William "Alec" Gard, CTFA

Vice President, Client Advisor

Pasadena, CA

Alec is a Vice President, Client Advisor in Whittier Trust’s Pasadena office, where he specializes in advising high-net-worth families, entrepreneurs, and executives. He works closely with his clients’ network of trusted professionals to develop customized solutions for wealth preservation, complex trust structures, and multi-generational planning. With a deep understanding of fiduciary investment management, Alec is committed to delivering strategic, client-first financial guidance.

Since joining the firm in 2016, Alec has played a key role in expanding client relationships and driving business development, contributing to the firm’s reputation as a leading wealth management firm.

Alec earned his B.S. in Finance from George Mason University and holds the Certified Trust & Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA) certification, as well as the Accredited Fiduciary Investment Manager (AIFM®) designation. He is currently pursuing his MBA at the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California. He is also an active member of CCIM Greater Los Angeles and the LA Golf Committee as a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society.

Originally from Northern Virginia, Alec has been passionate about golf since childhood, having been mentored by his grandfather, a PGA professional. He continues to leverage golf as a key avenue for building meaningful relationships and engaging with clients and industry professionals.