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Private Wealth Management

At the Ventus Group, we think strategically about you and your family. With advisors located in Troy, MI and Louisville, KY, we help simplify your financial life by offering holistic advisory services that include specialized private wealth planning, legacy planning, business transition, life changes such as divorce, and other wealth transfer strategies.  Our rigorous and disciplined wealth management process allows us to be constantly focused on your priorities and actively engage in the markets.

Gasper, Switow, Hall Locations

Our clients

You may face financial and legal hurdles when starting a business or new career. Or personally during a separation, divorce or loss of a loved one. 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.

A Year Ahead 2025

Defining your priorities. Pursuing what matters.

Our experience and structured planning process drives a comprehensive financial plan and customized investment strategies. Depending on where you are in your life and the priorities that matter most, our planning conversations may focus on liquidity management, your cash flow needs, asset replacement solutions such as insurance, estate planning strategies, or tax and legal structures such as trusts and philanthropic vehicles.

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Advice for business owners & entrepreneurs

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Business transition & succession planning

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Wealth transfer across generations

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A plan to simplify your financial life

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From success to succession

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Investments and finances under one roof

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Estate planning strategies

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Philanthropy

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.

  • Brett M Gasper

    Brett M. Gasper, CFP, CPWA

    Managing Director–Wealth Management

    Private Wealth Advisor

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    Brett is a 20-year veteran of UBS, a Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®) and Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) practitioner. He connects all the moving parts of clients’ financial lives striving to make clients’ complex financial lives simpler.

    Brett earned his B.A. in finance from Michigan State University. He and his wife, Sarah, have two children, Russell and Caitlin.

    • 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, 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.
    • 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.

    • Michigan State University
    • Private Wealth Advisor
    • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®
    • Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®)
    2301 West Big Beaver Road
    Somerset Place Office Building
    Troy, MI 48084
    brett.gasper@ubs.com
    Brett M. Gasper, CFP, CPWA
    2301 West Big Beaver Road,Troy,MI,48084
  • David Gasper

    David Gasper, CFP, CIMA

    Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

    Private Wealth Advisor

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    David has been an advisor with UBS for over 15 years, and in the investment industry for more than 20. He empowers his clients through active listening and financial education. He is a graduate of The Kelley School of Business at Indiana University, holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst® designation and is a Certified Financial Planner™.

    Outside of UBS, David sits on the board of directors for The Midnight Golf Program. He and his wife, Courtney, have three children, Lucy, Brady and Owen.

    • Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen (Generation) Wealth Advisors, 2017, 2018The 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.
    • 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, 2018, 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.
    • 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.
    • Forbes Top Next-Gen (Generation) Wealth Advisors Best-in-State, 2018, 2019The 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.
    • UBS Wealth Management President’s Council, 2024UBS Financial Services Inc. Councils are a distinction held by UBS Financial Advisors based on criteria including evaluation of compliance with firm rules, standards & policies and revenue. Council membership is not representative of any one client's experience and is not indicative of the advisor’s future performance.

    • Indiana University - Bloomington, Kelly School of Business
    • Private Wealth Advisor
    • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®
    • Certified Investment Management Analyst®
    2301 West Big Beaver Road
    Somerset Place Office Building
    Troy, MI 48084
    david.gasper@ubs.com
    David Gasper, CFP, CIMA
    2301 West Big Beaver Road,Troy,MI,48084
  • Mark Switow

    Mark Switow

    Managing Director–Wealth Management

    Private Wealth Advisor

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    Mark recently celebrated his 40th anniversary in the industry. Over the years he has earned a rock-solid reputation among affluent families as a person of compassion, integrity and discretion – a man who cares deeply about family and giving back. Mark began his career in the fall of 1983 at Merrill Lynch. In June of 1989 Mark made his one and only firm change moving to J.C Bradford & Company and quickly ascended to partner status. In 2000 Bradford was sold to Paine Webber which subsequently sold to UBS in 2000. Yes, the names changed but Mark’s distinguished service at this firm have been a mainstay. 

    In addition to his established Private Wealth practice throughout the Midwest, Mark is also passionate about his role as a family man and community service advocate. From 1996-2012 he served on the board of trustees for Louisville Jewish Hospital as well as Chair of the Investment and Finance Committees. Mark was instrumental in the sale of the hospital and became a founding member of The Jewish Heritage Foundation. His 12-year board tenure was completed in June 2024. While on the Board he served as Investment Chairman and was a member of the Executive Committee. In recent years Mark has served on the University of Kentucky School of Arts & Sciences Advisory Board. Finally, from 2013-2021 Mark served as a mentor with American Corporate Partners (ACP), a national nonprofit dedicated to helping service members transition from the military to careers in the private sector.

    Mark & Tammy have been married since 1989 and are both proud parents of Ryan, Sam & Katie as well as grandparents of Lucas & Harrison, their twin grandsons.

