Long-Time Commonwealth Advisor Gigi Schneppat Joins Cetera

Seeking growth and the benefits of a larger team environment, Schneppat aligns with Ironwood Family Wealth Advisors, part of the Cetera Investors Community

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Cetera welcomes financial advisor Gigi Schneppat, who joins after 15 years with Commonwealth Financial Network (Commonwealth). Overseeing approximately $60 million in assets under administration*, Schneppat has aligned her practice with Ironwood Family Wealth Advisors (Ironwood), a well-established Cetera firm; both firms are based in Arizona. Schneppat and Ironwood are part of Cetera Investors** – a unique community within the Cetera RIA and Branches channel.

Schneppat said she aligned with Ironwood so she can work with a team that shares her values and investment philosophy, and she lauded Ironwood's multigenerational approach and commitment to premier client service.

With a deep commitment to helping clients navigate life's financial transitions, Schneppat specializes in retirement income planning, particularly for couples preparing to shift from earning a paycheck to living off their savings.

"Not getting a paycheck can be scary," she said. "A sound financial plan is like a jigsaw puzzle – you need the right pieces to make it work. My goal is to help couples build a stable, predictable income stream that can support the retirement lifestyle they envisioned."

Schneppat also has a passion for supporting women facing difficult and often complex financial decisions after the loss of a spouse through death or divorce.

"Many women have relied on their husbands to shepherd their investments, and losing that person adds another layer of stress," she said. "I have a heart for educating and empowering these women to confidently move forward toward achieving their financial goals."

Her decision to join Cetera was guided by her desire to continue delivering personalized, objective advice in a collaborative environment. Schneppat attended Cetera's Connect2Peers event, where she explored the firm's technology and marketing capabilities firsthand.

"I walked around freely, quizzing anyone – advisors and Home Office staff alike," she said. "Being invited to Connect2Peers gave me confidence that what I'd heard about Cetera was true."

Cetera Wealth Management President Todd Mackay welcomed Schneppat saying: "We're eager to support Gigi in service to her clients. She brings the kind of energy and enthusiasm to client service we love to see at Cetera."

About Cetera
Cetera Financial Group (Cetera) is the premier financial advisor Wealth Hub, empowering independent advisors and institutions with personalized support, flexible affiliation models, and end-to-end growth solutions. Home to approximately 12,000 advisors and institutions, Cetera's multi-channel ecosystem enables financial professionals to grow, scale or transition their businesses on their own terms.

Unlike traditional IBDs, Cetera offers true choice – blending modern technology, integrated wealth solutions, and a community-driven culture. Cetera's five-channel model and commitment to long-term advisor value provide a scalable blueprint for consistent, repeatable growth.

As of June 30, 2025, Cetera firms manage more than $590 billion in assets under administration and $263 billion in assets under management. Its award-winning Voice of the Customer program has captured more than 40,000 advisor reviews, with over 35,000 five-star ratings, giving Cetera a 4.8 out of 5 satisfaction score.

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Cetera refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, those that are members FINRA/SIPC: Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Wealth Services, LLC (f/k/a Cetera Advisor Networks), Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC; and a Securities and Exchange Commission registered investment adviser: Cetera Investment Advisers LLC, located at 655 W. Broadway, 11th Floor, San Diego, CA 92101.

Cetera exclusively provides investment products and services through its representatives. Although Cetera does not provide tax or legal advice, or supervise tax, accounting or legal services, Cetera representatives may offer these services through their independent outside business. This information is not intended as tax or legal advice.

*Value approximated based on asset holding details provided to Cetera as of Sept. 26, 2025.

**Cetera Investors is a marketing name of Cetera Investment Services. Securities and Insurance Products are offered through Cetera Investment Services LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory services are offered through Cetera Investment Advisers LLC. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity.

SOURCE Cetera Financial Group