Personal attention from a committed team
The Ascent leadership team emphasizes a service culture that results in deeply personal attention, focusing on both the achievement of wealth and the possibilities it creates for families like yours.
As president of Ascent Private Capital Management, John Zimmerman sets the strategic direction and oversees all aspects of Ascent. John, along with his leadership team, has a strong commitment to the community and to helping families protect and enhance their wealth from generation to generation.
The Ascent leadership team
John Zimmerman
President
“More than stewards, we are trusted partners and multidisciplinary experts, working hard and talking honestly. Championing your next challenge and amplifying your purpose to create a better, more rewarding world for you and your family.”
Jason Burkey-Skye
Regional Managing Director, Pacific Northwest/Rocky Mountain Region
“Families that have gained great fortune through entrepreneurial ventures are in the best position to have a positive and lasting impact on society. To be a part of a team that supports their effort is incredibly gratifying.”
Patrick Cowan
Senior Managing Director, National Private Banking
“Each financing opportunity gives our team the ability to create the best possible outcome for a client given their unique circumstances. Getting to know clients, hearing their inspiring stories and hopefully being a part of their continued success fuels our work.”
Andrea Ho
Managing Director, National Investment Consulting
“Families of significant wealth are faced with both unique opportunities as well as unique challenges. It is an honor and pleasure to support clients in their respective journeys, helping them to discover meaning through intention and the thoughtful allocation of capital.”
Ben Ollendick
Regional Managing Director, Midwest/Eastern Region
“I am honored to help clients who are focused on growing their family’s human and intellectual capital within the framework of their financial capital. The uniqueness and complexity of individual circumstances allows us to explore many unique wealth management approaches in support of their goals.”
Kelly Thomson
Regional Managing Director, California Region
“I enjoy hearing the incredible family stories our clients have to tell. A good story starts from where you came from, where you are today and where you want to go next. The part I like best is offering our unique services so that members of succeeding generations will have new stories to tell.”
Ashlee Woods
Managing Director, Philanthropy
"Integrating philanthropic advisory services at Ascent will help guide the charitable aspects of Ascent families’ lives. I look forward to serving as a thought partner to individuals, couples, families, and foundation that want to become more intentional and impact-focused with their giving.”
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