Market & Wealth Strategy Event in Vancouver, WA

Learn How SAM’s Active Management Approach Helps Families Build Wealth

Join us February 5th in Vancouver, WA for an in-person market strategy event, a timely opportunity at the beginning of the year to review your portfolio, ensure you’re positioned appropriately, and prepare for potential market shifts in the months ahead, all while enjoying a complimentary lunch.

Hear directly from the Stansberry Asset Management team as they discuss:

  • The key forces shaping today’s markets and how we are positioning portfolios in response

  • How SAM’s active investment strategies are built for growth, income, and downside protection

  • Why proactive financial planning matters especially in an unpredictable environment

  • How SAM helps clients align their strategy with long-term goals through informed decision-making

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, February 5, 2026

Time: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Location: AC Vancouver Hotel Waterfront – Ondus on the Waterfront

333 W Columbia Way, Vancouver, WA 98660

Enjoy a complimentary lunch! 

Whether you’re already working with us or simply curious about how SAM could support your financial goals, this is your chance to meet the team and hear how our active approach shapes the way we invest.

Seats are limited — reserve your spot today.

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Presenters

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Ryan Walker, CFP, CEPA Senior Wealth Manager

Ryan Walker is a financial professional with a wealth of experience in guiding clients through complex financial landscapes. He began his career in the financial services industry during the bear market of 2008, helping investors navigate a challenging economic environment. Before joining SAM, he served as an Associate Financial Planner and spent approximately eight years with a large Registered Investment Advisor, where he played a key role in developing personalized financial strategies that helped clients achieve their financial and retirement goals.

Ryan graduated from Bridgewater State University with a bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, concentrating in Finance. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) professional and a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), he is uniquely qualified to support business owners navigate their transition plans.

Originally from the Boston area, Ryan has called the West Coast home since 2013 and lives in SW Washington State. In his free time, he enjoys hiking in the gorge, boating along the Columbia River, and exploring diverse cuisines and cultures around the world.

William Pedersen National Director of Business Development

William is the National Director of Business Development at SAM. He spent the bulk of his early career helping to build a multibillion-dollar private investment firm where he was recognized multiple times for his impact on the growth of the firm. He held a leadership position and played a pivotal role in training and formally mentoring business development representatives.

Just prior to joining SAM, William served as a Managing Director at two different investment firms where he worked with both high-net-worth investors and institutions. During this time he held Series 3, 7, 24, 63 and 65 licenses. William’s background also includes time spent working with private clients at both Bank of the West and Wells Fargo.

William earned degrees in Rhetoric and Communications from the University of California, Davis, served as a Paratrooper in the US Army and competed as a collegiate wrestler earning multiple championships. He is a long-time resident of Sonoma County where he is raising six children and enjoys coaching youth football and wrestling.

What We Do

SAM is an SEC Registered Investment Adviser. As such we must act as a fiduciary, which means we must always put the client’s needs before ours. We take pride in our independent thinking. We avoid one-size-fits-all packaged products, creating tailored portfolios that cater to your individual goals—and add value over time.

SAM believes in multi-asset class investing, and invests not only in stocks and bonds, but also in less traditional asset classes such as commodities or real estate. Whether you’re seeking an investment manager who shares your philosophy, you don’t have the time to manage your investments, or you want to work with an advisor who understands the need to achieve higher risk-adjusted returns, we have the right solutions for you.

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