The right moves for your financial future

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.

A focus on personalized access and service

Working with diverse clients with specific needs, our team sees it as our top responsibility to understand each aspect of your unique and often complicated financial life.

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Advice for business owners & entrepreneurs

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Wealth transfer across generations

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Estate planning strategies

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Planning for a changing tax landscape

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Retirement planning

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The good news is, you’re succeeding

Business owners are a rare breed

Let our resources help you proceed with passion
You started your business with passion. We can help you bring that same drive to meeting challenges as you thrive and grow. Take advantage of strategic planning and tailored solutions throughout the lifecycle of your business, including life after ownership.

Business owners are a rare breed

You’re selling within the year

You’re selling within the year

You’re 3 years away from exiting

You’re 3 years away from exiting

You’re considering an exit in 5 years

You’re considering an exit in 5 years

  • Finalize your trust and estate strategies 
  • Work with us to interview and select the investment banker that works best for you
  • Finalize your exit plan and focus on getting the best deal for the sale
  • Coordinate with your investment banker to help create competitive tension among prospective buyers and meet potential acquirers, review offers and negotiate the sale
  • As needed, prepare employees and managers for the transition
  • Think about what’s next for you and your future, after the sale
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  • Refine your trust and estate strategies with your tax and legal advisors to take advantage of strategies that may increase future net proceeds from a sale*
  • Begin conducting an analysis of likely buyer interest and sector outlook, trends and business cycles to help identify the right timing of the sale
  • Build the right pre-sale advisory team, including an investment banker, attorney and CPA
  • Explore gift and estate strategies to help maximize net proceeds from a sale

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  • Discuss trust and estate strategies and tax and legal advisors to take advantage of strategies that may increase future net proceeds from a sale*
  • Fine-tune your business model to be most appealing to a buyer
  • Make sure business documentation and financial statements are in order
  • Put together a team to prepare the business and optimize value
  • Strengthen your management team
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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.

  • Scott Ventoza

    Scott Ventoza

    Managing Director–Wealth Management

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    Scott Ventoza is a Managing Director at UBS Wealth Management and as the senior portfolio manager and lead wealth advisor drives the team's investment philosophy and strategy. Scott joined UBS in 2009 after 15 years with Merrill Lynch. His prior experience includes time as a senior credit analyst and sales and operations manager. Scott earned a BBS from the University of Washington, with a concentration in business administration and finance. He also holds two advanced degrees from the University of Phoenix; an MBA with an emphasis in financial planning, and a Masters in Technology Management. Scott is a Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®), an accreditation from the Wharton School, and a Certified Financial Manager (CFM), a designation from the College for Financial Planning. Scott lives in Seattle with his wife and son, where he remains an active coach and mentor with UW Foster School of Business and spends time with several nonprofit organizations including the Fulcrum Capital Campaign and the Archbishop Capital Campaign. He is also an avid cyclist and a USAT tri-athlete.

    CA Insurance License #0D06909

    • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 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.

    • University of Washington, BBS, Business Administration and Finance
    • University of Phoenix, MBA, Financial Planning
    • Certified Investment Management Analyst
    925 Fourth Avenue
    31st and 32nd Floors
    Seattle, WA 98104
    scott.ventoza@ubs.com
    Scott Ventoza
    925 Fourth Avenue,Seattle,WA,98104
  • Jon McMillan

    Jon McMillan

    Executive Director

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    Jon McMillan joined UBS in 2009 after spending nine years with Merrill Lynch. He is a graduate of Western Washington University with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor SM (CRPC®) designation from the College for Financial Planning. At UBS, Jon's focus is on economic & market analysis, liability management, investment management, and financial planning.  Jon enjoys travelling with his family, outdoor activities and, is a longtime Seahawks season ticket holder.  He's also eagerly awaiting the return of the Seattle Supersonics! Jon lives in West Seattle with his wife and daughter.

    CA Insurance License #0L38629

      • Western Washington University, BA, Economics
      • Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor
      925 Fourth Avenue
      31st and 32nd Floors
      Seattle, WA 98104
      jon.mcmillan@ubs.com
      Jon McMillan
      925 Fourth Avenue,Seattle,WA,98104
    • Kevin P. Young

      Kevin P. Young

      Managing Director–Wealth Management

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      Kevin joined UBS in 2009 after spending 7 years with Merrill Lynch. Prior to this, Kevin was a Principal with Howard Johnson & Company, a premier national employee benefits consulting firm where he was responsible for business development, retirement consulting, relationship management, financial management and service delivery. Kevin has a BA in Mathematics from Whitman College and a Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist designation from the College for Financial Planning. He has published articles and presented at national conferences on retirement plan design, effectiveness and trends.

      • 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.

      • Whitman College, BA, Mathematics
      • Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist
      925 Fourth Avenue
      31st and 32nd Floors
      Seattle, WA 98104
      kevin.p.young@ubs.com
      Kevin P. Young
      925 Fourth Avenue,Seattle,WA,98104
    • Tiffani

      Tiffani Lee-Kumabe, CFP®, CPWA®, CEPA®

      First Vice President–Wealth Management

      Financial Advisor

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      With her long list of credentials and designations, Tiffani provides her clients with comprehensive financial planning strategies – asset preservation, retirement, estate planning, education, and tax mitigation. 

