
Learn About Rory Macdonald
Personal Pursuits
Rory Macdonald, who was born in Sydney, Australia, spent his childhood in Orange County before settling down in San Diego, California. Outside of work, Rory likes to maintain an active lifestyle and has a keen interest in ocean activities such as surfing and paddleboarding. His experience as an ocean lifeguard for several years has instilled in him a deep appreciation for the beauty and power of the ocean. When not at the beach, Rory also enjoys hiking, traveling, and trying out new restaurants.
Professional Background
Rory Macdonald's journey in finance started with an internship at Merrill Lynch. After finishing his graduate studies, he joined Mission Wealth in 2012. Through his hard work and dedication, Rory has rapidly progressed to the role of Partner and Senior Wealth Advisor, leading a team of wealth advisors and associates in southern California to provide their clients with tailored investment and financial planning strategies to achieve their long-term goals.
Rory has a Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics, with a minor in Exercise and Health Science, and a Master of Arts in Economics from the University of California, Santa Barbara. He also holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation.
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