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Dorothy Santiago
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
520 Newport Center Dr
Newport Beach CA 92660
(949) 721.6540
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Whatever your personal goals may be, I will work together with you, one-on-one, to develop a personalized financial strategy designed to help you pursue your long-term goals.
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Whatever your personal goals may be, we will work together with you, one-on-one, to develop a personalized financial strategy designed to help you pursue your long-term goals.

Recognition
Forbes "America"s Top Women Wealth Advisors", 2020-2021
(Published annually Feb – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 – September 30 of prior year.)
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors", 2021-2024
(Published annually Jan – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 of prior year.)
Forbes "Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State", 2022-2025
(Published annually Feb – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 – September 30 of prior year.)
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About Me

Dorothy began her distinguished career in the financial services industry in 1981 and joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 1989, where she honed her knowledge in providing sophisticated wealth management strategies to high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth families. With over four decades of experience, Dorothy combines a deep understanding of complex financial structures with an unwavering commitment to offering strategic advice that aligns with her clients' evolving needs.
Her mission is to help clients streamline their multifaceted financial lives, providing them with the clarity and discipline required to make informed decisions. By organizing and optimizing their wealth management strategies, Dorothy enables families to focus on what truly matters to them- whether it's family, business, travel or philanthropic endeavors.
Dorothy's approach is centered on delivering personalized, lifetime financial guidance, helping to ensure that each client's unique financial situation is addressed with care and precision. Her ability to simplify complexity and craft bespoke strategies allows families to preserve and grow their wealth while gaining the freedom to pursue their passions.
Dorothy earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Chapman University in Orange, California.

Meet Our Professional Staff
Annette Jurkatis
Officer, Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
949.721.6544
Barbara Harboldt
Assistant Vice President, Wealth Management Associate
949.721.6543
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Dorothy Santiago is registered to do business in AZ, CA, CT, DE, FL, HI, ID, IL, IN, KS, MA, MD, ME, MI, MT, NC, NJ, NV, NY, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA.
Investments & Wealth Institute™ (The Institute) is the owner of the certification marks CPWA® and Certified Private Wealth Advisor®. Use of CPWA®, and/or Certified Private Wealth Advisor® signifies that the user has successfully completed the Institute’s initial and ongoing credentialing requirements for wealth advisors.