UBS Advisor David J. Van Acker Named to Forbes/SHOOK Best-in-State Wealth Advisors List

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UBS Wealth Management USA announced that David J. Van Acker, a Financial Advisor in Westlake Village, California, has been recognized on the Forbes/SHOOK Research Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list for 2021 for the third consecutive year. This prestigious list includes over 5,000 advisors managing more than $6 trillion in client assets. Van Acker, a Certified Financial Planner™ and veteran of the financial services industry, has been a member of UBS’s Chairman’s Council for 29 years. His recognition underscores his commitment to providing clients with expert financial planning.

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• David Van Acker recognized on Forbes/SHOOK Research Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list for 2021.
• He has achieved this recognition for three consecutive years.
• Over 5,000 advisors evaluated, managing more than $6 trillion in client assets.
• Demonstrates UBS's strong reputation in wealth management.

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UBS Wealth Management USA announced today that David J. Van Acker, a Financial Advisor in the firm’s Westlake Village, California office, has been named to the Forbes/ SHOOK Research Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list for 2021. This is the third year he has been named to the list.

“We are proud that David has been recognized to this prestigious list," said Louis Skertich, Westlake Village Branch Manager at UBS Wealth Management USA. "He continuously provides his clients with the highest level of expertise, which is why so many long-term clients consider him to be a trusted, family advisor."

David is a 40 year veteran of the financial services industry. Prior to this, he served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War and after being honorably discharged, began his career in the grocery industry, holding various leadership roles.

As a Certified Financial Planner™, David takes great care preparing and implementing a long-term financial plan for his clients that adjusts to life events. David has been a member of UBS’s Chairman’s Council for 29 years and the even more elite Chairman’s Inner Circle for 24 years. He also served as co-chair of the Financial Advisor Advisory Council (FAAC) Intellectual Capital and Solutions Committee. The FAAC is a 14-member team of advisors who provide leadership and counsel to the highest levels of management at UBS. An active member of his community, David is a big supporter of the local YMCA and the St. Jude Children’s Hospital in California.

This year’s Forbes/SHOOK Research Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list is comprised of over 5,000 Advisors across the country, managing more than $6 trillion in client assets. Each advisor is chosen based on an algorithm of qualitative and quantitative measures including phone and in-person interviews, compliance records, and revenue generated for their firms.

For the full list and further information visit: https://www.forbes.com/best-in-state-wealth-advisors.

Notes to Editors

About UBS Global Wealth Management

As the world's largest wealth manager, UBS Global Wealth Management provides comprehensive advice, solutions and services to wealthy families and individuals around the world. Clients who work with UBS benefit from a fully integrated set of wealth management capabilities and expertise, including wealth planning, investment management, capital markets, banking, lending and institutional and corporate financial advice.

About UBS

UBS provides financial advice and solutions to wealthy, institutional and corporate clients worldwide, as well as private clients in Switzerland. UBS's strategy is centered on our leading global wealth management business and our premier universal bank in Switzerland, enhanced by Asset Management and the Investment Bank. The bank focuses on businesses that have a strong competitive position in their targeted markets, are capital efficient, and have an attractive long-term structural growth or profitability outlook.

UBS is present in all major financial centers worldwide. It has offices in more than 50 regions and locations, with about 30% of its employees working in the Americas, 31% in Switzerland, 19% in the rest of Europe, the Middle East and Africa and 20% in Asia Pacific. UBS Group AG employs over 68,000 people around the world. Its shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).

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FAQ

What is the significance of David J. Van Acker's recognition by Forbes?

David J. Van Acker's recognition on the Forbes/SHOOK Research Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list highlights his expertise and commitment to client service in wealth management.

How many advisors were considered for the Forbes Best-in-State list?

Over 5,000 advisors were evaluated to determine the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list.

What assets do the advisors on the Forbes list manage?

The advisors on the Forbes list collectively manage more than $6 trillion in client assets.

How many years has David J. Van Acker been recognized on the Forbes list?

David J. Van Acker has been recognized on the Forbes list for three consecutive years.

What qualifications does David J. Van Acker hold?

David J. Van Acker is a Certified Financial Planner™ and has 40 years of experience in the financial services industry.