      Tiffani has spent her entire career in the financial industry. She started as an intern with Smith Barney (now Morgan Stanley), which she joined upon graduation. Several years later, she decided to build her knowledge and credentials at the local hedge fund Glacier Peak Capital, where she was Operations and Compliance Manager. She re-joined Morgan Stanley in 2013 as a financial advisor and in September of 2022 moved to UBS in Seattle.

      Tiffani earned a BA from the University of Washington with a concentration in Communications and Political Science. Her CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® TM designation reflects hundreds of hours of classroom study and ongoing testing, while her other credentials reflect her focus on working with business executives, entrepreneurs, and families.

      Tiffani is a native to the Pacific Northwest (born and raised in Portland, OR). She lives in north Seattle, with her daughter, son and husband, a patent attorney specializing in technology. Tiffani is a member of the Seattle Bond Club, an association of seasoned leaders in the Seattle investment community. She is committed to her community and serves with a variety of non-profit organizations. In her free time, she is an avid foodie, amateur power boater, and world traveler.

            925 Fourth Avenue
            31st and 32nd Floors
            Seattle, WA 98104
            tiffani.lee@ubs.com
            Tiffani Lee-Kumabe, CFP®, CPWA®, CEPA®
            925 Fourth Avenue,Seattle,WA,98104
          • Ella Apalisok

            Ella Apalisok

            Team Administrator

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            Ella Apalisok joined the financial industry in 2004. She graduated from Smith College with BA degrees in economics and Spanish, magna cum laude, and holds Series 7 and 66 Securities licenses, and life, health and long term care insurance licenses. She is dedicated to providing exceptional client service and assists with operational and client relationship management services. Ella lives in Magnolia with her husband, and enjoys travelling, cooking, and spending time with her dog Olive.

              • Smith College, BA, Economics and Spanish, magna cum laude
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                31st and 32nd Floors
                Seattle, WA 98104
                ella.apalisok@ubs.com
                Ella Apalisok
                925 Fourth Avenue,Seattle,WA,98104
              • Kalvin Ventoza

                Kalvin Ventoza

                Client Associate

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                  Kalvin Ventoza graduated with a BA degree in Economy and Industry from the University of Arizona. He has previous work experience at Nordstrom and Amazon. Kalvin is dedicated to assisting with client service and managing team marketing efforts. Kalvin lives in Seattle and in his free time enjoys the gym, fashion, cars and animals.

                    • University of Arizona, BA, Economy and Industry
                      925 Fourth Avenue
                      31st and 32nd Floors
                      Seattle, WA 98104
                      kalvin.ventoza@ubs.com
                      Kalvin Ventoza
                      925 Fourth Avenue,Seattle,WA,98104
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                      Kendal Young

                      Client Associate

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                            kendal.young@ubs.com
                            Kendal Young
                            925 Fourth Avenue,Seattle,WA,98104
                          • Lori

                            Lori Aest

                            Client Associate

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                              Lori Aest joined UBS after spending 4 years with Ameriprise as a Marketing and Operations Director and Client Service Specialist. Prior to this, Lori was the Director of Operations for a private investment firm where she was responsible for branch management, compliance, and client service. Lori has worked in financial services since 1997 and has a diverse background across the industry. She is committed to providing extraordinary client service and supporting our team efforts in every possible way. Lori lives in Gig Harbor with her husband and daughter, and in her free time, enjoys yoga, cooking, boating, and travelling.

                                    925 Fourth Avenue
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                                    lori.aest@ubs.com
                                    Lori Aest
                                    925 Fourth Avenue,Seattle,WA,98104
                                  • Hailey J

                                    Hailey Jorgensen

                                    Registered Client Associate

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                                    Hailey was born and raised in Redmond (WA), she obtained her undergraduate degree at University of Montana and lived in Montana and Oregon for a few years before moving back to Seattle in 2017. She loves being outside hiking, backpacking and mountain biking. In her free time she is usually baking or hopping around town with her dog. 

                                          925 Fourth Avenue
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                                          hailey.jorgensen@ubs.com
                                          Hailey Jorgensen
                                          925 Fourth Avenue,Seattle,WA,98104
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                                          Braden Young

                                          Client Associate

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                                          Braden joined UBS in 2024 and plays a key role in supporting financial planning and managing day-to-day operations. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Social Science from the University of Washington and holds Series 7, 66, and Washington State insurance licenses.

                                          Outside of work, Braden enjoys traveling, staying active through fitness and sports, spending time outdoors, and discovering new restaurants.

                                                925 Fourth Avenue
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                                                braden.young@ubs.com
                                                Braden Young
                                                925 Fourth Avenue,Seattle,WA,98104

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                                              $6.9 trn

                                              UBS Group invested assets
                                              As of 10/29/2025

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                                              UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager

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