Meet Dave
Dave is a Managing Director overseeing the Southern California advisory teams and a Senior Wealth Advisor in the Regis Group, working with ultra-high-net-worth clients. He strives to deliver comfort and confidence to individuals and families by educating clients on the complexity of financial planning and creating simplicity in their busy lives.
Dave has more than two decades of experience working with complex finances. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional. He holds the Chartered Financial Consultant®, Chartered Life Underwriter®, Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy®, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst®, Accredited Estate Planner®, and Financial Behavior Specialist® designations. Dave earned his MBA with an emphasis in financial psychology and behavioral finance from Creighton University and has a master’s degree in financial planning (MSFS) from the American College of Financial Services. He is also an adjunct professor at California State University-Fullerton in the finance department.
Dave’s specialties
At Mercer Advisors, all of our wealth advisors provide a highly personalized approach, backed by a team of specialists that ensure every part of your financial list is addressed. Additionally, Dave has focused experience in these areas:
- Multi-generational planning that aligns with your values and minimizes tax impact
- Complexities of inherited wealth, from taxes to legacy
- Concentrated stock positions that require strategic diversification and tax efficiency
- For corporate executives, guidance on equity comp, concentrated stock, and evolving financial complexity
- Designing financial plans for artists and entertainers navigating complexity and career shifts
His working style
Dave is known for his ability to bring clarity to complex decision making processes. By prioritizing education, he helps clients gain understanding, which empowers trust and collaboration.
Dave in real life
What keeps you busy outside of work?
I love spending time with my wife and our two daughters. Watching my daughters play volleyball, trying new restaurants, exercising, and playing guitar fill my time.
How do you give back?
I currently sit on the Board of Directors for Feeding Matters, a national non-profit focused on Pediatric Feeding Disorders. I also teach Financial Planning at Cal State Fullerton.
Favorite thing about where you live?
I was born at the same hospital as my wife (and my kids). Being an Orange County native gives me a strong sense of connection to the local community. From the beaches to hiking trails, Orange County offers an amazing lifestyle.
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Meet Dave’s Teammates
Kara Duckworth
Managing Director of Client Experience
What Dave Says
Kara’s focus on delivering the best client experience allows all of us to continually deliver value in every facet of planning.
Sloan Petereit
Associate Wealth Advisor
What Dave Says
Sloan’s technical skills allow advisors to focus on building deep and meaningful relationships with clients knowing the fundamentals are covered.
Matt Cook
Managing Director
What Dave Says
Matt’s cultural and team-focused mentality keeps us rowing in the same direction for our clients.
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