MEET THE TEAM
The Elevage Partners team – financial planners, wealth management advisors and client service representatives – is here to help you invest for your WHY™.
CHIEF INVESTMENT OFFICER
Thierry Hasse
As chief investment officer, I bring over 35 years of global financial markets experience to Elevage Partners, leading our investment committee and managing client portfolios. As part of the Executive Team, I collaborate on business strategy and growth initiatives that drive long-term success. I also contribute to the firm’s alternative investments, leveraging my expertise in structuring and managing these assets.
From 1988 to 1998, I was a senior portfolio manager at Asset-Backed Management Corp., a leveraged fund specializing in residential mortgage-backed securities. I then spent a decade as a managing director at Credit Agricole Corporate & Investment Bank, leading its New York fixed-income trading team. My career continued at KeyBank Capital Markets and Auriga USA, where I co-led mortgage-backed securities trading and later managed a series of distressed funds.
I hold a finance degree from Hautes Études Commerciales in Paris and a U.S. Series 65 license.
Outside of work, I enjoy skiing, sailing, and competitive bridge, where I’ve earned master player status. My wife and I live in Westchester County, New York, near our four adult children and grandchildren.
Favorite Quote: “When you go through hell, keep going!” – Winston Churchill
WEALTH MANAGEMENT ADVISOR
Mark Zembo, MBA
I believe our lives are built around stories—stories that define us and shape our dreams. As an advisor, I love hearing clients’ financial stories, understanding what matters most to them, and helping them build a solid foundation for the next chapter in their lives.
I joined Elevage Partners in 2021, bringing 23 years of financial services and business ownership experience. My background in business coaching reinforced the value of teamwork, making the firm’s specialist-driven, employee-owned model a perfect fit. Collaboration in planning, investing, and client services helps us create meaningful opportunities for clients.
I hold a bachelor’s degree in finance from Miami University (Ohio), an MBA from Ohio Dominican University, and a Series 65 license. I am a Certified Business Coach™ and recently earned a master’s in professional coaching from Middlesex University in the U.K.
Outside of work, I enjoy time with my four sons, whether supporting their athletic pursuits or traveling to games. When I’m home in Sunbury, Ohio, I’m often on the golf course, out with my wife and our two energetic dogs, or riding my tractor—a nod to my family’s farming roots.
Favorite Quote: “Be the reason someone believes in the goodness of people.”
FINANCIAL PLANNER
Chris Beede, CFP®
I’ve spent 42 years in the financial services industry, including 35 years in corporate finance and strategic planning. Then I made a pivot to personal financial planning and pursued and achieved the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation.
I find financial planning tremendously rewarding. Often, the process of planning enables me to search and uncover options that result in optimizing the client’s resources while developing a path forward that they can have confidence in – regardless of their life stage. Our planning activities put the client’s interests first, and that aligns with the ethical standard that I hold dear.
My corporate experience taught me that the foundation of business success is a strong team commitment to building and consistently delivering a superior customer experience. Finding a way to combine these principles is what motivates me when I work with Elevage Partners clients.
As a big-picture strategic thinker, I put my strong analytic skills and experience to work when crafting financial plans. It is a lifelong mindset that took root when earning a bachelor's degree in accounting from Bucknell University and now carries over to helping individuals and families confidently plan for their future.
Outside of the office, I enjoy golf, cycling and gardening. My wife and I have two adult daughters who currently reside on each coast. We reside in Great Barrington, Massachusetts.
Favorite Quote: “Wherever you go, there you are.”
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Romina Fahl
I thrive on building connections—between people, businesses and ideas. With 15+ years in customer success, business development and sales, I’ve learned that growth comes from strong relationships, strategic execution and delivering real value.
At Elevage Partners, I lead business development, optimizing digital marketing and aligning marketing with sales to expand our reach and forge meaningful partnerships.
Previously, I worked in B2B SaaS, fintech and business intelligence, helping companies enhance engagement, retention and revenue. My journey has included a NASA internship, professional acting, neurobiology research and founding Latinos at Sisense, an employee-led inclusivity group.
