Our Team

Ken is the Chief Executive Officer of Empirical Wealth Management. He guides the firm’s long-term strategy and is a senior financial advisor.  Ken is passionate about educating individuals on how to become smarter investors. He hosted an informative financial radio show titled “Empirical Investing Radio” on VoiceAmerica and has designed a proprietary program “Empirical Income Planner” to help individuals plan for retirement.

As Chief Compliance Officer, Lindsay oversees the development and execution of Empirical’s policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Lindsay is an integral part of Empirical’s operations, and works diligently to maintain billing, bookkeeping, and client greeting in addition to her compliance duties.

As Director of Tax and Wealth Transfer, Jim applies his tax and legal expertise to guide the firm’s tax planning and wealth transfer strategies. He provides proactive tax planning solutions to high net worth individuals, families, and their businesses. Jim works with clients to develop estate plans and applies advanced estate and gift tax planning techniques in accordance with each client’s needs. Jim also provides his expertise as a member of the Financial Planning Committee, which develops innovative planning solutions for clients.

As a Tax Manager with Empirical, Taylor works with high net worth individuals, families and businesses to formulate and implement tax strategies to reduce their tax burden. With her extensive background in tax preparation and strategic tax planning, Taylor brings a depth of knowledge that can be coordinated with clients’ cash flow and retirement planning.

As a partner with Empirical Wealth Management, Ethan works to develop, implement and monitor sound financial strategies designed to grow and protect the wealth of individuals, families and non-profit organizations. Ethan is the head of the Financial Planning Committee which oversees the development and expertise of Empirical’s financial planning recommendations. Rather than just another “financial advisor,” Ethan describes his primary role as that of a trusted “Personal Financial Advocate” who weighs the impact of each financial decision within the unique context of each client’s overall financial plan. Ethan is a Northwest native and has been in the financial industry since 1998. He lives in the West Seattle neighborhood of Seattle with his wife Corie and his two children Carsen and True.

As a Portfolio Manager, Karina is dedicated to working with clients to develop tailored solutions to achieve their financial goals and objectives. She works with the investment team to conduct research and perform daily trading processes. In addition, Karina audits client portfolios to ensure Empirical's investment returns follow industry-wide, ethical standards. Karina is originally from Hawaii, but has called Seattle home for over 7 years.

Shan has been with Empirical Wealth Management since 2007 and has extensive knowledge in the implementation of the firm’s investment management, tax minimization and financial planning strategies. A native to the Pacific Northwest, Shan graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Finance and a Master of Science in Finance from the Albers School of Business at Seattle University.

As a Portfolio Manager, Jaime is dedicated to providing clients with customized portfolio solutions. She carefully implements and monitors each strategy to ensure they cater to her clients' investment objectives. Jaime also works closely with the Investment Management team to conduct research, monitor market developments, and execute daily trading processes. Jaime has 6 years of prior experience in financial services, and her career includes working at Goldman, Sachs & Co. and a hedge fund, King Street Capital Management.

As a partner with Empirical, Lorne manages portfolios and shares his tax consulting experience for strategic tax planning for Empirical clients. Lorne has a combined 20 years of experience advising his clients on their tax and financial affairs. Lorne is a member of the financial planning committee which develops innovative planning solutions for clients. Lorne works with clients to prepare customized financial plans based on their unique needs, resources and goals. He helps them implement the plan with practical strategies, in order to navigate the complexities of their financial lives, building on strengths and addressing weaknesses. He provides ongoing monitoring and revising to meet their goals as well as their lifestyle.

As Chief Operating Officer, Jaime manages the firm's daily operations and its strategies to implement its long-term growth objectives. She returned to Empirical after founding a consulting firm that focused on media relations, partnerships, growth strategies and business operations management. Jaime encompasses the unique combination of linear and creative thinking skills, allowing her to think disruptively while still minding the fundamentals of running a profitable business. She is committed to creating an environment that facilitates the best possible experience for our clients, business partners, and employees.

As Chief Marketing Technology Officer, Simon manages the technology and marketing needs for Empirical. He works to maintain and develop efficiencies with the tools our advisory team uses and ensures that our clients’ personal data is kept private and secure. With a keen eye for design, Simon works closely with the partners to develop and improve the Empirical brand. Through the use of technology, they work to enhance each client’s experience with his or her advisor, building trust and clarity. With a background in portfolio management and as an associate advisor, Simon has a clear understanding of what is required to stay at the forefront of our clients’ needs.

As a financial advisor, Tassie helps clients make the world a better place, one informed financial decision at a time. Teaching financial fundamentals and goal-focused planning to individuals of all ages and entrepreneurs at all stages is a vital part of her life work. Tassie especially enjoys helping professionals and business owners who are committed to using wealth to accomplish their passion projects through comprehensive financial planning.

