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Private Wealth Management

It's never been more important to access resources and opportunities where you are, but also globally as well. As our client, you are supported by the powerful platforms and solutions of one of the world's leading wealth managers. You can be confident that we provide you with perspective that reaches across continents.

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Private Wealth Management

As a team within the exclusive Private Wealth Management division at UBS, we connect you to the dynamic presence of one of the world‘s leading wealth managers. Private Wealth Advisors serve many of the firm‘s largest relationships, providing extensive reach and the distinct advantage of the firm‘s global perspective, insights and resources.

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Maximize your potential wealth

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Empower your investments

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Creating a legacy for your family’s future

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Navigating opportunities across your enterprise

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Estate planning strategies

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Are you ready for anything?

Liquidity

Liquidity

Provide cash flow for short-term expenses - to help maintain your lifestyle

Longevity

Longevity

For longer-term needs - to help improve your lifestyle

Legacy

Legacy

For needs that go beyond your own - to help improve the lives of others

Provide cash flow for short-term expenses - to help maintain your lifestyle

  • Entertainment and travel
  • Taxes
  • Purchasing a home

For longer-term needs - to help improve your lifestyle

  • Retirement
  • Healthcare and long-term care expenses
  • Purchasing a second home

For needs that go beyond your own - to help improve the lives of others

  • Giving to family
  • Philanthropy
  • Wealth transfer over generations

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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    David Forrest

    Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

    Financial Advisor

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    • CA
    • CO
    • CT
    • FL
    • GA
    • MA
    • MD
    • MT
    • NY
    • OH
    • TX

    We have a global perspective like our clients.
    Investments: We construct portfolios that may include individual security positions, ETFs, multiple-currencies, commodities, precious metals, hedge funds, private equity, private placements, REITs, and customized quantitatively driven structured investments.

    Liabilities: On the liability side of the balance sheet, we provide USD security
    backed loans and non-recourse liquidity through UBS strategic equity solutions.
    Multi-currency exposure is delivered through UBS US Private Bank credit lines.

    Domicile: For US investors who want global exposure we are able to domicile assets in the US and Switzerland with UBS Swiss Financial Advisors who cater exclusively to the needs of US investors looking to diversify their assets outside the US.

    David Forrest Background:
    Financial Services: Prior to UBS David spent 20yrs with Merrill Lynch. David focused on managing client investments, liabilities, also hedging & monetizing concentrated positions primarily for real estate investors.

    Commercial Real Estate: David has 15 yrs experience in the commercial real estate business. He held multiple investment management and development roles with Lowe Enterprises, Brookfield and Oxford Properties.

    Education:
    Masters Degree from University of Colorado
    Bachelor of Science Degree from University of Virginia

      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

      • University of Virginia, Bachelor of Science Degree
      • University of Colorado, Masters Degree
        888 San Clemente Drive
        Suite 300
        Newport Beach, CA 92660
        david.forrest@ubs.com
        David Forrest
        888 San Clemente Drive,Newport Beach,CA,92660
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        Roberta Leah Holley Forrest

        Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

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        • CA
        • CO
        • NY

        Leah Forrest Background:
        Leah Forrest's experience as a financial consultant combined with her background in law and senior corporate management, bring a unique combination of professional skills and perspectives to her ability to assist clients.

        Leah has been a Senior Wealth Strategist with UBS since 2014. Prior to joining UBS, she was a financial advisor at Merrill Lynch for over 10 years. As a financial consultant, branch manager and annuity specialist with Edward Jones Investments in her early career, Leah was the recipient of numerous firm rewards.

        Leah received her BA from Wesleyan University, her MA from the School of Visual Arts in New York and her Doctorate from the University of Southern California, Gould Scholl of Law. She is Series 7, 31, 63, 66 securities licensed.

        She and her husband live in Rancho Santa Fe, CA.

          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

          • University of Southern California, Gould School of Law, JD
          • New York School of Visual Arts, MA
          • Wesleyan University in Middletown, CT, Bachelor's degree
            888 San Clemente Drive
            Suite 300
            Newport Beach, CA 92660
            leah.forrest@ubs.com
            Roberta Leah Holley Forrest
            888 San Clemente Drive,Newport Beach,CA,92660
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            Joseph Stephens

            Registered Client Associate

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            • CA
            • CO
            • FL
            • GA
            • MT
            • NY
            • TX

            The focus of our relationship
            Often the first voice that a client hears, Joseph delivers a high level of client service as an integral aspect of his everyday routine.

            As a Registered Client Service Associate (CSA), he consistently caters to sophisticated client's needs, while evaluating the necessary steps to take to complete their requests in a timely fashion. Client operations encompass all the "little things" and the big things that are necessary to accomplish the team’s daily business.

            Joseph oversees team operations, investment management, transactions, financial planning, and client service. With a passion for problem-solving and helping clients reach their financial goals, He brings a client-centric approach to his work. Joseph is committed to delivering the highest level of personal service.

            Joseph Stephen’s Background:

            • Joseph joined UBS in 2016. He interned at UBS, as well as Merrill Lynch.
            • Joseph earned his B.S. in Economics from Santa Clara University in 2014
            • He holds his Series 7 and Series 66 licenses

            Outside of the office, Joseph enjoys traveling, exploring local foods, and attending live music.

            He brings enthusiasm and zest for life to his client interactions, aiming to build strong, trusting relationships.

             

              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

                  888 San Clemente Drive
                  Suite 300
                  Newport Beach, CA 92660
                  joseph-m.stephens@ubs.com
                  Joseph Stephens
                  888 San Clemente Drive,Newport Beach,CA,92660

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