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Joshua Zoldan

Walkersville,MD

Summary

Diligent and experienced Associate Financial Advisor, who has achieved success in a variety of roles, with increasing levels of responsibility. An effective communicator operates with team members and clients. Willing to go beyond for company goals, and provide a satisfied client experience. Dedicated and organized financial professional with outstanding relationship-building and problem-solving skills. Driven to exceed expectations and operate effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Self-motivated team player adept at cultivating partnerships and building lasting relationships across all demographics and management levels. Dynamic and reliable with exceptional customer service and communication skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Financial Advisor

Raymond James & Assoc
Williamsport, MD
05.2025 - Current
  • Advised high net worth individuals on complex wealth management issues related to trusts, estates, asset protection planning, philanthropy.
  • Reviewed existing client accounts to identify any gaps or areas needing improvement.
  • Implemented asset allocation models designed to maximize returns while minimizing risks.
  • Consulted with clients to assess and meet short- and long-term financial goal.

Financial Advisor/Operations Manager

MERC Capital
Gaithersburg, MD
03.2024 - 02.2025
  • Assisted and coordinated the efforts in the transition of over 250 clients in a change of Broker Dealer (Cetera Advisors to Wells Fargo Advisors).
  • Conduct financial planning meetings for perspective and current clients. Developed and provided a new holistic financial planning service to all clients.
  • Executed customer service needs requested by Senior Vice Presidents and/or directly from existing and new clients.
  • Conduct quarterly and annual reviews for clients as assigned by the SVP. Conduct all the necessary steps in the review from the preparation, execution, and follow through on all action items after the review.

Associate Financial Advisor

Wealth Enhancement Group
New Market, MD
11.2022 - 03.2024
  • Assisted SVP and Financial Advisor(s) with all client service and operational issues/concerns for over 200 households.
  • Be the second chair in all client-facing meetings and to ensure completion of tasks after meeting by all team members.
  • Diligently provide research/projections to provide a holistic financial plan for clients and prospects for SVP and Financial Advisor client meetings.
  • Made all investment trades and portfolio reallocations for clients on an individual level ad for clients in model portfolios.

Financial Operations Analyst

SAK Associates, Inc.
Gaithersburg, MD
06.2021 - 11.2022
  • Develop and implement the wealth management and insurance operational procedures for the individual clients.
  • Improve internal process for the entire business as it relates to client engagement and operations.
  • Fully involved in designing and implementing new portfolio strategies for clients and prospects.
  • An active member of the investment strategy committee and business development committee with the firm.
  • The gatekeeper between the FA and the client and doing all things to ensure company and client satisfaction.

Operations Manager

Wealth Management Institute
Urbana, MD
11.2013 - 06.2021
  • Create and manage all of the firm’s and client’s technology needs using multiple FINTECH software tools.
  • Produce and analyse investment reports to assist Executive Director in monitoring client’s investment models and strategies.
  • Create procedures of tracking, and maintaining client investment records, including calculation management fees, performance reports, and tax analysis reports.
  • Assisted in the automation of all communication methods to clientx and prospects.
  • Screen and qualify all prospects and new clients for the firm.
  • Manage and train all staff and ensure staff performance quality and effectiveness.

Education

B.A. - Political Science

University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA

A.A. - Liberal Studies

Sierra College
Rocklin, CA

Skills

  • CRM Systems: Salesforce, Redtail
  • Marketing: Bill Good Marketing System, FMG Suite
  • Financial Planning Software: E-Money, MoneyGuide Pro, Assetmap, Wealth2K, E-Money
  • Portfolio Management: Envestnet Portfolio Center, Albridge, Orion, Blueleaf
  • Investment Research: Morningstar, Dorsey Wright P&F Charts, MarketSmith
  • Trading Platforms: Pershing Netx360, Pontera, Schwab Advisor Central, Fidelity Wealthscape, Wells Fargo SmartStation
  • Broker Dealers/RIAs: FSC Securities Inc, American Portfolios Financial Services, Mutual of Omaha, WEG, Wells Fargo Advisors, Raymond James

Certification

  • Securities Industry Essentials Exam (SIE)
  • Series 6
  • Series 63
  • Series 65
  • Series 7
  • Maryland Life and Health Insurance License
  • Financial Paraplanner Qualified Professional (FPQP)

Timeline

Financial Advisor

Raymond James & Assoc
05.2025 - Current

Financial Advisor/Operations Manager

MERC Capital
03.2024 - 02.2025

Associate Financial Advisor

Wealth Enhancement Group
11.2022 - 03.2024

Financial Operations Analyst

SAK Associates, Inc.
06.2021 - 11.2022

Operations Manager

Wealth Management Institute
11.2013 - 06.2021

B.A. - Political Science

University of California, San Diego

A.A. - Liberal Studies

Sierra College

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