San Francisco, CA Office

Michael Graziano is a CFP® with 22 years of industry experience, currently serving at LNW. He previously worked at Wetherby Asset Management for over two decades before joining LNW. LNW provides integrated wealth management and trust services primarily for high-net-worth individuals, families, and related entities. The firm combines investment management, wealth planning, and coordination with outside professionals to address complex, multi-entity financial needs through customized investment policies and a strategic asset-allocation framework.

Amin Baradaran is a CFA® charterholder with seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Laird Norton Wetherby Wealth Management and its predecessor firms since 2018, and previously at Financial Clarity Inc. Laird Norton Wetherby Wealth Management provides comprehensive wealth planning and investment management primarily to high-net-worth individuals, families, and related entities. The firm employs a customized investment approach emphasizing strategic asset allocation, global diversification, and a core-satellite method that incorporates active management, tax-aware strategies, and alternative investments.

Karen Leech is a financial advisor at LNW with 23 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and previously worked at Wetherby Asset Management for 22 years before joining Laird Norton Wetherby Wealth Management, LLC. LNW provides integrated wealth management and trust services primarily for high-net-worth individuals, families, and related entities, combining investment management, wealth planning, and coordination with outside professionals. The firm emphasizes customized investment policies, global diversification, active manager due diligence, and tax-aware strategies, and is known for its affiliated trust companies and private pooled vehicles that offer access to private investment strategies.

Jennifer Chan is a CFA® charterholder with seven years of experience in wealth management. She has worked at Laird Norton Wetherby Wealth Management, LLC since 2024, following multiple roles at Wetherby Asset Management from 2016 to 2023. LNW provides integrated wealth management and trust services primarily for high-net-worth individuals, families, and related entities. The firm emphasizes customized investment policies, global diversification, and coordinated planning with outside professionals to address complex financial needs.

Christina Covalesky is a CFP® with 22 years of industry experience, currently serving at Laird Norton Wetherby Wealth Management, LLC. She was previously with WETHERBY ASSET MANAGEMENT for 21 years. LNW provides integrated wealth management and trust services primarily for high-net-worth individuals and families, combining investment management, wealth planning, and coordination with outside professionals to address complex multi-entity financial needs. The firm emphasizes customized investment policy statements, global diversification, and active manager due diligence, with additional capabilities in tax-aware decision making and impact investing.

Steven Herzog is a CFP® with 25 years of industry experience, currently serving at Laird Norton Wetherby Wealth Management, LLC. He was previously with Wetherby Asset Management for 18 years. Herzog holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and is based in San Francisco, CA. LNW provides integrated wealth management and trust services primarily for high-net-worth individuals, families, and related entities. The firm’s approach centers on customized investment policy statements and a strategic asset-allocation framework that includes global diversification, active manager due diligence, and selective use of alternative investments.

Laura Pantaleo is a financial advisor at Laird Norton Wetherby Wealth Management (LNW) in San Francisco, holding a Series 65 license with seven years of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Wetherby Asset Management and consumer financial services, along with periods as a stay-at-home mother and volunteer. LNW provides comprehensive wealth planning and investment management primarily to high-net-worth individuals, families, and related entities. The firm emphasizes customized investment policies, strategic asset allocation, global diversification, and a core-satellite approach that incorporates active management, tax-aware strategies, and alternative investments.

Justina Lai is a financial advisor at Laird Norton Wetherby Wealth Management (LNW) with 13 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 credential and has previously worked at Wetherby Asset Management from 2015 to 2023. LNW provides comprehensive wealth planning and investment management primarily to high-net-worth individuals, families, and related entities such as trusts and charitable organizations. The firm focuses on customized investment strategies with an emphasis on strategic asset allocation, global diversification, and a core-satellite approach that includes active managers, tax-aware implementation, and alternative investments.

Grace Cavenaugh is a financial advisor at Laird Norton Wetherby Wealth Management with three years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Janney Montgomery Scott and The Vanguard Group. Before entering the financial industry, she was involved with the Jesuit Volunteer Corps and held multiple roles at Bryn Mawr College. Laird Norton Wetherby Wealth Management serves primarily high-net-worth individuals and families, offering comprehensive wealth planning and investment management. The firm emphasizes strategic asset allocation and global diversification, integrating active management and alternative investments while employing tools such as financial modeling and tax-aware strategies.

Maria Pyatigorsky is a CFA® charterholder with seven years of experience in wealth management. She is currently with Laird Norton Wetherby Wealth Management, LLC (LNW), where she has been since 2024. Prior to that, she held multiple roles at Wetherby Asset Management from 2016 to 2023. LNW provides comprehensive wealth planning and investment management primarily for high-net-worth individuals, families, and related entities such as trusts and charitable organizations. The firm employs a strategic asset allocation approach with global diversification and offers access to private funds, including renewable power vehicles, supported by discretionary portfolio management and operational tools like artificial intelligence.

Christopher Hauswirth is a financial advisor at LNW with 27 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and previously worked for Wetherby Asset Management for 25 years before joining Laird Norton Wetherby Wealth Management, LLC in 2024. LNW provides integrated wealth management and trust services primarily for high-net-worth individuals, families, and related entities. The firm emphasizes customized investment policy statements, strategic asset allocation, global diversification, and coordination with outside professionals to address complex, multi-entity financial needs.

Nicholas Kanzaki is a CFP® with nine years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Laird Norton Wetherby Wealth Management (LNW) in San Francisco. His prior experience includes various roles at Wetherby Asset Management and a position as Wealth Manager. LNW offers comprehensive wealth planning and investment management primarily to high-net-worth individuals, families, and related entities. The firm emphasizes customized investment policy statements, strategic asset allocation, and employs a core-satellite approach with a range of active and alternative investments.

Jennifer Hicks is a financial advisor at Laird Norton Wetherby Wealth Management, LLC with 10 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 65 designation and has worked at Wetherby Asset Management from 2013 to 2023 before joining her current firm. LNW provides integrated wealth management and trust services primarily for high-net-worth individuals and their related entities. The firm combines investment management, wealth planning, and coordination with outside professionals to address complex multi-entity financial needs through a customized and diversified investment approach.

David Ferguson is a CFP® professional with 12 years of industry experience, currently serving at Laird Norton Wetherby Wealth Management, LLC. He previously worked for WETHERBY ASSET MANAGEMENT for 16 years. LNW provides integrated wealth management and trust services primarily for high-net-worth individuals, families, and related entities. The firm emphasizes customized investment strategies, global diversification, active manager due diligence, and coordinated wealth planning with outside professionals.

Kyle Winterbotham is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor at LNW with nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Laird Norton Wetherby Wealth Management, LLC since 2024 and was previously with Wetherby Asset Management from 2006 to 2023. LNW provides integrated wealth management and trust services primarily for high-net-worth individuals, families, and related entities. The firm’s investment approach centers on customized policy statements, strategic asset allocation with global diversification, active manager due diligence, and incorporates tax-aware and impact investing strategies.