A Life Well-Invested.

Financial Guidance for Life After Work

We believe great financial advice starts with listening. We help successful pre-retirees, retirees, and business owners turn wealth into freedom—creating plans that support your lifestyle.

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Our Three Pillars

Your Trusted Wealth Partner

Whether it’s retiring with confidence, managing taxes wisely, or securing your family’s future, we help you turn uncertainty into direction.

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Built Around You

Your financial plan should reflect what matters most to you.
We listen first, then design a plan that aligns with your vision—not someone else’s formula.

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Designed to Work Together

We believe great planning is collaborative. Our team works side by side with you—and your other trusted advisers—to create a unified strategy for your future.

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Ongoing Support

Life changes, and your plan should too. We continually adjust your strategies so you can move forward with confidence, no matter what comes next.

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Meet The Team Behind Triad

We’re proud to serve as long-term partners in your financial journey—keeping your goals at the center of everything we do.

John Heldman, CFA

Partner & Financial Adviser

After 20+ years with major investment firms, I founded my own boutique firm in 2008 to provide fee-based fiduciary investment and financial planning. I’m a CFA charterholder with a Finance degree and MBA from CSU Long Beach.

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Dave Hutchison, CFA

Partner & Financial Adviser

David Hutchison, CFA, is Partner & Financial Adviser at Triad. With experience at major firms and as a founder of his own investment firm, he brings both institutional insight and personal dedication to clients.

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Marisa Pickar

Operations Manager

Marisa Pickar is Triad’s Operations Manager, joining the firm in 2015 after roles at Wells Fargo Advisers, Morgan Stanley, and Smith Barney.

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Serving Clients Across California and Beyond

Triad is located Orange County, California—but our clients span the state and the country. Whether you prefer to meet in person or virtually, we’re here to help.

No Cost. No Pressure. Just Clarity.

Book Your Free Assessment

Start with a pressure-free conversation about your goals, your plan, and what’s next. We’ll listen, offer perspective, and help you see your path forward with confidence.

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