As the President and Chief Wealth Strategist, Michael is responsible for overseeing the execution of the firm's long term vision and strategy. He leads the investment committee and oversees the creation and design of Empirical's investment strategies. Michael works directly with clients to design custom solutions to achieve their financial goals. Michael previously served as Empirical's Chief Investment Officer. Prior to Empirical, he worked as an Institutional Portfolio Specialist serving governments, corporations, non-profits, and other organizations around the world. He was a Senior Equity Research Analyst covering the Health Care, Financials, Consumer Staples, Utilities, Communications Services, and Real Estate sectors. He co-authored a book discussing the details and complexities of investing in Healthcare equities.

As a Financial Advisor with over 17 years of experience, Maggie spent 12 years in brokerage branch management and 5 years in financial planning and investment management. She guides her clients through each financial decision and dedicates her passion in leading her clients to accomplish financial goals. Maggie is well-versed in working with Chinese speaking clientele, retirement planning, tax efficiency strategies, and executive compensation plans. She is a military spouse sustaining 4 active duties with her husband and one son over the past 10 years, which is another devoted cause of hers to support military families in the Family Readiness Group.

As Chief Investment Officer, Erik oversees portfolio research, investment strategy execution, and the Portfolio Management team. He works directly with clients to develop and maintain their investment portfolios. Additionally, Erik is the Portfolio Manager of the Empirical Alternative Income Fund, LP. Outside of work, Erik is an active member of his community and serves on several city boards and commissions.

As a tax manager, Grace works closely with clients to identify tax saving opportunities and implement coordinated tax planning strategies that complement her clients' overall financial plan. As a Tucson, AZ native, Grace moved to the San Francisco Bay Area where she earned her California State Bar and her Masters of Law in Tax Law and Estate Planning. Outside of work, Grace loves to spend time outdoors, whether it be skiing, running, or paddle boarding on Lake Tahoe.

As Director of Estate Planning Education, Don applies the wealth of knowledge and experience he has gained from his days working as a litigator and now an estate planning attorney to help guide the firm's wealth transfer strategies. As a now reformed litigator, Don has extensive experience on how proper planning upfront can prevent unintended consequences and family turmoil. He is passionate in helping people control and distribute their values and possessions the way they want, to whom they want, and when they want. Don is a Portland native and enjoys spending time with his wife, Colleen, and twin boys enjoying life and exploring the beautiful Northwest.

Cristina brings over thirteen years industry experience, with an emphasis in helping her clients develop, implement and monitor the success of their financial plans. Through comprehensive planning, Cristina partners with clients to develop tax efficient investment strategies that best align with their lifetime goals. Prior to joining Empirical, Cristina worked for Fidelity Investments, serving as a Financial Consultant. In this role she helped high net worth households achieve their financial objectives through comprehensive planning. Cristina began her career in financial services in 2008, working at Charles Schwab serving as subject matter expert in retirement products and strategies.

As a financial advisor with 15 years of experience, Mark is dedicated to providing clients with sound financial advice and exceptional service. He guides his clients through the financial planning process to create a plan that acts as their financial road map. Plans are then monitored on an ongoing basis to identify any necessary adjustments. Mark hopes his clients will consider him their most trusted advisor and advocate. He lives in Camas, WA with his wife Jenna and their two boys.

As an Associate Financial Advisor, Milan collaborates with Empirical’s financial advisors in building customized financial plans and investment strategies for clients. She has prior wealth management internship experience and years of experience in the service industry. Milan is passionate about providing an exemplary client experience and is highly committed to her professional development.

As a financial advisor with over 20 years of experience, Thomas spent 10 years working exclusively with fortune 500 corporate executives to provide advice on executive retirement benefits, financial planning, and investment management. He enjoys partnering with clients to provide unbiased investment advice tailored to help them achieve and preserve their financial freedom. Thomas lives in San Rafael, CA with his wife, son, and their two dogs.

Courtney manages and supports the Portland office to ensure a positive experience for both client and employee alike. She brings with her a tenured experience in administration and project management, working closely with C-Suite executives. Courtney is passionate in promoting social and environmental sustainability and has served on committees that support these initiatives.

Elliott is a financial advisor with Empirical Wealth Management working with clients to explore, craft, and execute investment, tax, retirement, and insurance planning strategies to meet their goals. Elliott helps clients take advantage of opportunities to maximize and protect their wealth. He is passionate about behavioral finance and helping clients learn how they can make better financial decisions to improve their lives.

As Director of Estate Planning Education of California, Kendra helps guide the firm's wealth transfer strategies by applying her extensive knowledge and experience in Estate Planning. Having completed thousands of estate plans, Kendra has successfully worked through nearly every possible family and estate situation, including her own journey with now two deceased parents. As a California native, Kendra receives great satisfaction in using the law to help other California residents avoid the time consuming, costly and disruptive probate process. She currently resides in San Mateo County with her family.

