Hank DesJardins is a seasoned Investment Strategist with over 35 years of experience in the industry, currently serving at Apex Private Wealth Advisors. He graduated from the University of New Mexico and has spent a significant portion of his career managing investment portfolios for high-net-worth clients. Hank resides in Santa Rosa, CA, where he enjoys the natural beauty of northern California’s coast, redwoods, and wine country. He is an avid golfer when time permits.
Hank has been married for 36 years and has a son, Eric, who recently received his Master’s degree from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX, and looking forward to pursuing his Doctorate in Math and Education. The family also includes a beloved goldendoodle named Molly.
Throughout his career, Hank has been driven by a passion for helping clients navigate the complexities of the financial markets. He specializes in investment management, focusing on constructing high-quality, well-diversified portfolios using an open architecture platform. This approach allows access to competitive funds and managers, ensuring a disciplined asset allocation strategy tailored to each client’s needs.
One of Hank’s career milestones includes being one of the top-performing portfolio managers at one of the largest financial institutions in the U.S., where he worked primarily with Private Banking Clients. His approach to financial advising is deeply client-centric, aiming to understand all aspects of a client's goals, objectives, risk tolerance, and core values.
Hank’s favorite aspect of his job is helping clients understand the risks and rewards of the marketplace, enabling them to better handle market volatility while keeping their long-term investment horizons in perspective. His commitment to providing personalized, informed advice has helped numerous clients pursue their retirement dreams and financial goals.