 - 2000
    • Senior Portfolio Manager
    • Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor
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    2107 Route 34
    Suite 102
    Wall, NJ 07719
    michael.ritacco@ubs.com
    Michael Ritacco
    2107 Route 34,Wall,NJ,07719
  • Richard Galgano

    Richard Galgano

    First Vice President

    Financial Advisor

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      As an experienced and trusted financial advisor, Richard provides tailored wealth management strategies to pre-retired and retired clients. His process begins by fully understanding client’s wealth goals while focusing on key areas of financial concerns. With sound resources provided by UBS Financial Services Inc., we will build a solid individualized investment plan for today and the future.

      While helping clients meet their financial needs, Richard can guide you through planning your retirement, saving for your children’s or grandchildren’s education, or looking to preserve your wealth for the next generation.

      Before entering the financial services industry, Rick graduated from Rider College with a degree in Finance and worked as a Financial Advisor with Butcher and Singer. Now a First Vice President - Wealth Management at UBS.

      Richard's mission is to help each one of his clients plan for a financial future in a way that best meets his or her goals. And the commitment doesn’t end there, Rick has been an active member of the local community for nearly 25 years and is currently involved with The Ocean County College Foundation.

      Richard and his wife Michele enjoy their time out of the office in Forked River.

            2107 Route 34
            Wall, NJ 07719
            Richard.galgano@ubs.com
            Richard Galgano
            2107 Route 34,Wall,NJ,07719
          • Kaitlyn Galgano

            Kaitlyn Galgano

            Financial Advisor

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            Kate joined UBS Financial Services in October 2025.  Prior to joining UBS, Kate spent 6 years in the investment and finance world through her time at T. Rowe Price and Bloomberg.

            Kate received a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in finance and sales from The College of New Jersey in 2019. In 2025, Kate earned her CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification becoming a financial professional who meets rigorous education, training, and ethical standards set by the CFP Board to provide comprehensive, holistic financial planning, legally bound to act as a fiduciary.

            She thrives on helping people understand their financial standing today so she can craft a plan for them to achieve all of their dreams in the future. She provides investment consulting and financial plan design for corporate executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals. Her ultimate goal is to approach wealth on a long-term horizon to create and preserve her clients’ assets while decreasing risk and taxation.

            Kate resides in Red Bank, NJ with her partner Drew and their cats, Robin & Bean.

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                2107 Route 34
                Suite 102
                Wall, NJ 07719
                kaitlyn.galgano@ubs.com
                Kaitlyn Galgano
                2107 Route 34,Wall,NJ,07719
              • Angela Brehm

                Angela Brehm

                Registered Client Associate

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                Angela joined UBS Financial Services in July 2022.  Prior to joining UBS Angela spent over 20 years working for hedge funds. Her time was spent in operations, control and compliance, and marketing and investor relations.  Angela’s background and capabilities will help provide support to the team and assist with client needs.

                Angela received a Master of Business Administration from Monmouth University in New Jersey in 2004 and a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in finance and international business from Villanova University in Pennsylvania in 2000.

                Angela resides in Toms River, NJ with her husband William, their children Gabriella and Cooper and their dog Luna.

                      2107 Route 34
                      Suite 102
                      Wall, NJ 07719
                      angela.brehm@ubs.com
                      Angela Brehm
                      2107 Route 34,Wall,NJ,07719
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                      Nicole Bartolomeo

                      Registered Client Associate

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                      Nicole joined UBS in June 2024. With over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, Nicole brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge. Nicole spent the 22 years with a Morgan Stanley team providing top level services to ultra high net worth clients. Nicole holds Series 7 and 66 licenses, underscoring her commitment to excellence in trading and compliance. 

                            2107 Route 34
                            Suite 102
                            Wall, NJ 07719
                            nicole.bartolomeo@ubs.com
                            Nicole Bartolomeo
                            2107 Route 34,Wall,NJ,07719
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                            Jill Mendes

                            Client Associate

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                              Jill joined the team in April 2025. Prior to joining UBS, Jill spent over 10 years planning corporate and consumer events across the country for global brands and professional sports leagues. Jill’s background in communications, event marketing, public relations, planning and attention to detail will help provide support to the team and assist with client needs.

                              Jill received a Bachelor of Arts in Communications with a concentration in Public Relations from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA in 2000. Jill resides in Toms River, NJ with her husband Mike, their children Ashlyn and Michael Jr. and their dog, Duke.

                                    2107 Route 34
                                    Suite 102
                                    Wall, NJ 07719
                                    jill.mendes@ubs.com
                                    Jill Mendes
                                    2107 Route 34,Wall,NJ,07719
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