Outside of work, I’m a music lover, lifelong equestrian and mom to two adventurous boys. I believe that stepping outside your comfort zone is where the magic happens.
Favorite Quote: “You have to feel scared to be brave.” — My oldest son
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Rylee Molck
My professional path shifted in 2020 when I accepted my first position in financial services. Since joining Elevage Partners in 2022, my role has expanded and now allows me to bring my organizational skills, computer knowledge, attention to detail, and my quest for quick problem resolution to the benefit of a larger number of people. I view every account as a puzzle to be solved and enjoy watching the pieces fall into place. I love watching numbers grow and knowing how those numbers can create a feeling of peace and security. It is my goal to make sure that as many people as possible can have these feelings.
In college I studied nursing, which gave me a deeper appreciation for people's needs and helping them meet those needs. I continue to bring this to my work with me every single day. By connecting with my clients, I can follow my heart into each and every account and I have a front row seat to their success in life.
I enjoy archery, puzzles and jumping into a good romance book now and then. I can often be found in or around my home doing arts and crafts, playing games, or training birds. I live in the White Mountains of Arizona with my husband, son and my bird, Kel.
Favorite Quote: “I think people are like locks. Really complicated, but you can't force them. You have to take time and be fiddly. You learn to be patient and just wait until you hear the click.” – Parker from Leverage
FOUNDER & CEO
Jeff Powell
After being in the financial services industry for more than three decades, I’m proud to have built a Registered Investment Advisor firm that, over the last 10 years, has helped clients navigate their individual life journeys, including a pandemic. We are growing, adding exceptional talent to the team and are poised for an exciting second decade. As the practical type, I get up each day contemplating the issues that need to be solved and think about how to best leverage our resources for efficient and effective outcomes. I surround myself with leaders and professionals with complementary skills, knowledge and perspectives. Together, with a broad spectrum of experience and viewpoints, we weave thoughtful and well-vetted decisions into the advice, information and service that Elevage Partners delivers to our valued clients and business partners. I hold a Series 65 license and earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Arizona, with an emphasis in portfolio theory and finance.
I enjoy golf, culinary arts, winemaking, hiking and serving as a student mentor with Students Rising Above. I reside in Reno, Nev., with my wife Lori (who is president of Elevage Partners) and our three furry kids: our Bernese Mountain Dogs.
Favorite Quote: “You can’t live a perfect day without doing something for someone who will never be able to repay you.” – John Wooden
PRESIDENT
Lori Powell
Throughout my career, I have been motived by the quest to help clients – especially women – make informed and confident decisions regarding their money. One of our company’s key responsibilities to clients is to create meaning about money and ensure understanding about the financial choices they make at any stage of their life journey. Understanding “why” is as important as knowing “how,” and I believe we best serve our clients when their “why” is well planned for. Prior to becoming president of Elevage Partners in 2021, I spent 35 years working in the corporate financial services industry. I hold a Series 65 license and a Certified Master Business Coach™ credential. I earned my bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Washington and a master’s degree in professional coaching from Middlesex University in London. Currently, I am in the research phase of a doctoral program that is addressing the true wishes and needs of women as consumers of financial services.
When not in the office, I enjoy entertaining, reading, rooting for the Golden State Warriors, travel, gardening, and solving puzzles. After residing in Napa, Calif., for 22 years and now living on the eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada range in Reno, Nev., my husband, Jeff, (Elevage Partners’ CEO), and I are enjoying mountain life. We have three furry kids, our Bernese Mountain Dogs.
Favorite Quote: “We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.” – Winston Churchill
Affiliated Advisor
WEALTH MANAGEMENT ADVISOR
Chuck Copeland
I have more than 20 years of experience in financial services and joined Elevage Partners in 2012. I share the company's passion and vision for helping clients retire successfully. I hold a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of California, Riverside, a master's degree in economics from Cal Poly Pomona. My goal is for Elevage Partners clients to be better off because of the work I’ve contributed to their financial plans.
Outside of work, I enjoy time with family, playing golf and tennis, and reading.