STARK WEALTH MANAGEMENT - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- LPL Registered Representative
Alyson joined Stark Wealth Management in 2020. She is a LPL Registered Representative and holds Series 7 and Series 66 licenses through LPL Financial. She graduated from Claremont McKenna College with a B.A. degree in Economics, Environmental Science, and Politics.
Alyson's focus is on client relationships, investment and portfolio advising, and growth and strategic initiatives for the office. She uses her deep knowledge of the financial industry and prior training experience to simplify recommendations and concepts for clients to easily understand.
Prior to joining Stark Wealth Management, Alyson led the learning and development department and internal communications at a high growth start-up company that was featured on Forbes Magazine's Next Billion Dollar Start-Up list (2019). Alyson spent the earlier part of her career in the education sector, as a public school teacher in New Orleans, LA and later as a global learning director for Pearson, the world's largest education company.
Alyson's interests include running and hiking with her husband and puppy (Indiana Bones) and cheering for the football team from her second home- the New Orleans Saints.
Job Titles:
- CFP®, LPL Registered Representative
Eduardo Silva started in the financial industry in 2015 and has been a Certified Financial Planner since 2020. He is responsible for portfolio management including asset allocation, portfolio construction, rebalancing strategies, and oversight of the model portfolio's managed by Stark Wealth Management. As a Certified Financial Planner, Eduardo guides clients in investment planning and wealth management to help them pursue their financial goals. Additionally, Eduardo is expanding upon his knowledge of financial markets and analysis.
Eduardo graduated from the University of La Verne with a bachelor's degree in business administration and a concentration in Finance. In his free time, Eduardo enjoys learning new languages or listening to podcasts while trying a new recipes.
Job Titles:
- Registered Principal, LPL Financial
- Registered Representative
Jeff Stark has been in the financial services industry in the Claremont area since 1986 and is the founder of Stark Wealth Management. He earned an Economics degree from the University of California at Santa Barbara and has completed advanced courses from the Claremont Graduate University.
Jeff is a frequent speaker on financial topics and provides his expertise and has provided leadership to many financial institutions, including: President of The National Planners Network Inc., Member of The Advisory Council of PIMCO Funds, Member of the President's Advisory Committee- National Planning Corporation, and currently as an Advisory Member for LPL Financial. Additionally, Jeff is a committed community member and has previously volunteered his time to provide support and guidance to many local boards and foundations, including: President- Claremont Unified School District, Association Member of the Los Angeles County Fair, Investment Committee Chairman- Claremont Senior Foundation, Treasurer- Claremont Community Foundation, Board Member of Claremont Educational Foundation, Investment Committee Member- Pilgrim Place, Chairman of the Claremont Early Childhood Center, and currently as a Trustee of Foothill Country Day School.
He is a Registered Principal and a financial advisor with LPL Financial, a national broker/dealer comprised of investment professionals.
Jeff specializes in the asset allocation investment strategies for high net worth clients. His practice is built on integrity, providing sounds investment advice, and developing strong client relationships. He is an Accredited Investment Fiduciary and holds FINRA Series 7, 24, 51, 63 registrations through LPL Financial. His broker/dealer association is with LPL Financial, a Registered Investment Advisor and member of FINRA and SIPC. Jeff is also a licensed agent with the state of California for Life, Health, and Long-Term Care insurance.
In addition to his community involvement, Jeff cherishes spending time with his wife, Christine, and three children. He also enjoys surfing, hiking, cycling, and golf.
Job Titles:
- Client Services Associate
Justina joined Stark Wealth Management in 2018 and previously worked for GSA, a local tax preparation firm in Claremont. Justina interacts with clients daily by scheduling and preparing for all meetings and assisting with any account specific inquiries or needs. She also assists with the administrative responsibilities for clients who have holdings directly with fund companies, such as 529 plans.
In her off-time Justina enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and Frenchie (Pierre), cooking, traveling, and cheering for her favorite sports teams - the Las Vegas Raiders, Golden State Warriors, and Los Angeles Angels.
Manuel began with Stark Wealth Management in the summer of 2021, before joining Stark Wealth Management Manuel Worked as a Transition Liaison for the Pasadena based broker dealer Western International securities where he assisted advisors with client onboarding and technology. Since joining Stark Wealth Management he has focused on assisting the firm with updating technology and implementing new process & procedures to strive to maximize efficiencies with a focus on client satisfaction.
Manuel is interested in learning the client facing side of the industry and is working on getting his securities licenses
On his time off Manuel enjoys trying new Restaurants with his Wife, Building Gaming computers, and playing video games. He is a frequent patron of local Claremont businesses