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Danny Mercado, Wealth Advisor Associate

Danny Mercado

AAMS™, AWMA™

Senior Wealth Advisor Associate

Walnut Creek, San Francisco

(415) 718-0048

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"My passion for Financial Planning stems from investments, and more importantly from the meaningful relationships that can be made with clients. Witnessing others grow and succeed brings me joy, and knowing I can continue to help others through Mission Wealth brings me even greater satisfaction.”

Danny Mercado is a Senior Wealth Advisor Associate at Mission Wealth, where he supports the team of wealth advisors serving client families in San Francisco, Walnut Creek, and other Bay Area communities.

"My passion for Financial Planning stems from investments, and more importantly from the meaningful relationships that can be made with clients. Witnessing others grow and succeed brings me joy, and knowing I can continue to help others through Mission Wealth brings me even greater satisfaction.”

Danny Mercado is a Senior Wealth Advisor Associate at Mission Wealth, where he supports the team of wealth advisors serving client families in San Francisco, Walnut Creek, and other Bay Area communities.

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Professional Background

Danny Mercado was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, and attended the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Accounting. Danny developed a deep passion for Finance during his time at UCSB, where he joined the Strategic Investments Program to pursue these interests and eventually secured a position within the Dean’s Investment Group. During his time as an Investment Analyst and Portfolio Manager within the group, he assumed leadership roles and contributed to the group's investment strategies.

Danny has earned his Series 65 license and the Accredited Asset Management SpecialistTM certificate. He intends to continue his studies toward a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional designation.

Personal Pursuits

Growing up with a large family, Danny enjoys spending much of his time with loved ones. As an adventurist, he is always open to trying unique foods, exploring foreign cities, and meeting new people. Recently, he moved to San Francisco, California, with his girlfriend and has been appreciating life in the new city.

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