    • Barron's Top 1,000 Financial Advisors, 2009, 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, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2021, 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 Management Teams (Private Wealth & High-Net Worth), 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, 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.
    • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 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.

      • Private Wealth Advisor
      500 N Hurstbourne Pkwy
      Suite 300
      Louisville, KY 40222
      mark.switow@ubs.com
      Mark Switow
      500 N Hurstbourne Pkwy,Louisville,KY,40222
    • Ryan Hall

      Ryan Hall

      Vice President–Wealth Management

      Private Wealth Advisor

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      Ryan has been with the Switow Hall Group since 2013. In that time, he has become engrained in the practice leading the planning efforts for all clients as well as handling roles in portfolio management, business development, Alternative Investment analysis, and next generation inclusion. Ryan was raised by Mark since he was 4 years old.

      Ryan is an active member in the community having served as Treasurer on the Advisory Board for the Legacy Foundation of Kentucky, formerly Jewish Hospital Foundation, for the last 10 years. He is also an avid golfer and college basketball enthusiast.

      Born and raised in Louisville Ryan is a graduate of the Kentucky Country Day School and the University of Louisville College of Business.  Ryan, his wife Krissy, and his twin boys Lucas and Harrison live in Floyd County Indiana and enjoy spending time outdoors with their two giant Alaskan Malamutes.

      • Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen (Generation) Wealth Advisors, 2017The 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.

      • University of Louisville
      • Private Wealth Advisor
      • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®
      500 N Hurstbourne Pkwy
      Suite 300
      Louisville, KY 40222
      r.hall@ubs.com
      Ryan Hall
      500 N Hurstbourne Pkwy,Louisville,KY,40222
    • Angela Lanning

      Angela Lanning

      Associate Director

      Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

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      Angie began her career in 1997 at J.C. Bradford in operations. Her interest in sales prompted her to explore that area of the business and find a mentor. Within six months, she was promoted to Sales Assistant and began studying for the Series 7. Once licensed, Angie joined Mark Switow’s team in 2001. Today, because of her outgoing personality and warm approach to relationship-building, she focuses her efforts on client retention for the team.

      Angie has two daughters and enjoys spending time with them and their fur babies, Millie, Daisy and Cleo. She has earned her FINRA Series 7 and 63 securities licenses as well as the Wealth Management Education Certificate. Angie attended Jefferson Community College and The University of Louisville.

        • Jefferson Community College
        • University of Louisville
          500 N Hurstbourne Pkwy
          Suite 300
          Louisville, KY 40222
          angie.lanning@ubs.com
          Angela Lanning
          500 N Hurstbourne Pkwy,Louisville,KY,40222
        • Kristina Lehman

          Kristina Lehman

          Associate Director

          Team Administrator

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          Kristina joined the team in 2006. She guides clients through the steps and processes necessary to incorporate the entire wealth management experience. As team administrator, Kristina touches all areas of our practice. Ensuring consistency behind the scenes allows us to deliver the high level of service our clients deserve.

          Kristina has a B.A. in finance from Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU). She and her husband, John, have two sons, Miles and Mason. Kristina enjoys helping with her sons’ sports leagues.

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              2301 West Big Beaver Road
              Somerset Place Office Building
              Troy, MI 48084
              kristina.lehman@ubs.com
              Kristina Lehman
              2301 West Big Beaver Road,Troy,MI,48084
            • Alan Gripshover

              Alan Gripshover

              Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

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              Alan was born and raised in the Northern Kentucky area before moving to Louisville for school. In 2016, he graduated from the University of Louisville earning Bachelors of Science in Finance.

              Alan started his career with Edward Jones Investments as a Financial Advisor in their Financial Advisor Career Development Program. The program consisted of 2 months of obtaining the Series 7 and 66 securities licenses followed by six months of comprehensive training in Scottsdale, AZ. In December Alan left the sunny golf courses of Arizona to work as an Advisor in his hometown. Although it was a great learning experience, he knew that he wanted to plant his roots here in Louisville. Alan now assists the team in financial planning for the Switow Hall group. He provides expertise in the following areas: retirement planning, cash flow analysis, insurance planning and multigenerational planning.

              In his spare time, he enjoys sports, exploring the city with his Labrador retriever, and quality time with family. Alan is excited to meet you as he continues his career at UBS Private Wealth.

                • University of Louisville
                  500 N Hurstbourne Pkwy
                  Suite 300
                  Louisville, KY 40222
                  alan.gripshover@ubs.com
                  Alan Gripshover
                  500 N Hurstbourne Pkwy,Louisville,KY,40222
                • Danielle James

                  Danielle James

                  Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

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                  Inspired by a comprehensive approach to wealth management, Danielle joined the team in 2016 bringing 10 years of wealth management experience. She primarily focuses on financial planning for our private wealth clients. Danielle received a B.S. in business administration and finance from the University of Detroit Mercy and an M.B.A. from Wayne State University. She has one son, Kaden.

