Top exec comp design financial advisors in Kent, WA
The right financial advisor for you depends on how you weigh location, expertise, experience, the clients they typically serve, and how they work with you.
You might need an exec comp design advisor if you're negotiating stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), or other equity awards as part of your compensation. Without expert guidance, you could miss tax-saving opportunities or end up with a compensation package that doesn't align with your financial goals.
- Equity award structuring. Look for advisors who understand how to balance different types of equity to optimize your tax and cash flow outcomes.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they consider Washington's unique tax environment, including the capital gains tax on long-term investments.
- Vesting schedule planning. Ask how they help you time your equity vesting and sales to minimize tax burdens and maximize flexibility.
- Negotiation support. See if they provide insights on how to negotiate compensation packages that fit your overall financial plan.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Kristi Y
Series 66
North Bend, WA
Edward Jones
Kristi Yankacy's expertise in executive compensation design and startup equity planning suits those negotiating stock options or RSUs in the Kent, WA area. With a Series 66 credential and experience at Microsoft, she brings tech industry insight, while Edward Jones' large-firm resources support diverse client needs with a program fee up to 1.35% annually.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $246,728
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Keith W
Series 63, Series 66
Bellevue, WA
Fidelity
Keith Woodcox's extensive 27-year experience at Fidelity equips him to handle executive compensation design, including stock option exercise strategy and startup equity planning, relevant for Kent, WA clients. His role as Vice President and Executive Planning Consultant at a large firm, combined with his Series 63 and 66 licenses, distinguishes him by offering seasoned expertise and a comprehensive approach to equity recipients' financial planning.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $234,793
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Jay E E
Series 63, Series 65
Seattle, WA
Merrill
Jay E Emmingham specializes in executive compensation design, offering expertise in equity award structuring and tax-efficient strategies tailored to executives and founders in the Seattle area. Affiliated with Merrill, a large firm, he collaborates with tax and legal teams to provide comprehensive wealth management, serving women professionals and multi-generational families with a 1.10% AUM fee for accounts under $2 million.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $860,085
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