Ken Painter is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Strata Wealth Advisors. He partners with families to clarify and shape their vision, values, and goals, then collaborates with their team of advisors to optimize financial planning and investment strategies. He has been recognized as a Best Financial Planner by D Magazine for 13 consecutive years (2012–2024).*
Ken earned his B.B.A. in Finance from the University of North Texas in 2000 and obtained the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification in 2005. He began his career at Fidelity Investments, focusing exclusively on investment planning. Seeking a more holistic and client-centered approach, he co-founded KPLL Private Wealth in 2003. In 2017, he launched Strata Wealth Advisors as an independent wealth management firm.
Outside the office, Ken enjoys spending quality time with his wife, Lauren, and their two sons, Preston and Paxton. He is an avid reader and enjoys mountain biking, travel, and staying active. He is also proficient in Spanish and continues to hone his skills in the language.