The Hagwood Tomoda Group

45 William Street
Suite 100
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
(800) 937.0895
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Our objective is to prioritize the distinct needs and objectives of the families, institutions, businesses, and communities we serve. We provide our professional experience and knowledge from years of creating customized strategies to assist clients in attaining financial stability, accumulating wealth, and fulfilling their aspirations.
The Hagwood Tomoda Group
Welcome

Founded in 2001, The Hagwood Tomoda Group has distinguished itself by providing customized advice and guidance to a select group of affluent families, corporate executives, business owners, institutions, endowments & foundations, retirement plan sponsor, and religious organizations.

Since our beginning we have dedicated our professionalism and knowledge to make a meaningful impact for the clients we serve by creating potential solutions that serve the best interest of clients. Our narrative revolves around collaboration, unwavering commitment, and seamlessly connecting the dots for families, executives, institutions, and employers alike.

Our core values guide our decision-making, our actions with our clients, and the way we support each other on our team. We invite you to reach out to any of us to learn more about how we can help you realize your goals and aspirations.


Recognition
Aaron Hagwood
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors", 2024
(Published on April 3, 2024. Rankings based on data as of June 30, 2023.)
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2023-2024
(Published annually in January. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of prior year.)
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The Hagwood Tomoda Group
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2023-2024
(Published annually in January. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of prior year.)
About Us
Why Us

For decades, we have helped busy professionals, senior executives, retirees, institutions and businesses, and nonprofits navigate the ever-evolving landscape of the markets, economy, and regulations. With our years of experience and achievement of industry designations and certifications we have the knowledge and resources to help you find a successful path towards your goals and aspirations.

We have successfully helped:

  • Executives and employees of publicly traded companies navigate the complexities of stock awards and bonuses.
  • Families and individuals make a graceful transition into a successful retirement.
  • Create a future for heirs and a legacy for multiple generations.
  • Start-ups to billion-dollar companies provide a competitive and robust benefits package to attract and retain employees.
  • Non-profits and endowments manage their investments to help the people and communities they directly impact.
  • Entrepreneurs and business owners navigate the potential IPO or sale of their business.

Whatever your situation entails you can expect honest and transparent financial advice that is in your best interest. Our core values and principals guide our decision-making, our actions with you, and the way we support each other within our team.

Meet Our Team
Aaron Hagwood,

CIMA®, CKP®, CPFA™

Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
781.431.4081
Scott Tomoda
Senior Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
781.431.4034
Christine Droney,

ChFC®, CFP®, CPWA®, CRPC™

First Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
781.431.4082
Andres Castano,

CIMA®, CPFA™, CRPS™

First Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
781.431.4035
Philip Miller,

CRPC™

Assistant Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
781.431.4007
Patricia Phillips
Registered Senior Wealth Management Client Associate
781.431.4026
Kristy M. Thompson
Wealth Management Client Associate
781.431.4061
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