$6.9 trn
UBS Group invested assets
As of 10/29/2025
Your legacy is about more than finances. It's about the values, people and causes you care about. So when it comes to legacy planning, we strive to understand what matters to you and how you hope to be remembered. With these insights, we can then work with you and your other professional advisors to structure a plan for leaving behind a legacy that lasts for generations.
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.
Shawn works with business owners, attorneys, and other high net worth investors to deliver best-in-class financial planning and advice. As a Financial Advisor, Shawn has earned the coveted designations of Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC®). He has been recognized by Forbes as a Best-In-State Advisor in 2022 & 2023.
Prior to joining UBS Financial Services Inc., Shawn was a partner at a prominent Chicago law firm specializing in securities law. A graduate of Northwestern University with a B.A. in political science, Shawn then went on to earn a J.D. with honors from Chicago-Kent College of Law. He subsequently obtained his Series 7, 31 and 66 securities licenses, as well as life, health, and annuity insurance licenses.
The 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
Jonathan has been in the financial services industry for the past 18 years. Prior to joining UBS in 2009, he was with Smith Barney where he focused on the needs of high-net-worth families, corporate executive financial services, and equity compensation programs. Jonathan's group worked with several Fortune 500 companies.
Jonathan received his B.A. in economics from Denison University and studied economics abroad at the University of Wales - Swansea.
Tawana's career in the financial industry began in banking where she held various positions including bank teller, personal banker, teller supervisor and office manager. In 2000, she began working in the financial services industry as a Registered Client Service Associate and has developed a keen understanding of the trading platforms, operations and technology within the firm.
Tawana has a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration from Chicago State University and currently holds her Series 7, 63 and 66 licenses. In 2021, Tawana was promoted to the title of Team Administrator.
Tom has been in the financial services industry for over 30 years. Prior to joining UBS in 2017 he worked as a financial advisor with North South Capital in Chicago. In the past Tom has served as the manager of the Unit Trust Department at First Union Securities which later became Wells Fargo. He has also worked on the Municipal bond desk with Prudential Securites.
Tom graduated with a degree in Business Admininstration from St. Ambrose University and has an MBA from Loyola University of Chicago with a concentration in Finance. He currently holds Series 7 and 66 licenses.
Patrick has been in the financial service industry since August of 2020. Prior to joining UBS in 2022, he worked as a Financial Advisor with Thrivent in the Chicago market.
Patrick graduated with a degree in Business Administration from The University of Missouri in 2019.
Shawn works with business owners, attorneys, and other high net worth investors to deliver best-in-class financial planning and advice. As a Financial Advisor, Shawn has earned the coveted designations of Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC®). He has been recognized by Forbes as a Best-In-State Advisor in 2022 & 2023.
Prior to joining UBS Financial Services Inc., Shawn was a partner at a prominent Chicago law firm specializing in securities law. A graduate of Northwestern University with a B.A. in political science, Shawn then went on to earn a J.D. with honors from Chicago-Kent College of Law. He subsequently obtained his Series 7, 31 and 66 securities licenses, as well as life, health, and annuity insurance licenses.
The 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
Jonathan has been in the financial services industry for the past 18 years. Prior to joining UBS in 2009, he was with Smith Barney where he focused on the needs of high-net-worth families, corporate executive financial services, and equity compensation programs. Jonathan's group worked with several Fortune 500 companies.
Jonathan received his B.A. in economics from Denison University and studied economics abroad at the University of Wales - Swansea.
Tawana's career in the financial industry began in banking where she held various positions including bank teller, personal banker, teller supervisor and office manager. In 2000, she began working in the financial services industry as a Registered Client Service Associate and has developed a keen understanding of the trading platforms, operations and technology within the firm.
Tawana has a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration from Chicago State University and currently holds her Series 7, 63 and 66 licenses. In 2021, Tawana was promoted to the title of Team Administrator.
Tom has been in the financial services industry for over 30 years. Prior to joining UBS in 2017 he worked as a financial advisor with North South Capital in Chicago. In the past Tom has served as the manager of the Unit Trust Department at First Union Securities which later became Wells Fargo. He has also worked on the Municipal bond desk with Prudential Securites.
Tom graduated with a degree in Business Admininstration from St. Ambrose University and has an MBA from Loyola University of Chicago with a concentration in Finance. He currently holds Series 7 and 66 licenses.
Patrick has been in the financial service industry since August of 2020. Prior to joining UBS in 2022, he worked as a Financial Advisor with Thrivent in the Chicago market.
Patrick graduated with a degree in Business Administration from The University of Missouri in 2019.
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.
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.
What’s really important to you—today and for the long term? UBS Wealth Way starts with questions and discussions that can help you organize your financial life into three key dimensions: Liquidity—to help provide cash flow for short-term expenses, Longevity—for longer-term needs and Legacy—for needs that go beyond your own.
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.
Leslie Falconio, Head of Taxable Fixed Income Strategy CIO Americas, Jason Draho, Head of Asset Allocation, CIO Americas, and Shane Lieberman, Senior Advisor, Governmental Affairs US discussed the US Government shutdown and how investors can best position themselves for the remainder of 2025.
October 01, 2025
For more than 160 years, UBS has proven its strength and guided clients through a wide range of market opportunities and financial challenges. Time and again, we’ve been tested and proven resilient, and our clients continue to put their trust in us and our wealth management expertise to help them achieve their goals. Today, UBS is stronger than ever.

Year-end charitable giving
As we approach the end of the year, you may be thinking about the charitable contributions you’d like to make. Learn how a donor-advised fund (DAF), can support your favorite charities in a flexible, tax-efficient and cost-effective manner.
For personalized service and more information on how a DAF can fit into your charitable giving plans, contact our team today.
$6.9 trn
UBS Group invested assets
As of 10/29/2025
51 countries
Our global footprint
Global leader
UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager
This website uses cookies to make sure you get the best experience on our website. You can find more information under the Privacy Statement. You are free to change your cookies' settings in the privacy settings.
Go to privacy settings



