Scott has a life-long interest in investing, financial markets, and personal financial planning.  Founding Bray Financial Advisors is the full expression of this passion, along with his desire to help others navigate these complex topics. His career in the investment management industry spans more than 25 years.  He held senior roles at Barclays Global Investors (later acquired by BlackRock) and Charles Schwab Investment Management in new product, enterprise, and operational risk management. These experiences were key in forming Scott’s investment philosophy and belief in the value of investing in low-cost, transparent ETFs and index funds.

 

Scott grew up in North Carolina and is a graduate of Wake Forest University with a B.S. in Accounting. He first worked in  public accounting, then at Barclays Bank in New York before moving to San Francisco to join Barclays Global Investors. He and his wife, Elke, live in Mill Valley with their two teenage children. Scott also serves in volunteer financial roles at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Tiburon. He is currently the Treasurer and a member of Westminster’s Finance and Legacy Fund Committees.