
FPA Latino Knowledge Circle: The Latino Advisor Experience
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Knowledge Circle hosts Diana Yanez, Louis Barajas and Maria Castillo Dominguez will share their advisor experience in the industry and their experience working with Latino clients.
Do you think Latinos are getting enough support in the industry, both as advisors and clients? What do you think are the biggest obstacles and opportunities working with the Latino community? We want you to share your experiences with the group and for you to let the hosts know what you would like to discuss and learn from the Knowledge Circle in the coming year.

Diana Yáñez, MA, CFP®, RLP®
Financial Educator and Empowerment Coach
All the Colors
As a financial educator and empowerment coach at All the Colors, my love of numbers and desire to see others flourish dance to the same beat. While my technical skills will help clients quickly navigate financial questions, it’s my ability to empower them that transforms their relationship with money.
I earned a BA in Economics and International Studies and and MA in Demographics and Social Analysis at the University of California, Irvine. Before finding my calling as a financial planner and coach I worked in social services, population projections, and business analysis at a manufacturing company. In financial planning I've found the perfect fit between complex analysis and meaningful contributions to other’s lives.

Louis Barajas, CFP®, MBA, EA
President and Partner
MGO Private Wealth
Louis is president and partner at MGO Private Wealth in Irvine, California. For the past three decades, the renowned national speaker, author, media segment expert, has served as a wealth and business manager to some of the most iconic Latin artists, executives, and entrepreneurs in the entertainment industry. Louis has been an advocate in recruiting Latino advisors and help provide access to underserved communities throughout the U.S.
Louis was featured on Investopedia’s Top 100 Advisors for 2019 and selected to CNBC’s Advisory Council for 2020. He currently serves on the National CFP Board.
In 2014 Louis received the prestigious Heart of Financial Planning Award from the Financial Planning Association. He also served as the first minority on the National Board of the Financial Planning Association from 2004-2006.
Louis has published five books on personal finance and entrepreneurship.

Maria Castillo Dominguez, MS, CFP®
Lead Financial Planner
Inspired Financial
Maria Castillo Dominguez is a Financial Planner and the latest addition to our team. She is originally from Spain and moved to the United States in 2010 after obtaining a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Master’s degree in Finance from the University of Sevilla. Maria is currently enrolled in the Certified Financial Planner™ education program through UCI.
Maria has over ten years’ experience in operations, compliance, personal banking and personal finance. She became interested in personal finance after she moved to the United States and realized the potential for helping others improve their lives. Maria most recently worked as a Financial Consultant with TD Ameritrade before transitioning to our firm.
Maria enjoys her free time hiking with her dog, Lola, travelling and exploring new places, and spending as much time as she can at the beach.
Maria is an active member of the community, providing pro bono financial planning and financial education to underserved communities, members of non-profit organizations and educational institutions. She currently serves as Chair for the Board of Directors of the Financial Planning Association in Miami.