Seasoned financial advisors working with founders and business owners in Sunnyvale, CA
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.
If you run a business or founded a company, you likely face complex financial decisions like managing cash flow, planning for growth, or preparing for an exit. Without deep experience in these areas, it's easy to overlook how your business finances and personal wealth interact, which can lead to missed opportunities or unexpected tax burdens. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience, helping you navigate these challenges with a steady hand.
- Business and personal finance integration. Ask how they coordinate your company’s financial health with your personal goals to avoid conflicts or gaps.
- Exit and succession planning. Confirm they have experience guiding founders through selling or passing on a business, not just general retirement advice.
- Tax impact awareness. In California, high income taxes and property tax rules like Proposition 13 affect planning; see how they factor these into your strategy.
- Long-term growth focus. Look for advisors who balance immediate business needs with your future financial security, not just short-term gains.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Michelle H
Series 63, Series 66
Sunnyvale, CA
Cetera
Michelle Hu's 31 years of experience and focus on founders and business owners in Sunnyvale, CA, equip her to address complex financial needs like integrating business and personal finances and planning for retirement with SEP and solo 401k options. Working at Cetera, a large firm offering flat fees and diverse portfolio management, she combines seasoned expertise with flexible fee structures and a broad client base, distinguishing her from other advisors.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $306,089
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William D
Series 63
Sunnyvale, CA
Newedge Advisors
William Donnelly's 28 years of experience and leadership at a CPA firm equip him to address the complex financial needs of founders and business owners in Sunnyvale, including retirement plans like SEP and solo 401(k). His affiliation with NewEdge Advisors, a large firm offering both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management with a flat-fee planning option, distinguishes him from others by combining tax expertise with comprehensive asset management.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $813,531
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Michael N
Series 63, Series 65
Morgan Hill, CA
Private Advisor Group, LLC
Michael Napoli's 26 years of experience and focus on founders and business owners make him well-equipped to handle complex financial decisions involving equity compensation tax strategy and private investments. Operating independently with a flat-fee structure, he offers flexible financial planning fees and access to diverse services through Mariner Advisor Network, distinguishing him from advisors with more traditional fee models or narrower specialties.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $330,212
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Eric H
Series 66
Sunnyvale, CA
Valley Wealth Strategies, LLC
Eric Hughes brings 24 years of experience advising founders and business owners in Sunnyvale, CA, with expertise in retirement planning, tax strategy, and wealth management. His firm, Valley Wealth Strategies, manages over $1.2 billion using a long-term investment approach and offers flexible fee structures including flat fees and hourly rates, distinguishing him from advisors with more rigid pricing models.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $344,317
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Valerie T
CFP®, Series 66
Fremont, CA
LPL Financial
Valerie Tu's 21 years of experience and Series 66 designation equip her to address the complex financial needs of founders and business owners in Sunnyvale, CA, including integrating business and personal finances. Affiliated with LPL Financial, she offers access to diverse investment solutions and serves a broad client base, which may provide a wider perspective compared to advisors focused solely on high-net-worth individuals or niche sectors.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $399,489
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