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WEALTH MANAGEMENT ADVISOR

Andy Tadesse

617 Eastlake Avenue East, Suite 100, Seattle, WA 98109
+12065292660
ATadesse@tiaa.org
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About Me

As a Wealth Management Advisor at TIAA, I specialize in transforming complex financial goals into clear, actionable plans that evolve alongside my clients' needs. I guide individuals through every stage of their financial journey — from building and growing wealth to planning for a secure retirement and establishing a lasting legacy. Since joining TIAA in 2012, I have focused my practice on retirement income planning, including tax-aware spend-down strategies, and delivering actionable, comprehensive financial advice. My approach begins with a thorough financial plan tailored to each client's unique circumstances and long-term objectives. Prior to joining TIAA, I accumulated over 15 years of experience in financial planning and commercial banking at JP Morgan Chase and Bank of America Merrill Lynch. Throughout my tenure at these institutions, I specialized in serving high-net-worth individuals and organizations, helping them navigate complex financial landscapes and develop sophisticated, strategic solutions aligned with their long-term goals. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Finance and Technology Innovation Management from the University of Washington. Outside of work, I enjoy supporting our three children in their various sports and activities, and I am an active volunteer with our church. In our free time, my family and I love to travel and immerse ourselves in new destinations and cultures.

Why work with us?

A tailored financial roadmap

We build your financial plan around you-your life, goals, and values-with advice that adapts as your needs evolve and your journey moves forward.

Comprehensive advice, real results

Trusted by professionals for over 100 years, we offer advice and solutions with a retirement-first focus- designed for real impact, not quick wins.

Holistic legacy planning

Get personalized guidance for retirement, estate planning and more-built on trust, long-term vision, and our fiduciary duty to put your needs first.

PLAN. GROW. PROTECT

Who we are, what we do

About TIAA

TIAA is a trusted financial services provider with a mission to help people achieve lifelong financial well-being. Since 1918, we've helped educators, healthcare workers, and nonprofit employees retire with confidence. Our strength lies in our deep expertise in retirement planning, responsible investing, and income solutions.

We put our participants first-offering advice, education, and tools to help them make informed decisions. With a long-standing commitment to doing what's right, we've earned recognition as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies and continue to help individuals and institutions plan for a secure financial future.

TIAA Wealth Management

TIAA Wealth Management offers personalized financial guidance grounded in experience and trust. Our advisors partner with you to create a tailored plan that supports your unique goals-whether that means growing wealth, planning your legacy, or navigating retirement.

We take a holistic approach, covering investment management, estate strategies, tax planning, and more. As fiduciaries, we prioritize your interests and focus on delivering advice that aligns with your life. Backed by the strength and history of TIAA, our advisors are here to help you make confident decisions and build a financial future that works for you.

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