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Saltzman Group 2024

We make a real impact in the lives of our clients by guiding them through major life events and helping them preserve and pass on their wealth. Our customized approach focuses on thoughtful financial planning and wealth management that looks beyond your investments and encompasses all aspects of your financial life.

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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.

  • David Saltzman 2024

    David Saltzman, CFP, CIMA, CRPC

    Managing Director–Wealth Management

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    Dave is a Managing Director and founder of the Saltzman Wealth Management Group. Dave is a CFP®, CRPC, and attended the Wharton School of Business to complete his designation as a Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®). With over 30 years of experience, Dave's goal is to develop long-term relationships with our clients, and to structure a financial plan tailored to help meet their objectives. Dave is the father of two daughters, Nicole and Samantha. In his free time, he enjoys golf, billiards, basketball, and most of all, spending time with his family. His California license is 0C49425.

    • Barron’s Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams, 2024, 2025The Barron's rating is awarded annually in May based on information from the prior year Q4.
    • Forbes America’s Top Wealth Management Teams (Private Wealth & High-Net Worth), 2023, 2024The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in November based on information from a 12 month period ending in March of the award year.
    • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2020, 2021, 2022, 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, 2025The 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.

      • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®
      • Certified Investment Management Analyst®
      • Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor
      8000 Avalon Blvd
      Suite 925
      Alpharetta, GA 30009
      david.saltzman@ubs.com
      David Saltzman, CFP, CIMA, CRPC
      8000 Avalon Blvd,Alpharetta,GA,30009
    • Christopher Guthrie Profile Photo 2024

      Christopher Guthrie, CRPC

      Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

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      Chris is a native of Atlanta, and a Senior Wealth Strategy Associate with the Saltzman Wealth Management Group. Chris has nearly 20 years of experience, and his goal is to help guide clients through their most important financial decisions. Chris has obtained his Series 7, 66, 31 (managed futures), and is a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor. Chris has been married to his wife, Dawn, since 1997. He is the father of two daughters, Alyssa and Jenna, and one son, Kyle. In his free time, he enjoys bowling, golf, softball, fishing, and spending time with his family..

          • Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor
          8000 Avalon Blvd
          Alpharetta, GA 30004
          chris.guthrie@ubs.com
          Christopher Guthrie, CRPC
          8000 Avalon Blvd,Alpharetta,GA,30004
        • Lee Friedman 2024

          Lee Friedman, CFP

          Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

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            Lee has over fifteen years of experience in the financial services industry. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, Lee utilizes comprehensive financial planning to help individuals and families realize their goals, while aiming to protect against any "blind spots" they may not see coming. His ability to maintain long-term relationships is a result of constant communication and trust. Lee graduated from the Goizueta Business School at Emory University with degrees in Finance and Organization & Management. An avid tennis player, Lee was a captain of Emory's national championship tennis team, and is also a AA1 ALTA City Champion. Lee and his wife Christine have two boys, and just welcomed a girl, in November of 2024. His California insurance license is 0F30916.

            • Barron’s Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams, 2025The Barron's rating is awarded annually in May based on information from the prior year Q4.
            • Forbes Top Next-Gen (Generation) Wealth Advisors Best-in-State, 2022, 2023, 2024The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in August based on information from a 12 month period ending in March of the award year.

            • Goizueta Business School at Emory University, Finance and Organization & Management
            • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®
            8000 Avalon Blvd
            Alpharetta, GA 30004
            lee.friedman@ubs.com
            Lee Friedman, CFP
            8000 Avalon Blvd,Alpharetta,GA,30004
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            John Coleman, CFP®

            First Vice President–Wealth Management

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            John has been a Financial Advisor for 35 years. John earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) designation in 2006, and was the manager of the Merrill Lynch office in Jupiter Florida prior to moving over to the UBS office to become the Branch Office Manager. John earned his Bachelor's Degree in Economics from the University of Florida in 1981. He is a Florida native and a former Professional Rodeo Cowboy. John served on the board of Carpenter's Way Ranch, a home for abused and abandoned boys for 14 years. He lives in Alpharetta with his wife of 41 years. John and Shea have 3 married sons and 6 grandchildren. 

              • University of Florida, Bachelor's Degree in Economics
              • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®
              8000 Avalon Blvd
              Alpharetta, GA 30004
              john.coleman@ubs.com
              John Coleman, CFP®
              8000 Avalon Blvd,Alpharetta,GA,30004
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              Monica Rosignoli Blalock

              Client Associate

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                Monica is a client service associate (CSA) with Saltzman Wealth Management Group. She has over 30 years experience in the financial industry and her goal is to make sure that all of our clients' needs are taken care of efficiently and effectively. Monica is married to her husband Phil and they have 2 daughters. In her spare time Monica enjoys photography, scrapbooking and spending time with her family.

                      8000 Avalon Blvd
                      Alpharetta, GA 30004
                      monica.blalock@ubs.com
                      Monica Rosignoli Blalock
                      8000 Avalon Blvd,Alpharetta,GA,30004
                    • Maddy Sosebee

                      Madeleine "Maddy" Sosebee

                      Client Associate

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                        Maddy is a Client Service Associate (CSA) with The Saltzman Wealth Management Group. She graduated from Brenau University in 2014 and has four years of financial experience. Her top priority is to ensure all of our clients' needs are handled efficiently and effectively. Maddy is a Georgia native and she lives in Ball Ground with her husband, Brian, and their three Beagles. In her spare time she enjoys bowling, golf, and fine arts.

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                            8000 Avalon Blvd
                            Alpharetta, GA 30004
                            madeleine.sosebee@ubs.com
                            Madeleine "Maddy" Sosebee
                            8000 Avalon Blvd,Alpharetta,GA,30004
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                            Brett Blackwelder

                            Wealth Strategy Associate

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                            Brett is a native of Pensacola, Florida and a Wealth Strategy Associate. Brett has over 8 years of experience in the financial services industry, and started his career at Gulf Winds Credit Union. He has obtained his Series 7, 66, and is a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™. His priority is to assist clients leading up to and through retirement. He especially enjoys helping with anything related to asset management and estate planning. In his free time, he enjoys golfing, traveling, and snowboarding.

                                  8000 Avalon Blvd
                                  Alpharetta, GA 30004
                                  brett.blackwelder@ubs.com
                                  Brett Blackwelder
                                  8000 Avalon Blvd,Alpharetta,GA,30004

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