                    • University of Detroit Mercy
                    • Wayne State University, M.B.A.
                    • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®
                    2301 West Big Beaver Road
                    Somerset Place Office Building
                    Troy, MI 48084
                    danielle.james@ubs.com
                    Danielle James
                    2301 West Big Beaver Road,Troy,MI,48084
                  • Darcy Andrews

                    Darcy Andrews

                    Senior Registered Client Associate

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                    Darcy joined the team in 2021 to enhance the client experience for our private wealth clients. Darcy brings 15 years of financial service experience in a variety of leadership positions. She is a proud alumna of Michigan State University, where she was a vocal performance major. Darcy and her husband, Devin, have two sons, Teddy and Charlie. Darcy enjoys photography as well as time with friends and family during her free time.

                      • Michigan State University
                        2301 West Big Beaver Road
                        Somerset Place Office Building
                        Troy, MI 48084
                        darcy.andrews@ubs.com
                        Darcy Andrews
                        2301 West Big Beaver Road,Troy,MI,48084
                      • Sabelle Millimono

                        Sabelle Millimono

                        Executive / Team Assistant

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                          Sabelle is a French citizen and global professional bringing her international experience as well as a fresh perspective to the Ventus Group. Sabelle started her career in 2000 after graduating from the University of Pantheon-Assas in Paris. She worked in corporate for Financial, Telecommunications, and Aeronautical industries in Paris, and Toulouse, France, and Casablanca, Morocco. She then moved to the United States in 2014, where she reinvented her professional life exploring Direct Sales, Home-education, and Life-Coaching.

                          As the Executive Team Assistant, Sabelle focuses on using her service-oriented personality to help the Executive Team provide excellent services to individual and multigenerational families in managing the many facets of their financial lives. Sabelle is a lifelong learner who is always enrolled in a new course to better understand, connect with, and serve the individuals in all spheres of her life. She has a passion for women and children's wellbeing. Sabelle will use every opportunity to share a book on the latest research for optimal wellness and well-being, personal, and professional fulfillment, and happiness overall.

                            • University of Pantheon-Assas
                              2301 West Big Beaver Road
                              Somerset Place Office Building
                              Troy, MI 48084
                              sabelle.millimono@ubs.com
                              Sabelle Millimono
                              2301 West Big Beaver Road,Troy,MI,48084
                            • Jax Goldberg

                              Jax Goldberg

                              Client Associate

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                                Born and raised in Louisville, Jax graduated from Saint Xavier High School in 2017 and obtained his undergraduate degree in Management at Birmingham, Alabama’s Samford University in 2021. Jax has now completed his Masters in Business program at the University of Louisville. Over the past two years,  Jax has served in Intern role for the Switow/Hall Group. Early in 2024 his hard work, work ethic and great attitude earned him a  promotion as a Client Service Associate. By year end Jax will study and sit for the various FINRA & SEC required accreditations.

                                In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with family, friends, sports as well as helping others all the while taking care of Apollo, his cat. Jax is excited to meet you as he furthers his career at UBS Private Wealth Management.

                                  • Samford University
                                    500 N Hurstbourne Pkwy
                                    Suite 300
                                    Louisville, KY 40222
                                    jax.goldberg@ubs.com
                                    Jax Goldberg
                                    500 N Hurstbourne Pkwy,Louisville,KY,40222
                                  • Kaitlin LaBarbera

                                    Kaitlin LaBarbera

                                    Client Associate

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                                            500 N Hurstbourne Pkwy
                                            Suite 300
                                            Louisville, KY 40222
                                            kaitlin.labarbera@ubs.com
                                            Kaitlin LaBarbera
                                            500 N Hurstbourne Pkwy,Louisville,KY,40222

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                                          At UBS Private Wealth Management, we believe it’s all about connection. For more than 160 years, we have connected our clients to thought leaders within our firm and throughout the world, and to like-minded peers who share their experiences. This network of experienced professionals and clients informs your thinking, fuels your ambitions and helps you invest for a better world.

                                          UBS Wealth Way

                                          Our framework is designed to help you turn your possibilities into a plan. It starts with questions and a conversation to uncover everything that's important to you—beyond your money and wealth. Then, we organize your financial life in a way that gives you confidence you’ll have what you need—when you need it.


                                          UBS Wealth Way is an approach incorporating Liquidity. Longevity. Legacy. strategies that UBS Financial Services Inc. and our Financial Advisors can use to assist clients in exploring and pursuing their wealth management needs and goals over different time frames. This approach is not a promise or guarantee that wealth, or any financial results, can or will be achieved. All investments involve the risk of loss, including the risk of loss of the entire investment. Time frames may vary. Strategies are subject to individual client goals, objectives and suitability.

                                          UBS Wealth Way

                                          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

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