Our Team

Joseph “Joey” Cappuccino, CFP^®, CPFA^®

Principal

Financial Advisor

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Professional

Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor

Phone:818.232.7216 ext. 1

Email: joey@cappuccinofinancial.com

Joey has over 18 years of experience in Finance, Insurance, and Lending. He is a graduate of Pepperdine University and holds a B.S. in Business and Management. Prior to joining Commonwealth, he has been an Independent Advisor Representative with LPL Financial and Hill Financial, and prior to this was Regional Advisor Consultant with OppenheimerFunds.

What Joey enjoys most about the financial services industry is providing guidance and education to help his clients pursue their goals and work toward securing their legacy for the next generation. He focuses on tax services, asset allocation, risk management, retirement and estate planning strategies, and equity compensation strategies for professionals. Joey has a passion for investing, utilizing a broad spectrum of asset classes and comprehensive investment strategies. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER^™ and holds series 7, 63, and 65 Registrations through Commonwealth Financial Network® as well as California, Georgia, and Colorado Life Insurance License. Joey has a Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor credential through National Association of Plan Advisors (NAPA).

Joey and his wife Lauren keep busy with their four daughters Francesca, Katherine, Livia, and Emilia (born February 2021). Together they enjoy DIY projects, traveling, wine, and constant kid’s activities! In his free time, Joey enjoys playing golf, running, and cycling. He is a two-time participant in the New York City Marathon representing the Pat Tillman Foundation and actively volunteers with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Conejo Valley.

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Lisa Kaplan

Client Service Manager

Phone: 818.232.7216 ext. 3

Email: lisa@cappuccinofinancial.com

Lisa has a B.A. in Communication Studies from California State University, Long Beach. Prior to joining Cappuccino Financial, she was Vice President of Retail Sales and Marketing at Countrywide Home Loans and prior to that, she was a Marketing Manager for an aftermarket automotive company and an Assistant Account Executive at Saatchi & Saatchi.

As a Client Service Manager, Lisa plays a crucial role in ensuring client satisfaction and the smooth operation of the company's services.  She ensures that clients feel comfortable, valued, and at ease when interacting with us.  This involves addressing client inquiries, concerns, and needs promptly and professionally.  Lisa makes sure to process client transactions accurately and efficiently.  She prepares and coordinates the delivery of clients’ enrollment materials, facilitates transfer of assets or accounts from one financial institution to the company's platform, and assists in setting up and managing their online account access. Overall, Lisa's dedication to providing excellent client service and her ability to ensure accurate and timely transactions processing are critical to the success and reputation of our business.

Lisa and her husband, Ken are native Angelinos and currently reside in Simi Valley. They have two adult children: Ally and Ryan. In her free time, you'll find Lisa hiking with her rescue dog, Kacey, working out and trying out the latest TikTok recipes. She's an avid podcast listener and enjoys reading, live music, wine tasting and traveling as a new empty-nester.

Nick Thanaet

Financial Planning Associate

Phone: 818.232.7216 ext. 4

Email: nick@cappuccinofinancial.com

Nick is a Financial Planning Associate with a deep passion for investing and all things finance. His career path has led him to financial services, where he enjoys helping clients set a plan to achieve their goals and build wealth. Nick uses his skills to contribute to managing client accounts, investment analysis, portfolio development, and a variety of other tasks. 

Nick believes it is important to work with integrity, which he demonstrates by his dedication to providing authentic guidance to clients. He lives his life by the quote "Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game". Nick considers it important to step out of your comfort zone and pursue growth. He lives in Santa Clarita and in his spare time Nick enjoys personal fitness, snowboarding, outdoor activities, and reading. 

He currently holds his FINRA Series 65 through Commonwealth Financial Network and will be graduating with a Bachelor's of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance from California Lutheran University.