Meet Your Advisor
Scott A. Hume, CFP®
Scott Hume has been a Certified Financial Planner® for over 25 years and founded Salish Wealth Management in 2016. Prior to forming his firm, he locally managed two national financial advisory firms. Today, he works with affluent individuals, families and local businesses to help them plan and execute their financial goals, providing comprehensive financial planning and cross border investment management.
Scott sits on the Board of Directors for Moloney Securities and has served on various other local councils, boards and commissions. He is an active member of the Bellingham Chamber of Commerce, and the Northwest Washington Fair. In his free time, Scott is busy with his family on their hobby farm, coaching his kids’ wrestling teams, and assisting in their extra-curricular activities. In addition, Scott is involved in the local aviation community, is an active member of Legacy Church and volunteers his time to financial counseling and serving on mission trips in South America.
Contact Scott at 360.671.5900
Aretha Ryan
Financial Advisor
Aretha is a Financial Advisor with over 17 years of experience in financial services. Aretha was born and raised in White Rock, B.C. before moving to Whatcom County and graduating from Western Washington University with a Bachelor’s in Finance and Economics. When she’s not in the office she’s busy raising two young girls!
Ted Newman
Financial Advisor
Ted is a Financial Advisor at Salish Wealth Management with over 26 years of service in the Pacific Northwest. He has experience in both banking and wealth management and now serves as part of the financial advising team at Salish Wealth Management. Ted is an avid crabber and claims to make the best homemade crab dip in the Pacific Northwest.
Dan McCorkle
Client Services Associate
Dan joined Salish Wealth Management in 2021 with over 15 years of experience working in Financial Services, primarily focusing on Operations and Customer Service. After graduating from Eastern Washington University in 2002 with a degree in Finance and Economics, he relocated to Whatcom County and now considers it home. He enjoys outdoor activities and spending time with his friends and family.
Joy Hume
Client Services Associate
Joy joined Salish Wealth Management in 2021. She was raised locally and graduated from Western Washington University with a bachelor’s degree in Anthropology and minor in Psychology. Prior to transitioning into financial services, she was a clinical research regulatory specialist. In her spare time, she is busy with family life, her kids’ activities, and is involved at Legacy Church.
Kristi Huizenga
Client Services Associate
Kristi joined Salish Wealth Management as a licensed associate in early 2023 and has worked in the Financial Services industry for the past five years. Originally from Whatcom County, Kristi spent time living in Ireland before returning home to be near family. In her free time, she enjoys various outdoor activities with her dog, and is an avid runner.
