Our People

Meet Our Team

Our renowned team brings a breadth of knowledge and experience to exceed your goals. We partner with clients to provide meticulous, expert financial services.

Kirk Paulsen
Kirk Paulsen
Founding Partner

With over 20 years of experience in financial planning and wealth management, Kirk leads River Oak Partners with a focus on client-centered strategies.

Financial Planning Retirement
Sarah Mitchell
Sarah Mitchell
Managing Partner

Sarah specializes in portfolio management and investment strategy, helping clients navigate complex markets with confidence and clarity.

Portfolio Mgmt Investments
James Whitfield
James Whitfield
Senior Advisor

James brings deep expertise in retirement income planning, ensuring clients achieve the financial independence they've worked hard to build.

Retirement Income Planning
Elise Falk
Elise Falk
Partner

Elise focuses on risk management and insurance strategies, helping families build comprehensive protection plans for life's uncertainties.

Risk Mgmt Insurance
David Chen
David Chen
Tax Strategist

David's expertise in tax planning helps clients minimize obligations and maximize growth, with a focus on tax-efficient retirement income strategies.

Tax Planning Strategy
Maria Torres
Maria Torres
Wealth Advisor

Maria works with high-net-worth individuals and families to develop holistic wealth management strategies tailored to their unique goals.

Wealth Mgmt Planning
Robert Evans
Robert Evans
Investment Analyst

Robert conducts in-depth market research and portfolio analysis, providing clients with data-driven insights to support long-term investment decisions.

Analysis Investments
Natalie Brooks
Natalie Brooks
Client Relations

Natalie ensures every client receives exceptional service and support throughout their financial journey, building lasting relationships built on trust.

Client Care Relations
Marcus Johnson
Marcus Johnson
Financial Planner

Marcus works directly with clients to build comprehensive financial plans that align their resources with their most important life goals and values.

Financial Planning Goals
Angela Rivera
Angela Rivera
Estate Planner

Angela helps clients protect and transfer wealth across generations through thoughtful estate planning, beneficiary reviews, and legacy strategies.

Estate Planning Legacy
Thomas Reed
Thomas Reed
Compliance Officer

Thomas oversees regulatory compliance and risk controls, ensuring River Oak Partners maintains the highest standards of integrity and client protection.

Compliance Risk
Christine Park
Christine Park
Operations Manager

Christine keeps River Oak Partners running smoothly, coordinating operations and ensuring every client interaction is seamless, efficient, and positive.

Operations Management

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