In 1977, he founded J.G. Garcés & Co., an investment services company that grew to become Colombia’s largest Broker-Dealer. He also co-founded and served as vice president of the board of directors of a stock exchange (Bolsa de Occidente), founded a US Broker-Dealer (Investors Street), and founded a Colombian investment bank (Tecnoinversiones S.A.).

He was also instrumental in modernizing the securities market in Colombia by participating in the creation of the country’s first securities depository, working to liberate commission structures, and creating an electronic trading system.

In 1999, he founded 57 West Capital Advisors, Inc. a Registered Investment Advisory firm specializing in equity portfolio management, equity investments, and business consulting services. He is currently responsible for managing and developing the firm's investment strategy.

He currently serves as an Investment Advisor Representative, Research Analyst, and Director of Marketing. He graduated from Texas State University with a degree in Political Science with a concentration in International Business.

Presently, Sebastian is leading a series of projects in the areas of technology optimization, digitization, and automation. The projects are aimed at improving efficiency, streamlining the company’s procedures, extending the reach and strengthening the impact of the investment methodology, and improving client management services. He also directs the company’s lead generation strategy and provides training for sales personnel.

He attended Texas State University in San Marcos, where he obtained a Bachelor of Finance. He began his career as a Financial Services Professional with a focus on personal, business, and estate planning through specialized investment products. Subsequently, he became an Investment Advisor Representative and Portfolio Manager to further his abilities and provide personalized service for his clients.

She has a background in law and began her career at a small Accounting and Real Estate firm in her hometown. Eventually, she found her way to Austin, where she became the Administrative Director at our company.

Her main objective as a professional, leader and person is to serve with the utmost respect, prioritizing the understanding of our clients' needs. We are delighted to have her onboard and look forward to all the ideas, improvements, and creativity we believe she will bring to multiple areas of our business.

He graduated with honors from Schreiner University in 2018 with an undergraduate degree in Finance and graduated with honors from St. Edwards University at the Bill Munday School of Business MBA program.

Growing up in a big city had a profound impact on Ford and exposed him to different cultures and people from an early age. Being a Texan formed him into a person who loves the outdoors, hunting, fishing, kayaking, and hiking. I am an avid cook and eater and have a white lab named CeCe.

He has a degree in Industrial Engineering, but over the years took an interest in finance and company analysis. He has over five years of experience in developing and managing strategic business plans for real estate development projects while prioritizing social transformation and innovation. Furthermore, he became an Investment Advisor Representative to provide a more complete service to our clients and work to help them achieve their desired financial goals.