Sathya is a visionary leader in wealth management, transforming the lives of her clients through strategic guidance and unwavering dedication. With close to two decades of experience, she has built a reputation as a financial architect—designing tailored, holistic strategies that not only secure her clients’ financial futures but empower them to live fulfilling, purpose-driven lives. As Co-Founder of Arise Private Wealth, Sathya is driven by a simple but profound belief: that financial success is within reach for those who take bold, deliberate action, backed by a clear and thoughtful plan.

Her name, derived from the Sanskrit word for “truth,” reflects the core of who she is—both personally and professionally. Sathya immerses herself in understanding the truth of her clients’ needs, concerns, and aspirations, offering them the clarity and confidence to navigate complex financial decisions. Her approach is not just about managing wealth; it's about creating lasting legacies, helping clients live in alignment with their deepest values and ambitions.

Born in a refugee camp in Thailand, where her family sought refuge after the Cambodian genocide, Sathya’s personal story is one of resilience and transformation. From these humble beginnings, she has risen to become a leading force in her industry, driven by a deep-seated passion to help others create their own success stories. Her life experience fuels her belief that anyone can change their financial reality with the right guidance, vision, and commitment.

A passionate advocate for mentoring the next generation, Sathya is dedicated to empowering women and minority groups to recognize their potential and achieve greatness. She believes that financial empowerment is a powerful tool for creating generational change, and she takes pride in helping others—especially those from underrepresented communities—see the possibilities within themselves to reach higher, break barriers, and build their own paths to success.

Sathya is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a Chartered SRI Counselor® (CSRIC®), a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst®, and an Accredited Investment Fiduciary®. She holds an MBA from USC Marshall School of Business and has been recognized as one of the Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In-State for 2024, 2025 and 2026. At Arise Private Wealth, she combines deep expertise with cutting-edge technology to optimize client outcomes and deliver an unparalleled experience.

Beyond her professional achievements, Sathya is a pillar of her community. She serves as Commissioner on the City of Long Beach Commission for Women & Girls, a Governing Board Member of MemorialCare Health System, and a champion for low-income families with critically ill children through her involvement with Miracle for Kids. She also leads mindfulness and meditation workshops with her sound healing band, Heart of Ananda, reflecting her commitment to holistic well-being. 

A proud wife to Landon, CEO of Hundred Acre Wines, and mother to Milana, Zion and Phoenix, Sathya exemplifies what it means to lead with integrity, purpose, and compassion. Whether in her role as a financial advisor, a community leader, or a mother, Sathya is unwavering in her mission: to inspire others to take charge of their financial future and create lives that are not just prosperous but deeply meaningful.

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*Sathya received this award in 2026. The Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisor ranking, developed by SHOOK Research, is based on in-person and telephone due diligence meetings and a ranking algorithm that includes: client retention, industry experience, review of compliance records, firm nominations; and quantitative criteria, including: assets under management and revenue generated for their firms. Portfolio performance is not a criterion due to varying client objectives and lack of audited data. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK Research receives a fee in exchange for rankings.

AdvisorHub Award. AdvisorHub issued 200 Women Advisors to Watch on 6/12/26 based on the following eligibility requirements and data for 12/31/23 – 12/31/24: 7+ years experience, $150+ mil in assets under management, 2+ years at current firm, regulatory history, scale, growth and professionalism. A total of 1984 applications were received and included team member/self-nominations with 700 award recipients being recognized among several sub-categories: RIAs (fee-only), Over $1bil, Under $1bil, Next Gen, Women, Solo, and Advisors to Watch. No fee was paid to participate or promote the award. This recognition is not an endorsement nor is it based on or indicative of any one client’s experience with the financial advisor, past investment performance or a guarantee of future results.