As a financial advisor for over 18 years, Jason is committed to building close relationships with his clients. He values a pleasant wealth management experience that is built on a foundation of clear communication, trust and setting proper expectations. Having worked with both individual clients and 401k plan sponsors, Jason is well versed with formulating investment and planning strategies to successfully meet his client’s goals.

Caroline has over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry with a deep understanding of brokerage operations, client engagement, and sales coaching. She spent the last 17 years in branch management both in Boston and the San Francisco Bay area at Fidelity Investments. As a business development manager, Caroline is dedicated to applying her knowledge and experience to support the advisory team.  She is fluent in Mandarin Chinese and is committed to building strong trusting relationships with business partners and clients.

Jordan is a financial advisor with over 12 years of experience helping clients achieve their financial goals. Jordan has worked closely with tech executives and business owners, implementing strategies to minimize their taxes and diversify concentrated positions. Jordan is passionate in helping clients grow and protect their wealth while being mindful of the impact taxes have on their long-term financial plan. Jordan moved to the Pacific Northwest in 2016 after living in Texas most of his life and is an avid winter sports enthusiast. Jordan has a passion for helping those with special needs and volunteers with Outdoors for All to teach people with disabilities how to adapt and enjoy the amazing outdoor activities the Northwest offers.

As a financial advisor at Empirical Wealth Management, Brian works to develop personalized financial planning strategies for our clients focusing on tax minimization, wealth management, and cash flow analysis. Brian is passionate about learning each client’s retirement goals and values to create a comprehensive financial plan while maximizing and protecting their wealth. With his prior experience as a portfolio manager, Brian is well versed in the relationship between financial planning and investment management and how to best implement each client specific strategy.

As a financial advisor, Michael creates customized solutions for his clients by determining opportunities relating to tax minimization, financial planning, and investment management. He is dedicated to helping clients reach their personal goals with thorough planning and monitoring through every step of the process.

As an Associate Financial Advisor, Kyle works diligently with Empirical’s financial advisors to execute the various aspects of clients’ financial plans and investment strategies. Kyle is passionate about providing clients with excellent service and helping them achieve their financial goals. Kyle is an Oregon native who lives in Portland with his wife Kim and two young children.

As a financial advisor, Michael facilitates the development and ongoing implementation of financial strategies designed to build and protect wealth. He works diligently to understand each client's financial situation in order to coordinate all aspects of their financial life. While not working with clients, Michael enjoys life with his wife and three sons, the outdoors, and fishing.

Justin has over 22 years of experience in the investment management industry, with a deep knowledge of investment operations, trading and served as CCO to a Seattle-based registered investment adviser for over 10 years. His thorough understanding of the investment adviser regulatory landscape helps ensure Empirical maintains the highest level of ethical business practices and upholds its fiduciary obligation of always placing our clients’ interests first.

As an Associate Financial Advisor with Empirical Wealth Management, John collaborates with advisors and clients to assist in developing and implementing financial plans. He has previous experience as an associate portfolio manager assisting the investment team with daily trading tasks, research and analysis. John supports financial advisors in identifying tax minimization, investment management and financial planning opportunities.

As a tax manager at Empirical, Paul provides tax planning and compliance for high-net-worth individuals, families, and their businesses. With his extensive background in tax preparation, planning, and compliance, Paul is dedicated to helping clients implement tax strategies according to each individual client's needs.

As a Tax Manager, Brian applies his tax and legal expertise working closely with high net worth individuals, their families and businesses to create proactive tax planning solutions. With his wide-ranging background in tax compliance and planning, Brian is steadfast in implementing tax strategies and guiding his clients to assist them in reaching their overall financial goals. Brian grew up in Great Falls, Montana and ventured to Seattle to go to Law School and has called it home ever since. He enjoys playing golf and spending time outside with family and friends.

As a Director of Washington Estate Planning Education, Tony brings his experience as an estate planning attorney to help guide the firm's wealth transfer strategies with a focus on helping blended families and family businesses. Understanding dynamics within the family, as well as ensuring client's wishes after death are his primary goals. He enjoys guiding the firm through the process, and encourages them to use it as a means to discuss long term plans, relationships, and concerns that have yet to be brought to light. In his free time, Tony enjoys spending time in the fresh air with his wife Mary and their three children, Robert, Constantine and Violette.

As an Associate Portfolio Manager, Logan works with the Investment Management team to conduct research, monitor financial markets, and execute daily trading processes. In addition to supporting the Portfolio Managers and Chief Investment Officer, Logan works closely with Financial Advisors to develop portfolio reviews and provide research and financial analysis for their clients' unique situations. Logan is passionate about understanding financial markets and has previous experience as an Equity Research Analyst covering the Financials and Materials sectors. Outside of work, Logan spends his time studying for the CFA, playing golf and tennis, and reading non-fiction books.

As an Associate Financial Advisor, Kevin works alongside Empirical's financial advisors to assist in the execution and implementation of the various aspects of clients' financial plans and investment strategies. He is eager in helping clients reach their financial goals and is committed to providing an exemplary client experience.