GK Wealth Management LLC

Aryn Sands serves as Chief Operating Officer and Financial Advisor at GK Wealth Management, where she brings nearly three decades of experience in financial services and a dual focus on both client strategy and operational excellence. Aryn began her career in 1996 with Smith Barney near Los Angeles, gaining early experience in the wealth management field while still completing her undergraduate studies. Over time, she found that the independent advisory model offered a more client-centric approach and transitioned away from the wirehouse environment. Since then, she has held leadership roles at several investment advisory firms — including founding and managing her own. On the operational side, Aryn has a strong background in the systems and structures that support thriving advisory firms. She has overseen trade desks, managed portfolio accounting systems, and contributed to the development and integration of key industry technologies. As a financial advisor, Aryn specializes in comprehensive financial and tax planning for families and small business owners. Her advisory work covers investment strategy, retirement plan design, insurance solutions, and 1031 exchanges. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Mathematics from Pitzer College and a Certificate in Financial Planning from the College for Financial Planning. Aryn currently holds a Series 65 license and previously held Series 7, 63, 53, and 24 licenses. Aryn's leadership helps drive GK Wealth Management's mission to deliver exceptional service, strategic insight, and lasting value. Outside the office, she enjoys hiking and traveling around the Reno area and proudly supports The McQueen Football Club.

Clayton Holthaus is a Wealth Advisor with GK Wealth Management in Reno, Nevada. He joined GK Wealth Management while completing his finance degree at the University of Nevada, Reno and has been focused on wealth management since 2019. Drawn to GK’s fiduciary, client-first approach, Clayton helps individuals, families, and business owners make clear, confident decisions about their financial future. Clayton brings a practical, relationship-driven approach to financial planning and investment strategy. He works with clients to understand their goals, organize their financial picture, and develop strategies aligned with their values, needs, and long-term objectives. Clayton earned his Bachelor of Business in Finance from the University of Nevada, Reno. Outside of work, he enjoys fishing, snowboarding, playing sports, exploring Tahoe, and spending time with family.

Antonio Arellanes is a financial advisor with GK Wealth Management LLC in Reno, NV, holding a Series 65 credential and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Ameriprise Financial and Starbucks Corporation. GK Wealth Management serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, small businesses, and retirement plans by providing portfolio management, financial planning, and pension consulting. The firm employs a manager-of-managers investment approach, utilizing third-party and institutional fund managers and incorporating alternative investment vehicles.

Griffin Kirsch is a financial advisor at GK Wealth Management LLC with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Allegis Investment Advisors, Edward Jones, and other firms prior to joining GK Wealth Management in 2018. Outside of advising, Kirsch owns an insurance business that provides life, disability, long-term care, and health insurance to individuals and small businesses, and he is a member of a local business networking group. GK Wealth Management serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, small businesses, and retirement plans by offering portfolio management, financial planning, and pension consulting. The firm uses a manager-of-managers approach, emphasizing strategic asset allocation, manager selection, and rebalancing, and incorporates alternative and private pooled investments into client portfolios.

Ryan Mack is a CFP® professional with 15 years of industry experience, currently serving at GK Wealth Management LLC. His prior roles include positions at Q3 Advisors, Clark Asset Management, Capstone Capital Wealth Advisors, Farther Finance Advisors, and Fidelity Investments. Outside of financial advisory, he owns and manages a retail ice hockey equipment business in Reno, NV. GK Wealth Management advises individuals, families, small businesses, and retirement plans, providing portfolio management, financial planning, and pension consulting. The firm uses a manager-of-managers approach emphasizing strategic asset allocation, manager selection, and periodic rebalancing, incorporating alternative and private pooled investments into client portfolios.

Teddy Bakhos is a financial advisor at GK Wealth Management LLC in Reno, NV, holding a Series 65 credential with six years of industry experience. He previously worked at Libano-Française Finance from 2012 to 2023 and is the director and owner of Bakhos Consulting Services, Inc., where he provides outsourced Chief Investment Officer services. GK Wealth Management advises individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, small businesses, and retirement plans with ongoing portfolio management, financial planning, and pension/401(k) consulting. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation, manager selection, and periodic rebalancing, often implementing client strategies through third-party and institutional fund managers.