Richard Romano

CRPS

CRPS

Senior Financial Advisor; Managing Partner

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Richard began his investment industry career in 1995 and joined Stifel Independent Advisors in 2023. Prior to this, he worked at Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC. Rich has a genuine excitement for tracking the markets and focuses on developing customized wealth management strategies to help clients pursue their legacy goals. He feels lucky to do his work surrounded by dedicated, fun, and engaged team members.

Committed to continuing to learn about his chosen field, Rich earned the Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist™ designation through the College for Financial Planning. In addition, he earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Utah and holds Series 7, 9 & 10, 63, and 65 securities licenses.

One of Rich’s core values is giving back and being an active member in his community. He has served on the board of directors in various roles for the following nonprofits and organizations:

• Repertory Dance Theatre
• Utah Coalition Against Sexual Assault
• Utah Heritage Foundation
• St. Ambrose Catholic School
• Judge Memorial Catholic High School
• Bad Dog Rediscovers America
• Race Swami
• Ronald McDonald House Corporate Counsel
• Snowbird Sports and Education Foundation
• Community Resource Center of Teton Valley (current)

Outside the office, Rich is married to his wife, Bridget, and they have two adult children, Simon, who lives and plays in the Rocky Mountains, and Izzy, who currently lives in Seattle.

Brian Collard

CFP, CRPS

CFP, CRPS

Financial Advisor; Partner

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Brian began his investment industry career in 2005 and joined Stifel Independent Advisors in 2023. Prior to this, he worked at Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC. Brian helps individuals, retirement plans, and businesses with their wealth management needs. Taking a long-term investment approach, he assists clients in developing and implementing customized strategies designed for building wealth and pursuing their goals.

As part of continuing education, Brian earned the Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist™ designation and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification from the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. The CFP® certification identifies those individuals who have met the experience requirements of the CFP Board, have successfully completed financial planning coursework, and have passed the CFP® Certification Examination. Brian holds Series 7and 66 securities licenses. 

Brian’s favorite part of his work is providing objective and timely financial guidance and seeing it play out over many years of relationships with clients. Away from the office, he enjoys skiing, fishing, and sailing.

Amanda Arcilesi Simmons

CFP

CFP

Financial Advisor; Partner

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Throughout her more than 17 years of financial services experience, Amanda has proudly grown her career skill set. In 2007, Amanda joined the team as a sales associate and now serves as a Partner and Financial Advisor, building holistic strategies and risk-appropriate investment plans.

Amanda enjoys helping her clients stay educated through each phase of their financial journey, including accumulation, risk mitigation, and transfer of wealth. She values the relationships that she creates with her clients and cares deeply about them and their families. Service is key to her business – she listens to each client so that she can help them pursue their goals, rather than trying to implement a one-size-fits-all strategy

Dedicated to continuing education, Amanda earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification. She earned a B.S. in Mass Communication from the University of Utah and holds Series 7, 9 & 10, and 66 securities licenses.

Amanda has been married to her husband, Nate, for 16 years, and they have two amazing kids, Sebastian and Cecilia. Outside the office, Amanda loves to organize birthday parties, plan her family’s Halloween costumes, and craft her annual witty family holiday card. She finds joy in working out with her husband and attending Broadway shows as often as she can. She also serves on the finance and investment committee for Girl Scouts of Utah.

Kelsey Haycock

Operations Manager

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Kelsey has been with ARC Wealth Management for more than five years and joined Stifel Independent Advisors in 2023. She is devoted to assisting the team’s clients in their financial journey. Kelsey’s diverse skillset allows her to serve clients thoroughly and passionately as well as manage office operations.  She works to recognize the often-overwhelming feeling clients face when managing their accounts and makes it her mission to make their service experience as simple as possible.

Kelsey earned a B.S. in Hospitality Management from Lewis-Clark State College in Lewiston, Idaho, where she competed for the women’s golf team all four years. She holds Series 7 and 63 securities licenses. 

Originally from Ogden, Utah, Kelsey now lives in Salt Lake City, Utah, with her dog, Chip. Outside the office, she enjoys golfing, spending time with friends, and visiting her mom in Ogden.

Savannah Miller

Client Service Manager (Non-Registered)

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Savannah works closely with her teammate, Kelsey, in client operations and assists the team in preparing for client meetings.

Instrumental to the team, Savannah is the first point of contact when client account-related matters arise. She is motivated to learn from her colleagues and grow her career in the practice. Savannah enjoys interacting with clients on a daily basis and working with them on their operational needs through their wealth management journey.

Born in Portland, Oregon, Savannah grew up in Salt Lake City and enjoys living close to her parents, sister, and extended family. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Utah in 2022. Outside the office, Savannah enjoys boxing with her sister at a local gym, baking, and spending time with her friends and family.