Karl and his team follow a disciplined wealth planning process tailored to the needs of each client they serve. He has over 30 years of experience advising clients. Karl was previously with Wells Fargo Advisors, where he spent 23 years of his career and won multiple awards and recognition within the firm. In 2022, Karl was recognized as a Best-in-State Wealth Advisor by  Forbes.1 and, for 2023, his team was recognized as a Best-in-State Team by Forbes.2

“Our team is committed to a collaborative approach and a solutions-oriented, advice-driven experience for each client we have the privilege of serving,” says Karl. “I joined Ashton Thomas to elevate that experience for our clients and to ensure we continue providing the ‘white glove’ concierge service they have come to expect from us.”

In addition to Karl, the Schwinck Private Wealth Team includes John McCloskey - Senior Wealth Advisor, Cade Hammarquist - Wealth Advisor, Tiffany Shorkey - Private Wealth Marketing Associate, and Sandy Martin - Private Wealth Client Associate.

Karl holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from California State University, Long Beach and a Master of Business Administration degree in Finance from the University of Southern Maine.

He has remained active in his local community throughout his career by volunteering with Care and Share of Southern Colorado, and the Denver Rescue Mission. He has also coached youth baseball and has served as a scout leader. In his personal time, Karl enjoys traveling, mountain biking, golfing, fishing, and hiking “Fourteeners” throughout Colorado with his family.