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The financial world is complicated.
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Claris has built a stellar team of financial advisors and investment professionals who were drawn here by our philosophy of client-centric service. Today, backed by state-of-the-art technology and proven resources, Claris offers its clients financial planning and investment management that is intimate, personal and cutting edge.

John Paxton

John Paxton

President and Managing Director

john.paxton@clarisfinancial.com

Claris founder John Paxton began his financial services career in 1996 as an advisor with Wheat, First, Butcher, Singer, (“Wheat”), and today, he continues to practice a consultative approach to financial planning...

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Debbie Tucker

Debbie Tucker

Wealth Manager

debbie.tucker@clarisfinancial.com

Debbie started her financial services career at Bank of America where she enjoyed assisting her clients with a wide range of banking services. Since 2010, Debbie has worked in the brokerage industry, most recently B Riley Wealth...
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Katy Oliver

Katy Oliver

Client Relationship Associate

katy.oliver@clarisfinancial.com

Katy has been a principal in developing the administrative structure for Claris Financial since its founding, and she is known for her highly personal approach to client service. Katy began her financial services career with...

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Karen Johnson

Karen Johnson

Client Relationship Associate

karen.johnson@clarisfinancial.com

Karen joined Claris as a part-time administrative assistant in 2021. Before joining us, she worked in the brokerage industry at B Riley Wealth Management. Karen greatly enjoys working with the Claris team and our clients. She lives in...
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