Chris Murray
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional
Chris has been helping individuals and institutions achieve their financial goals since 1994. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in business from California State University, Fresno and the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional designation.
In addition to providing wealth management and investment services to our individual clients, Chris provides investment related services to trustees and investment committees of a number of corporate retirement plans throughout California. He is the founder and managing member of Sierra Pacific Wealth Advisory Group.
Chris has a deep passion for history, economics, music, and lifelong learning. He enjoys playing guitar, reading, and exploring new ideas. Whether traveling or spending time with his kids, Chris finds inspiration in meaningful conversations, new places, and the stories that shape the world.
Vance Talbot
Operations Manager
Vance holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance from Cal State University Fresno, earned in 1992.
With over 25 years of experience in enterprise software applications, Vance has specialized in helping organizations enhance their accounting, payroll, human resources, and supply chain management operations.
Since 2020, Vance has been with Sierra Pacific Wealth. As part of the operations team, he focuses on improving the client experience and optimizing day-to-day operations.
Originally from the South San Joaquin Valley, Vance now resides in the Friant, CA area with his wife of 33 years, Katie. He enjoys spending time with his grown children and grandchildren, as well as exploring the beautiful foothill and Sierra Mountain areas.
Jeannette Raypholtz
Advisory Assistant
Jeannette studied Finance and Accounting at California State University Fresno and earned her Bachelor's Degree in 1987. With over 22 years of experience in the financial services space, as well as local family business administration and property management expertise, she brings a diverse skillset and an abundance of knowledge to Sierra Pacific Wealth Advisory Group.
In addition to her industry compliance expertise, Jeannette is a notary. She’s also an integral part of the financial planning and portfolio management process at SPWAG, with the fundamental goal of helping clients implement strategies to reach their financial goals.
Barbara Mannon
Administrative Assistant
Barbara has been with Sierra Pacific since 2012. Since joining our team, Barbara has helped improve back-office efficiency and client relations. She has over 2 decades of experience in bookkeeping and office management.
The Freedom to Build Your Foundation
We went independent because every investment decision should be made with your long-term goals in mind. We can provide guidance to you without any pressure to promote proprietary products or strategies, while other firms may be beholden to a parent company that employs them. We welcome you into our office to speak openly, ask questions, and plan sustainable strategies with no mandates or managers influencing our recommendations.
