Learn About Keaton Krutenat
Professional Background
Keaton Krutenat honed his expertise through education and hands-on experience. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Pepperdine University with a Bachelor of Arts in Finance, and was recognized on the Dean's List and as an Outstanding Finance Student. He began his career in government contracting, where he was responsible for quality control and helping project managers find pricing and create bids. This experience taught him the value of meticulous attention to detail and the benefits of continual learning. In 2021, he joined Mission Wealth as a Technology Associate, and quickly demonstrated his aptitude by advancing to an advisory role. His commitment to excellence and passion for helping others make him a valuable asset to the Mission Wealth team.
In addition to his education from Pepperdine University, he continues to place an importance on continuing education. In 2022, Keaton earned his Accredited Wealth Management Advisor™ designation.
Personal Pursuits
Keaton is a firm believer in the importance of staying active and taking time for oneself. In his free time, he enjoys running, hiking, practicing yoga, and playing various sports on the Santa Barbara beaches. When he is looking to unwind, he can often be found cooking up a storm in the kitchen or enjoying his extensive vinyl collection. Keaton finds that these activities not only keep him energized and engaged but also help him to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Community Impact
Keaton has a strong commitment to serving and giving back to his Santa Barbara community. He is passionate about supporting various causes and is the Volunteer Activities Director at The Goodtimes Project, a camp for pediatric cancer patients. Additionally, he enjoys dedicating his time to help youth at Solid Foundations, an afterschool program that provides academic and social support. Keaton strongly believes in the power of giving back to create positive change in the world, and he feels privileged to be able to make a difference in the lives of those around him.
About Mission Wealth
Mission Wealth is a nationally recognized Registered Investment Advisory firm (RIA) founded in 2000 known for its service model, driven by a world-class technology stack that offers financial planning, investment counsel, tax strategies, estate planning coordination, philanthropic advice, and asset protection solutions tailored to each client’s needs.Mission Wealth’s vision is to provide caring advice that empowers families to achieve their life dreams. Our founders were pioneers in the industry when they embraced the client-first principles of objective advice, comprehensive financial planning, coordination with other professional advisors, and proactive service. Mission Wealth is a fiduciary, and our holistic planning process provides clarity and confidence.