Quarterly News & Updates

Jan 5 2026 | Issue 4

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President’s 2026 New Year Letter

Katherine Davalos, CFP®

Katherine Davalos, CFP®

Dear FPA Silicon Valley Members,



Happy New Year! As we step into 2026, I want to take a moment to reflect on the journey we’ve shared and the opportunities that lie ahead. Last year, I spoke about the power of an abundance mindset—the belief that there is more than enough opportunity, knowledge, and success to go around. That mindset continues to be the foundation of our chapter’s growth and the spirit of our profession.




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Meet: Ted George, Pro Bono committee member

Ted George is a retired CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional and long-time FPA Silicon Valley member. After founding and leading Wealthscape Advisors, LLC until his retirement in 2020, Ted now focuses on promoting financial literacy through the chapter’s Pro Bono Committee. He regularly delivers personal finance presentations at the Highlands Senior and Community Center and plans to offer one-on-one sessions there in 2026.


A past chapter president (2015) and chairman (2016), Ted has volunteered at numerous Financial Planning Day events and taught in UCSC Extension’s Financial Planning Program. His passion for education has reached high school seniors and young adults in Santa Cruz through community programs.


Ted and his wife live in the Santa Cruz Mountains, where they raised two accomplished children.

Join us for Our January Quarterly Chapter Meeting! 

Start the year with valuable insights from JP Morgan as Jordan Jackson, Executive Director and Market Insight Strategist, presents highlights from the 1Q26 Guide to the Markets. Gain a comprehensive update on the economic and investment outlook, explore market cycles, and understand key risks for the year ahead.


📅 Date: January 21, 2026, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

📍 Location: Maggiano’s Little Italy (at Santana Row) 3055 Olin Ave #1000, San Jose

✅ Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and connect with fellow professionals!

Holiday Hu-la-la-la Luncheon Recap

What a way to wrap up the year! Over 30 members and partners gathered at Maggiano’s in Santana Row for our festive Holiday Hu-la-la-la Luncheon. The afternoon was filled with laughter, great conversation, and plenty of delicious food—because nothing says “holiday cheer” like pasta and good company! Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate and make this event such a joyful success.

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We are looking for volunteers to join our committees! We are a volunteer organization, powered by passionate folks like you who want to network, grow the profession, and give back to the community. If you would like to help out but don't know where to start, just ask!

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Upcoming Events

Jan 21

Quarterly Chapter Meeting

1Q26 Guide to the Markets [1.0 CFP CEU]

11:30 am -1:30 pm

Maggiano's Santana Row

RSVP HERE

Jan 26

Joint Meeting with SCC Estate Planning Council

Estate Planning for Financially Dependent Loved Ones

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Delta Hotel, Santa Clara

RSVP HERE

Jan 27

Firm Visit

FPA Members Only

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Animo Advisors of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, Santa Clara

RSVP HERE

Feb 19

Speed Mentoring

FPA Members Only

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Campbell Community Center

RSVP HERE

Mar 12

FinTech Symposium

Tech & Tomorrow: The Future of Financial Planning

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Wells Fargo Innovation Center, Menlo Park

RSVP HERE