Experience

Makes all the difference

Employing a comprehensive, yet focused, approach to your financial situation, we can provide customized investment strategies designed to help you pursue your individual needs and goals. We view this as an in-depth approach to your investment and financial life – taking into account your total asset and liability needs.

J. Thomas "Tom" Smith

Managing Director–Wealth Management

Tom has been with our firm for more than 40 years. He provides his clients with wealth management solutions that are tailored to fit their individual needs and focuses on stocks, bonds, mutual funds, insurance and managed money. In his years at the Firm, Tom has been a Financial Advisor as well as a Branch Manager. He holds Insurance and Commodities and Futures licenses and is also a Registered Option Principal. Tom graduated with a BS degree from the University of Florida and also performed graduate work at NYU in finance and economics. CA Insurance License OA10494

Registered States:
  • AL
  • AR
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DC
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • IL
  • IN
  • KS
  • MA
  • MD
  • ME
  • MI
  • NC
  • NJ
  • NM
  • NV
  • NY
  • OH
  • OK
  • OR
  • PA
  • RI
  • SC
  • TN
  • TX
  • VA
  • WI

Recognized as an industry leader:

  • Barron's Top 1,000 Financial Advisors, 2010, 2011, 2013The Barron's rating is awarded annually in March and is based on information from the prior year Q3. 
  • Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
    The Barron's rating is awarded annually in March and is based on information from the prior year Q3. 
  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024The 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.

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

  • University of Florida, BS
3801 PGA Boulevard
10th Floor
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

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Kyle Smith, CFP

Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

Financial Advisor

Kyle has more than 20 years of experience in the financial services industry fifteen of them with our firm. Prior to UBS, he worked at Robinson-Humphrey, formerly part of Citigroup Inc., as an investment banking analyst. Kyle provides his clients a wide array of wealth management analysis and asset allocation, estate and retirement planning, corporate cash management and lending. In addition to being a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, Kyle is a UBS Wealth Advisor and holds his FINRA Series 7, 63 and 65 designations. He also holds Life Insurance and Commodities and Futures licenses. CA Insurance License 0193372

Registered States:
  • AL
  • AR
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DC
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • IL
  • IN
  • KS
  • MA
  • MD
  • ME
  • MI
  • NC
  • NJ
  • NM
  • NV
  • NY
  • OH
  • OK
  • OR
  • PA
  • RI
  • SC
  • TN
  • TX
  • VA
  • WI

Credentials

  • Wealth Advisor
  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
3801 PGA Boulevard
10th Floor
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

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Daniel Allen

First Vice President–Wealth Management

Financial Advisor

Dan Allen is a seasoned wealth management expert with 25 years of experience helping high-net-worth individuals and families secure their financial future. As a member of the Smith Group with UBS, Dan is fully equipped to provide expert guidance and advice to a diverse range of clients, from professional athletes to a general wealthy audience. 

Dan founded Elite Athlete Wealth Consultants with a strong passion for addressing financial liabilities that often challenge pro athletes.  As a former collegiate athlete, Dan understands the unique financial needs and challenges of this community and is committed to helping them make informed financial decisions.  His holistic approach goes beyond wealth management to address overall financial health, and particularly shines when helping business owners strategically plan for the future.

Dan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from West Virginia Wesleyan College, where he received a Presidential and baseball scholarship.  Dan has a wealth of financial industry knowledge and credentials, including CEPA (Certified Exit Planning Advisor), Series 7, 63, and 65 registrations, and Life Insurance and Long-Term Care licensure.

Whether you're a business owner, professional athlete or simply looking for sound financial advice, Dan Allen and the Smith Group are here to help you achieve your goals and secure a stable financial future.

Registered States:
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DC
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • IL
  • KS
  • MA
  • MD
  • ME
  • MI
  • NC
  • NJ
  • NM
  • NV
  • NY
  • OH
  • PA
  • SC
  • TN
  • TX
  • VA
  • WV

Education

  • West Virginia Wesleyan College , BS in Psychology

Credentials

  • Certified Exit Planning Advisor

Our advice is comprehensive. We help diverse clients in a broad range of areas, including:

Financial planning
Retirement planning
Estate planning strategies
Exit planning
Custom portfolios
Professional athletes
Professional entertainers
3801 PGA Boulevard
Suite 1000
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

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Kyle Kern

Financial Advisor

Kyle Kern is a dedicated financial advisor with a passion for helping individuals and families achieve their financial goals. Holding licenses for the Series 7, 66 and Health and Life insurance, Kyle possesses a well-rounded skill set to provide comprehensive financial guidance. After earning his bachelor’s degree from Florida Atlantic University, Kyle entered the financial service industry at the UBS Wealth Advice Center and quickly established himself as a trustworthy advisor. Kyle’s expertise lies in assisting clients with investment planning, retirement strategies, and insurance needs.

Registered States:
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • DC
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • MA
  • MD
  • MI
  • NC
  • NJ
  • NM
  • NV
  • NY
  • PA
  • SC
  • TN
  • TX
  • VA
3801 PGA Boulevard
10th Floor
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

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Kelly Oberg

Team Administrator

Kelly has more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry and has been with our firm for 25 years. Prior to joining UBS, she worked for E.F. Hutton. Kelly focuses primarily on retirement planning services as well as lending, insurance and estate planning strategies. Kelly holds her FINRA Series 7 and Series 66 designations as well as the Life, Health and Variable Insurance license. She lives in Palm Beach Gardens with her husband, John, and two children. In her spare time, Kelly enjoys traveling, fishing and skiing.

Registered States:
  • AL
  • AR
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DC
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • IL
  • IN
  • KS
  • MA
  • MD
  • MI
  • NC
  • NJ
  • NV
  • NY
  • OH
  • OK
  • OR
  • PA
  • RI
  • SC
  • TN
  • TX
  • VA
  • WA
  • WI
3801 PGA Boulevard
10th Floor
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

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Lauren Histon

Wealth Management Associate

Lauren began her career in the financial services industry in December 2007. Prior to joining UBS, she worked at Morgan Stanley and Merrill Lynch. Lauren assists the team with servicing, scheduling and implementing administrative and operational tasks. She uses her industry knowledge to help build and maintain strong client relationships. Lauren’s attention to detail and commitment to delivering the highest level of personal service to clients makes her an integral part of The Smith Wealth Management Group. Lauren holds her FINRA Series 7 and Series 66 designations as well as the Life, Health and Variable insurance license. Lauren enjoys being active outside, cooking, watching movies and spending time with family and friends.

Registered States:
  • AR
  • AZ
  • CA
  • FL
  • GA
  • IL
  • IN
  • MA
  • MD
  • MI
  • NC
  • NJ
  • NV
  • NY
  • OH
  • OK
  • OR
  • PA
  • SC
  • TX
  • VA
3801 PGA Boulevard
10th Floor
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

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