Our Team

Leadership Team

Advisory Team

Daren Blonski, CFP®, AIF®, CEPA®

Managing Principal

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Daren Blonski, CFP®, AIF®, CEPA® is the Co-founder and Managing Principal of Sonoma Wealth Advisors. He is a learner, educator, entrepreneur, and life coach. With Bachelors in Sociology from...

Chris Sipes, CFP®, AIF®, CEPA®, NSSA®

Managing Principal

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Chris brings over 13 years of experience in the financial industry to Sonoma Wealth Advisors. As a co-founder of Sonoma Wealth Advisors, he operates as the Chief Compliance and Investment Officer.

Clay Dunkle, CFP®, AIF®, CEPA®, NSSA®

Financial Advisor

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Clay is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®), an Accredited Investment Fiduciary™ (AIF®), a Certified Exit Planning Advisor  (CEPA®) and a National Social Security Advisor™ (NSSA®). With these...

Zach Paul, CFP®

Principal Advisor

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Zach Paul's mission is simple: to provide clients with a decisive edge in financial management. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, Zach is dedicated to staying at the forefront of financial...

Russell Van Sistine, CFP®

Principal Advisor

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Russell seeks to make a difference in the lives of his clients, and with the accreditation as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. From an early age, Russell looked up to medical professionals. The idea...

Shelby Wirick, AIF®

Financial Advisor

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Shelby has enjoyed a dynamic career in finance and corporate executive management, encompassing over a decade of service with internationally renowned Fortune 500 companies. In that time, Shelby...

Steve Murray

Financial Advisor

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Steve Murray is a Financial Advisor and has been a licensed agent for over 25 years. He joined Sonoma Wealth Advisors in 2023 to expand services available to his clients. In addition to financial...

Mason Moore, AIFA®

Principal Advisor

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Mason Moore is a Principal Advisor specializing in corporate and non-profit retirement plans. Mason is passionate about assisting business owners with the design of a retirement plan that addresses...

Gaetano Bettinelli, MBA

Financial Advisor

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Gaetano has always felt called to serve, which led him to serve his country in the Armed Forces. After the Marine Corps, he transitioned into finance to continuing serving others. Gaetano was...

Zachary Weirich, CFP®, AIF®

Principal Advisor

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Zachary Weirich is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Professional and an Accredited Investment Fiduciary™, with a deep-routed passion for financial planning and investment management. His interest in...

Operations Team

Jackie Egidio, MBA

Chief Operating Officer

A California native, Jackie grew up on the Central Coast with a passion for the outdoors, ocean waves, and viticulture. She brings over 20 years of experience in strategy management, finance, and...

Kim Gibson

Client Service Associate

Kim brings many years of experience to her role as a Client Services Associate. She’s held service, support and management roles with a major health insurers and a financial service firms. Kim has...

Rose Rosen

Client Service Associate

Rose has served clients in the financial services industry for over 40 years. She has extensive experience helping clients navigate their financial planning needs. As the Director of Client Service...

Francisco Alcantar

Client Service Associate

Frankie has worked in the financial industry for over 18 years and is passionate about providing excellent client service.  As a Sonoma Wealth client, you'll have Frankie at your side for paperwork...

Dano Weir

Director of Marketing

Dano Weir values an organized, clean, and clear approach. As Marketing Director for Sonoma Wealth Advisors, he ensures that our values are reflected in everything we do in advertising, social media...

Bryanna Burke

Executive Assistant

Bryanna currently serves as an Executive Assistant at Sonoma Wealth Advisors, sharing a wealth of talents gleaned from years of combined experience in sports, lifestyle events, and business. She...

Tax Team

Dieter Stenger, CPA

Certified Public Accountant

Dieter Stenger, CPA, provides clients with over 30 years of experience with his in-depth knowledge in accounting, payroll, and taxation. Born in Germany, Dieter worked for small accounting firms...

Jackie Thomson, EA, CFP®

Enrolled Agent

Jackie Thomson, EA, CFP® has a long history of providing tax advisory services in Marin County, having offices in Sausalito and Mill Valley during her solo practice years, and more recently in San...

Adam Ladwig, EA

Principal Tax Advisor

Adam Ladwig EA is an accomplished Principal Tax Advisor ready to address your tax needs. Previously, Adam practiced as a Senior Auditor at Miller Cooper & Co. in Chicago after receiving his...

Cristina Reyes-Turner, CTEC

Tax Practice Manager

Cristina Reyes Turner CTEC has a wide range of experience from managing retail locations to serving as a customer service manager of a footwear manufacturer. Cristina is active in her community...

Keeley Winter

Auburn Office Administrator

Keeley brings over ten years of experience in business management to Homer, Stenger & Company. Her belief in growth without compromising customer relationships stems from her experience across...

Corporate Retirement Team

Mason Moore, AIFA®

Principal Advisor

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Mason Moore is a Principal Advisor who specializes in corporate and non-profit retirement plans. Mason’s passion is assisting business owners with the design of a retirement plan...

Managing Principal

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