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Dedicated. Passionate. Accountable. That’s how our clients describe us.

Each day, those words inspire us to deliver the advice they need to pursue important goals and simplify their complex financial world. We believe our diverse experience—in planning, investing and corporate retirement services—provides all of our clients with a strategic approach to achieving financial well-being. More important, it provides them with nimble financial advocates who act quickly and methodically on their behalf as life events, markets or business conditions demand.

We strive to stay true to our word and do what we say we’re going to do. It’s a simple philosophy, but in business, it’s often easier said than done. Our clients deserve and receive nothing less.

- Allen Saunders

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.

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    Allen Saunders

    Managing Director–Wealth Management

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    Allen is a trusted advisor to a select group of families, family offices, and foundations. He is passionate about helping clients navigate life decisions, advising business leaders and owners, and improving the lives of others through philanthropic efforts. Allen and his team develop meaningful and lifelong relationships with their clients while focusing on prudent and goal-based investment management, detailed financial and estate planning, and focused charitable giving and impact investment. Additionally, Allen provides retirement plan consulting services to a number of businesses and non-profits. His experience and dedication to working with this multi-dimensional client base has proven to be a great advantage during complex times, both in global financial markets and in his clients' lives.

    Allen currently resides in Cold Spring Harbor, NY with his wife and children. He enjoys spending time with his family and supports a number of local charitable foundations.

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    • Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors, 2017, 2019, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
      The Barron's rating is awarded annually in March and is based on information from the prior year Q3. 
    • Forbes America's Top Wealth Advisors, 2021The 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 Advisors, 2019, 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, 2024The 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.
    • NAPA Top DC Advisor Teams, 2022, 2024The NAPA rating is awarded annually in March based on information from December of the prior year.
    • On Wall Street – Top 40 Advisors Under 40, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015The Financial Planning rating is awarded annually in Q1 based on information from a 12 month period ending in September of the prior year.
    • PLANADVISER Top Retirement Plan Advisers, 2025The PLANADVISOR rating is awarded in Q1 based on information from Q1 of the award year.

      • Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist℠
      • Senior Portfolio Manager
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      1285 Avenue Of The Americas
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      allen.saunders@ubs.com
      Allen Saunders
      1285 Avenue Of The Americas,New York,NY,10019
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      Matt Galvin, CFP®

      Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

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      As a Senior Wealth Strategy Associate, Matt is primarily responsible for the management of investment and business operations of The Saunders Investment Group. On a daily basis, he is dedicated to providing the highest quality investment and financial planning advice to clients. He structures customized portfolios and partners with estate attorneys and tax professionals to develop tailored estate and tax planning strategies. 

      Prior to joining The Saunders Investment Group, Matt was selected to join UBS as part of the firm's Graduate Training Program and later served as the business analyst for the Chief Operating Officer of UBS Group Americas and Wealth Management Americas. In 2014, he transferred to the UBS office in San Francisco where he was responsible for supporting the investment and business operations of a Private Wealth Management team. Most recently, Matt returned to NYC and worked for Private Wealth Management teams and the Chief Operating Office.

      Matt is a graduate of Tufts University with a B.A. in Economics. During his time at Tufts, Matt was a member and captain of the men’s basketball team. He is Series 3, 7, and 66 licensed and has a New York State life and health insurance license. Matt is also a member of the Estate Planning Council of New York City. He resides in Manhattan with his wife, Brianne.

        • Tufts University, B.A. in Economics
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        1285 Avenue Of The Americas
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        Matt Galvin, CFP®
        1285 Avenue Of The Americas,New York,NY,10019
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        Andrew Greenspan

        Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

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        Andrew is primarily responsible for providing comprehensive consulting services for the team's institutional retirement plan clients. As a Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS®), Andrew specializes in developing and implementing customized retirement plan solutions for a variety of non-profits, foundations, and corporations. In addition, Andrew specializes in educating plan participants to help them get ready for retirement and enhance their overall financial wellness.

        Andrew holds the Series 7 and 66 securities licenses. He is a graduate of the University at Buffalo with a Bachelor's of Science in Finance and currently resides in New York City

          • University at Buffalo, B.S. in Finance
          • Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist℠
          1285 Avenue Of The Americas
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          Andrew Greenspan
          1285 Avenue Of The Americas,New York,NY,10019
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          Ross Ramsey

          Wealth Strategy Associate

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          As a Wealth Strategy Associate, Ross is responsible for investment research and providing operational support for the team. Prior to joining The Saunders Investment Group, Ross worked for UBS in Pittsburgh, PA, where he was an associate on a wealth management team serving high-net worth clients.

          Ross is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a B.S. in Finance. He also holds the Series 7 and 66 security licenses as well as a New York State life and health insurance license. A resident of Manhattan, Ross enjoys exercising and cooking in his free time. He is also an avid fan of University of Pittsburgh football and other Pittsburgh sports teams.

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              Ross Ramsey
              1285 Avenue Of The Americas,New York,NY,10019
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              Ellen Wu

              Senior Registered Client Associate

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              As a Senior Registered Client Service Associate, Ellen provides administrative and operational support to the team. Providing an exceptional experience for all clients is her top priority. On a daily basis, she is responsible for coordinating client requests including asset transfers, overseeing the team's cash management strategies and managing lending services.

              Ellen has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, specializing in fixed income products. Prior to joining UBS, Ellen worked at Glen Rauch Securities and held positions in fixed income sales and operations.  She also spent a portion of her career working at Webster Management, a subsidiary of Kidder Peabody. 

              Ellen is a graduate of Rutgers College with a B.A. in Economics and holds the Series 4, 7, 63, and 66 securities licenses. She currently resides in Fair Lawn, NJ. During her free time, Ellen enjoys traveling, Broadway theater, and rooting for the home teams.

                • Rutgers College, B.A. in Economics
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                  ellen.wu@ubs.com
                  Ellen Wu
                  1285 Avenue Of The Americas,New York,NY,10019
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                  Preston Ragonese

                  Authorized Officer

                  Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

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                  Preston's primary focus is overseeing investment strategies and portfolio management.

                  Before joining The Saunders Investment Group, Preston was selected to participate in the firm’s Graduate Training Program and subsequently served as a client advisor within UBS Wealth Management Americas. Preston graduated from Stevens Institute of Technology with a B.E. and M.E. in Chemical Engineering and Engineering Management.

                  Preston is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) and holds his Series 7 and 66 licenses. He currently resides in Hoboken, NJ.

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                    Preston Ragonese
                    1285 Avenue Of The Americas,New York,NY,10019

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