Who We Are
We are not product-driven or transactional. We serve as long-term advisors, listening carefully and asking thoughtful questions to help you make decisions with clarity and confidence.
Our Mission
To provide thoughtful financial guidance that supports our clients’ goals, preserves what they’ve built, and helps them make meaningful decisions, for today and the generations to come.
Our Values
Fiduciary Commitment
We act in your best interest. Always.
Trust & Transparency
Clear advice, honest communication.
Long-Term Focus
We plan with your future in mind.
Personalized Planning
Every client’s situation is different, and so is every plan.
Relationship-Driven Service
We value continuity and connection over transactions.
Our Team
Christian Reuter
MANAGING PARTNER
As Managing Partner of Arv Private Wealth, Christian brings over two decades of experience helping individuals, families, and business owners make informed financial decisions. He values the long-term relationships he’s formed over the years and considers it a privilege to help clients protect what they’ve built and plan for the future.
His interest in investing began as a child, when his grandfather gave him shares of stock. He became fascinated by the markets and started tracking their value at an early age. Later, after seeing how financial guidance might have changed his own parents’ retirement, he knew he wanted to help others plan more intentionally for their future.
Christian began his career at Morgan Stanley in 2003, following an internship while studying at San Diego State University. Over the years, he held senior leadership roles at Merrill Lynch and RBC Wealth Management. Across these firms, he co-managed a book of business exceeding $250 million, led research and portfolio strategy, and developed custom investment models for high-net-worth families, business owners, and retirement plans. In 2025, he co-founded Arv Private Wealth to offer a more personalized and client-focused experience.
Christian holds Series 7 and 66 licenses through LPL Financial. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a specialization in Financial Services from San Diego State University.
Based in San Diego, Christian is the proud father of three children, ages 16, 14, and 12. Outside of work, he enjoys golf, skiing, and staying active at the gym. He also volunteers as a board member and coach with Scripps Ranch Little League and Scripps Ranch High School athletics.
Scott Robinson
PRESIDENT
Scott Robinson has been helping clients meet their financial needs and goals since 1987. His interest in the industry began during college, when an internship at a brokerage firm gave him a firsthand view of the value of sound financial advice and the impact it can have on people’s lives. That experience sparked a lifelong career dedicated to guiding clients through their financial decisions.
Over the years, Scott has developed deep, long-standing relationships with clients—something he considers the most rewarding part of his work. He values the trust and friendship that naturally form through honest conversations and shared goals.
As President of Arv Private Wealth, Scott is focused on bringing his experience forward—continuing to help clients plan thoughtfully and move toward their objectives. He holds Series 6 and 7 registrations through LPL Financial, insurance licenses in California and Arizona, and a degree from the University of Regina in Saskatchewan, Canada.
Originally from San Diego, he enjoys hiking, fishing, pickleball, and spending time with his wife, three sons, three grandchildren, and their two dogs.
James Scott Robinson, Financial Advisor, CA Insurance License #0A74519.
Michael Capeder
WEALTH CONSULTANT
As a Wealth Consultant at Arv Private Wealth, Michael Capeder supports clients in making informed financial decisions. With five years of experience in the financial industry, he finds it especially rewarding to offer guidance during stressful times—particularly when clients feel uncertain about what steps to take. For Michael, being able to assist with important financial matters and offer practical direction is what makes the work meaningful.
Before joining Arv, Michael held roles at UBS Financial Services Inc. and RBC Capital Markets, LLC, where he worked with a variety of clients, including individuals, families, businesses, and charitable organizations. His focus includes financial planning and portfolio management for both individuals and business owners.
He grew up in St. Paul, Minnesota, in a family of entrepreneurs who emphasized the importance of financial literacy. That influence led him to pursue a career where he could help others better understand their finances and work toward the goals that matter most to them.
Michael earned both his undergraduate and MBA degrees from the University of Denver and holds the Securities Industry Essentials® (SIE®), Series 7, and 66 licenses through LPL Financial.
Based in San Diego, he enjoys skiing, golfing, live music and comedy.
Bill Karabetsos
CLIENT SERVICE ASSOCIATE
Bill Karabetsos brings a diverse background in financial operations, trading, and advisor transitions to his role as Client Service Associate at Arv Private Wealth. His career has spanned commodity brokerage, energy markets, and advisor support, giving him a strong foundation for helping clients and advisors navigate their day to day needs.
Bill grew up in Chicago and earned his Bachelor of Business Administration in Economics from the University of Iowa. He began his career as a licensed commodity broker, where he gained early exposure to market structure and risk management. He later joined Northern Trust in trade operations and went on to work at the Intercontinental Exchange on the energy trading desk, focusing on oil, gas, and power markets. Before joining Arv, Bill served as a Transition Support Partner at LPL Financial.
In his work at Arv Private Wealth, Bill draws on his operational background and commitment to high quality service to support clients and ensure a smooth experience across the firm.
Based in San Diego, Bill enjoys golf, skiing, hiking, biking, and traveling with his fiancé, and they plan to welcome a dog into their family soon.
Deena Stewart
Administrative Consultant
Deena has more than 19 years of experience in the financial services industry and has served in a multitude of roles. She came back to LPL Financial (LPL) as an Admin Consultant in 2023 but also worked on LPL’s Service Team and in Onboarding from 2010-2015.
Deena has a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from American Intercontinental University. She has lived in 5 states and is currently loving life as a Chicagoan with her adult children, grandchildren and Bernedoodle. In her free time, you can find Deena weight training, hiking, dancing, decorating, training her dog, reading or travelling.
Stephen Ghosal
CFO
Stephen Ghosal is a LPL employee and is part of the CFO solutions program that supports multiple advisor's businesses.
Julia Brown
Senior Marketing Consultant
Julia Brown is a LPL employee and is part of the Marketing Solutions program that supports multiple advisor's businesses