Travis Wesley
Tualatin,OR
Summary
- Driven Financial Advisor able to handle a wide range of financial needs, from retirement planning to insurance decisions. Decisive planner and problem-solver with understanding of marketing and sales strategies that drive business growth. 16-year track record working with financial products.
- Adept at skillfully managing millions of dollars in assets. Offering expertise demonstrated by Series 7, 63, 65 and Life & Health Insurance licenses.
- Experience managing others domestically and internationally, skilled at improving operational structure, liaising across different offices and lines of business, and resolving problems between departments.
- Multi-lingual: working knowledge in Romance Languages, outstanding communicator and well-versed in employee, vendor and partner relations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
9
9
Certification
Work History
Financial Advisor
Wealthbridge Advisors (Ameriprise Franchise)
2021.01 - Current
- Implemented effective risk management strategies within client portfolios, minimizing losses during periods of market volatility.
- Achieved consistent growth in assets under management through proactive business development efforts and strong referrals from satisfied clients.
- From 2020-2024, brought in $25M in new assets
- Specialist in retirement plans, insurance, alternatives
- Trailing T-12 GDC is about $600,000
- Enrolled in Masters of Science, Personal Financial Planning
Associate Financial Advisor / Operations Specialis
Wealthbridge Advisors (Ameriprise Franchise)
2019.09 - 2020.12
- Assisted with portfolio management to ensure optimal asset allocation and diversification for clients.
- Expedited the completion of investment transactions by liaising with relevant parties and ensuring timely execution, meeting client expectations for prompt service.
- Maintained client suitability and provided ongoing support through annual review meetings
- Prioritized relationships that would benefit from moving out of brokerage into managed (WRAP) accounts
Paraplanner
Ameriprise Financial (Franchise)
2015.08 - 2019.08
- Onboard new clients, set up new accounts and process transfers, track and follow-up with prospects.
- Prepare detailed financial and investment plans for clients.
- Perform complex general accounting functions, including preparation of journal entries, account analysis and trading reconciliations with high attention to detail and accuracy.
- Assist in management of financial planning process through data collection, entry and input, analyzing results and providing recommendations.
- Direct day-to-day operations, focus on attainment of key business metrics, track and manage account transfers, and research and implement complex investment strategies.
Personal Banker
Bank Of America
2014.11 - 2015.08
- Assessed client needs, provide solid recommendations, and built client relationships based on mutual trust to optimize sales opportunities with new and existing clients.
- Built strong relationships with teammates, business partners and specialists by fostering teamwork, partnership and collaboration.
- Utilized strong critical thinking and problem solving skills to meet clients’ short- and long-term financial priorities.
- Ability to demonstrate initiative, a commitment to continuous learning, and the ability to adapt to changing demands and requirements as new bank policies and government regulations became effective.
Investment Counselor
Fisher Investments
2014.05 - 2014.09
- High touch and high volume Investment resource for high net worth clients. Responsible for clients with >$500k assets.
- Primarily was resource to better understand current and future market conditions and how they relate to the client's portfolio.
- Educate client to navigate tough markets, and to work with them to determine asset allocation to meet their stated goals.
Manager, Customer Service
TD Canada Trust
2012.07 - 2014.05
- Managed team of 12 customer service representatives and served as dotted line manager to 6 financial advisors and 1 business advisor.
- Oversaw daily branch operations, sales training, scheduling, cash reconciliation and forecasting within high-paced timeframe ensuring highest quality of care for client interactions and detailed reporting.
- Hired, trained, and promoted staff from new-hire to financial advisory roles.
- Passed federal exam to become Branch Compliance Officer which entailed oversight and training of investment-related activities within the branch.
- Executed customer transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, international wires, and problem resolution.
Financial Advisor
TD Canada Trust
2010.11 - 2012.07
- Advised on inquiries about banking products including checking, savings, loans, mortgages, lines of credit, and long-term investing.
- Executed domestic and international wire transfers and currency exchange.
- Continued education through attaining Personal Financial Planning certificate to become a licensed investment advisor.
- Trained and mentored junior financial and support staff.
- Managed $90 million in client investment portfolios by providing one-on-one service when meeting with clients to understand assets, expenses and long-term as well as short-term investment goals to devise a personalized financial plan.
Collection Officer
Canada Revenue Agency
2010.05 - 2010.09
- Provided guidance and service on various financial problems in order to assist taxpayers’ in resolving their tax issues.
- Gathered and analyzed data for studies and reports and made recommendations based on findings.
Personal Financial Services Associate
HSBC Bank Canada
2008.09 - 2010.04
- Worked closely with management to strategize sales techniques to increase branch production and customer service.
- Networked to increase client base and encourage existing clients to expand financial portfolios.
- Assisted customers with setting up or closing accounts, completing loan applications and signing up for new services.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
George Fox University
Newberg, OR2008
Master of Science - Financial Planning
College For Financial Planning, Inc.
Englewood, CO03.2025
Skills
- Policy and procedure expert
- Planning and organization
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Wealth Management
- Team oversight and mentoring
- Strong client relations
Certification
- Series 7, 63 & 65 Licenses
- Life & Health Insurance License
- Certified Financial Planner practitioner (CFP)
- Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF)
- Accredited Portfolio Management Advisor (APMA)
- Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC)
- Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS)
Volunteer Experience
Hungry for Life & Wycliffe Bible Translators of Canada - Team Trip Member
Abancay & Quillabamba, Peru
09/2013
Timeline
Financial Advisor
Wealthbridge Advisors (Ameriprise Franchise)
2021.01 - Current
Associate Financial Advisor / Operations Specialis
Wealthbridge Advisors (Ameriprise Franchise)
2019.09 - 2020.12
Paraplanner
Ameriprise Financial (Franchise)
2015.08 - 2019.08
Personal Banker
Bank Of America
2014.11 - 2015.08
Investment Counselor
Fisher Investments
2014.05 - 2014.09
Manager, Customer Service
TD Canada Trust
2012.07 - 2014.05
Financial Advisor
TD Canada Trust
2010.11 - 2012.07
Collection Officer
Canada Revenue Agency
2010.05 - 2010.09
Personal Financial Services Associate
HSBC Bank Canada
2008.09 - 2010.04
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
George Fox University
Master of Science - Financial Planning
College For Financial Planning, Inc.
- Series 7, 63 & 65 Licenses
- Life & Health Insurance License
- Certified Financial Planner practitioner (CFP)
- Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF)
- Accredited Portfolio Management Advisor (APMA)
- Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC)
- Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS)
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