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Meet the Team

Welcome To Navigation Group

While many firms start with leading questions, at Navigation Group, we begin with a conversation about what matters most to you.

We believe meaningful financial planning starts with understanding your values, goals, and vision for the future. That's why we begin by asking a simple but powerful question: Why? The answer often leads to the most important conversations, providing insight into your experiences, priorities, and the legacy you hope to create.

For decades, individuals, families, entrepreneurs, executives, and retirees throughout Redwood City, Atherton, Palo Alto, San Carlos, Silicon Valley, and the greater San Francisco Bay Area have turned to Navigation Group for thoughtful guidance and objective financial advice. We serve as advocates for our clients, providing transparent recommendations and a disciplined approach designed to help them navigate life's financial opportunities and challenges with confidence.

As an independent wealth management firm, we answer to no corporate board or outside interests. Our commitment is to the people and families we serve. We strive to treat your wealth with the same care, diligence, and responsibility we would our own, helping you make informed decisions aligned with your unique goals.

Whether you are building wealth, preparing for retirement, managing a business transition, or planning your legacy, we meet you where you are and provide the personalized planning, guidance, and long-term partnership needed to move forward with clarity. Together, we help create a roadmap designed to support financial independence, preserve wealth, and give you greater confidence in the future.

Carlo Panaccione

Carlo Panaccione, CFP®

Founder, Private Wealth Advisor, LPL Registered Principal

Erik Davis

Erik S. Davis, CFP®

Founder, Private Wealth Advisor, LPL Registered Principal

Patrick McCullough

Patrick McCullough, CFP®

Director of Client Service

John Kim

John Kim

Director of Portfolio Management

Neel Desai

Neel Desai

Planning, Portfolio Specialist, LPL Registered Administrative Assistant

Karen Franco

Karen K. Franco, CFP®

Planning Specialist, LPL Registered Administrative Assistant

Scott Hyland

Scott Hyland

Certified Financial Planner, CFP®

Chris  Panaccione

Chris Panaccione

Business Operations Associate

Madeline Panaccione

Madeline Panaccione

Client Experience Associate

Brionna Bramble

Brionna Bramble

Client Services

Lace Van Devender

Lace Van Devender

Senior Client Services Associate

Karisma Rivera

Karisma Rivera

Senior Client Services Associate

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