Experience

Makes all the difference

Eric A. Wittenberg, CIMA, CEPA

Managing Director–Wealth Management

Financial Advisor

“We strive to understand our clients on a deeper level, both personally and financially, and to collaborate with them to lead a more fulfilled life.”

For more than 34 years, Eric has been an advisor to a diverse group of clients ranging from family offices, entrepreneurs and corporate executives, to clients in the entertainment industry, foundations and endowments.  His knowledge encompasses all dimensions of a client’s life, including investments, business, passion and legacy.  As a Family Office Consultant, Eric empowers families, helping to define the core values that unite successive generations for preserving and sustaining wealth.

Eric leads the team’s due diligence process for all investments. He is passionate about analyzing changing trends in the economic, political, and financial environment and understanding how these shifting dynamics impact clients’ lives and portfolios. Having guided clients through multiple economic cycles, Eric draws upon his deep experience to construct portfolios that can help mitigate risk and capitalize on opportunities.

Previous experience 

  • Credit Suisse Private Bank
  • Wachovia
  • Salomon Smith Barney

Designations

  • Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®)
  • Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA)
  • Series 7 and 66 Licenses
  • Life, accident and health insurance licenses

Life 

  • Co-chair of the annual New York International Auto Show Gala, a benefit for East Side House.
  • In 2020, he cofounded the Farms to Food Banks initiative, a program created to feed hungry New Yorkers.
  • Supports the Breast Cancer Research Foundation and other charities.
  • Eric is a member of Alder, an organization dedicated to exploring the challenges facing our society and igniting generational leadership.
  • Eric is a classic car enthusiast and has participated in numerous rallies throughout the United States and Europe. He also enjoys cycling and skiing.
  • He resides in Bedford, NY with his wife, Coco, and son, Xander.

Registered States:
  • AL
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DC
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • ID
  • IL
  • LA
  • MA
  • MD
  • MN
  • MO
  • NC
  • NJ
  • NV
  • NY
  • OH
  • PA
  • RI
  • SC
  • SD
  • TN
  • TX
  • UT
  • VA
  • VT
  • WA
  • WI

Recognized as an industry leader:

  • 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.

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

1285 Avenue Of The Americas
New York, NY 10019

Email Me

eric.wittenberg@ubs.com
Eric A. Wittenberg, CIMA, CEPA
1285 Avenue Of The Americas,New York,NY,10019

Thomas Johnson, CFA, CAIA, CSRIC

Authorized Officer

Financial Advisor

“We listen and work to understand your goals, your objectives, and your constraints. Once understood, we strive to provide custom tailored solutions for each client.”

As a Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA®) and Senior Wealth Strategy Associate, Thomas works with the senior partners on investment analysis and portfolio construction. He is responsible for broad investment due diligence and client tailored asset allocations.

Thomas joined Wittenberg Partners in 2014 after graduating from University of Virginia with a BA in Economics. In addition to the CFA charter, Thomas holds the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst and Chartered SRI Counselor (sustainable, responsible, and impact) designations.

Thomas's passion for mathematics, rigorous critical thinking and enthusiasm for life enables deep connections with clients while putting their needs first and always striving to achieve the best possible outcome.

Previous experience

  • Credit Suisse Private Bank

Designations

  • Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
  • Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst® (CAIA®)
  • Chartered SRI CounselorTM (CSRICTM)
  • Series 7 and 66 Licenses
  • Notary public

Life

  • Thomas enjoys soccer, running, lacrosse and water sports.
  • His favorite sports teams include the Denver Broncos, Real Madrid and any UVA Team.
  • He is an avid reader and specifically loves reading biographies and the classics while listening to music.
  • Thomas lives in Washington, D.C. with his wife, Jennifer and dog, Harper.

Registered States:
  • AL
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DC
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • ID
  • IL
  • LA
  • MA
  • MD
  • MN
  • MO
  • NC
  • NJ
  • NV
  • NY
  • OH
  • PA
  • RI
  • SC
  • SD
  • TN
  • TX
  • UT
  • VA
  • VT
  • WA
  • WI
1501 K Street North West
Suite 1100
Washington, D.C., DC 20005

Email Me

thomas.l.johnson@ubs.com
Thomas Johnson, CFA, CAIA, CSRIC
1501 K Street North West,Washington, D.C.,DC,20005

Jay Travers

Wealth Strategy Associate

"No two days of working with our clients are the same. The ability to create personal relationships with each of our clients is very rewarding.”

Jay's work includes operations execution, asset allocation analysis, and investment implementation. Additionally, Jay works on the implementation of Alternative Investments into client portfolios.

Before joining Wittenberg Partners, Jay was an analyst at Astor Realty Capital and Berko & Associates, a commercial real estate private equity and brokerage firm. He uses his analytical mindset and detail oriented processes to help clients in any way he can.

Previous experience

  • Astor Realty Capital
  • Berko & Associates
  • Guy Carpenter

Education

  • B.S., economics, minor in accounting, John Jay College

Designations, registrations and accolades

  • Series 7 License
  • Series 66 License

Life

  • Jay is a passionate New York Rangers fan as well as a fan of all New York sports teams.
  • His other interests include listening to music, watching and playing golf, and collecting sports memorabilia.
  • Jay is Irish American and is from Woodlawn, an Irish neighborhood north of New York City.

Registered States:
  • AL
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DC
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • ID
  • IL
  • LA
  • MA
  • MD
  • MN
  • MO
  • NC
  • NJ
  • NV
  • NY
  • OH
  • PA
  • RI
  • SC
  • TN
  • TX
  • UT
  • VA
  • VT
  • WA
  • WI
1285 Avenue Of The Americas
New York, NY 10019

Email Me

jay.travers@ubs.com
Jay Travers
1285 Avenue Of The Americas,New York,NY,10019

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