Patrick Schwendeman, CFP® ChFC®

Advisor

How I Arrived at Ritholtz

Having followed the work of the firm since 2019, I knew this was ultimately where I wanted to be. Upon obtaining the CFP in November 2022, I sent a package to Josh in New York. It contained a letter, my resume, a book he wrote, and return postage. Worst case scenario I was out $22.90, perhaps I would get an autographed book for my personal collection, best case my life would change for the better forever. Best money I ever spent.”

Favorite Part Of The Job

“Consistently being surrounded by the best and brightest individuals in the wealth management space.”

When I'm Not Working

“I love spending time in the backyard with my wife Alley, our two kids Jack (3) and Chip (6 Mos), and our Golden-doodle pups Wrigley and Walker. Also enjoy working out in our home gym, reading/consuming content on YouTube, and playing the occasional video game.”

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Susan Gray
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Ross Cohen, CFP®
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Brian Rosen
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Colleen Parker
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Nick Maggiulli
Nick Maggiulli
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Travis Varga
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Daniel Parra
Daniel Parra
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Nick Friedman, CFP®
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Benjamin Coulthard, CFP®
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Joey  Fishman
Joey Fishman
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Joey Fishman
Lauren Spears
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Gisela Warner
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Michelle Katzen, CFP®, CDFA®
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Sr. Advisor
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John Grayson
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Matt Lohrius, CFP®
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Matt Lohrius, CFP®
Kevin Young, CFP®
Kevin Young, CFP®
Advisor
Kevin Young, CFP®
Stephanie Baszner, CFP®
Stephanie Baszner, CFP®
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Taylor Hollis, CFP® CFA®
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Anna Chaiken
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Daniel Baxter
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Patrick Haley, CFP®
Patrick Haley, CFP®
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Patricia Hatzfeld
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Andrea Diltz
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Mindy Giles
Mindy Giles
Client Service Associate
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Callie Cox
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Adam Gock
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Lisa Paul
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Tony Isola, CFP®
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Lauryn Lafferty
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Jordan D. Hanson, CFP®
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Nick Sapienza, CFP®
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Ben Carlson, CFA®
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William Sweet, CFP®
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Jay Tini
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Bill Artzerounian
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Sean Russo
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Everett Taylor, CPA®
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