Large-firm, active portfolio management financial advisors in Utah
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 want to actively adjust your investments to respond to market changes, you need an advisor who understands the nuances of active portfolio management. Without this expertise, you might face higher fees or miss opportunities by following a passive, one-size-fits-all approach. Large-firm advisors often have access to extensive research and resources, which can influence their management style.
- Market responsiveness. Ask how they decide when to buy or sell assets, not just what to hold.
- Risk management approach. Confirm how they balance potential gains with protecting your portfolio from downturns.
- Fee structure clarity. Understand how their fees relate to the active decisions they make on your behalf.
- Firm resources. Inquire how their large firm’s tools and research support your portfolio’s active management.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Joshua B
Series 63, Series 66
Salt Lake City, UT
Fidelity
Joshua Beard's focus on active portfolio management at Fidelity equips him to dynamically adjust investments in response to market changes, leveraging the firm's systematic process that blends fundamental research and quantitative analysis. With three years of experience and Series 63 and 66 licenses, he brings a unique background from retail and academia, distinguishing him through Fidelity's extensive resources and algorithmic portfolio construction capabilities in Salt Lake City.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $234,793
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Amy M
Series 66
Ogden, UT
Merrill
Amy Moss specializes in active portfolio management at Merrill, a large firm in Ogden, UT, offering managed account programs and discretionary portfolio management supported by Bank of America resources. With five years of experience and a Series 66 designation, she serves mid-career professionals and high earners, charging a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million, which may differ from other advisors' fee structures and client focuses.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Zachary N
CFP®, Series 65
Farmington, UT
Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LLC
Zachary Nelson specializes in active portfolio management within a large firm setting in Utah, leveraging Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services' extensive research and strategic investment approach that blends passive and active management. His CFP® certification, six years of experience, and focus on clients like Baby Boomers and business owners differentiate him, while his flexible fee structure includes flat fees and hourly consulting, offering tailored options compared to other advisors in the region.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $1,378,035
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Marcus P
Series 63, Series 65
Salt Lake City, UT
Commonwealth Financial Network
Marcus Pinnock's expertise in active portfolio management is supported by 37 years of industry experience and his role at Commonwealth Financial Network, a large firm known for extensive research and advisory resources. He offers flexible fee structures, including flat fees for consulting and a 2.25% AUM fee, which may appeal to clients seeking clarity and options. Located in Salt Lake City, he also brings additional insights from his experience as a business owner managing retirement and medical expense plans.
Experience: 37 years
Avg account: $568,323
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Darren M
Series 66
South Jordan, UT
GWN Securities Inc.
Darren Moffitt specializes in active portfolio management within a large firm setting, leveraging 21 years of experience and the extensive resources of GWN Securities Inc. in South Jordan, Utah. His flat-fee and AUM-based fee structures, combined with expertise in tax-loss harvesting and retirement strategies, distinguish him from others by offering flexible pricing and a broad range of investment approaches tailored to individual client needs.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $125,430
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