Who We Are


The Troncoso Group is a team of client-focused financial advisors in Tampa, part of Jaffe Tilchin Wealth Management, managing over $1.9 billion in assets. With a talented team of 55+ professionals, we deliver specialized guidance to help clients achieve prosperity and peace of mind.

Serving 800+ private clients and 5,000 insurance clients across the U.S. and Canada, we combine the resources of a world-class firm with the personal attention of your local advisor.

Who We Serve


With our financial advisors in Tampa and nationwide, we proudly serve:

  • High-Net-Worth Individuals
  • Medical Professionals
  • Athletes
  • Executives
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Federal Employees

As fiduciaries, we tailor disciplined investment strategies to help you meet your goals while managing risk.

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A wealth management team you can trust.

Why Choose The Troncoso Group?


Scale + Service

As part of Jaffe Tilchin ($1.9 billion AUM), we deliver institutional insights with boutique-level care.

Disciplined Investment Process

We stress-test portfolios against market scenarios to ensure you’re positioned for both growth and protection.

Compassionate, Holistic Approach

Our four C’s — Character, Competency, Compassion, Communication — guide everything we do, ensuring you feel supported in all areas of your financial life.

Meet the Team


John Troncoso - Senior Advisor

John Troncoso brings deep experience in helping clients build a strong financial plan through some of the industry's most elite designations: Certified Financial Planner® (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor® (CRPC), and Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA).

As an award-winning professional, John is recognized as a 40 Under 40 honoree and has made media appearances on TV and important industry publications.

As a Tampa native with a degree from Cornell University, John is involved in several local non-profit organizations in the Tampa Bay area, including BayCare, Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, and the Florida Council of Economic Education.

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John Troncoso

Scott Jaffe

DIRECTOR OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT & LEAD ADVISOR

Scott has 34 years of industry experience and began his partnership with John in 2016, 11 years after starting Jaffe Tilchin with long-time friend and business partner, Lou Tilchin.

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Matt Rush

FINANCIAL ADVISOR

Matt specializes in financial planning and business operations. He interacts with clients daily and collaborates with John on the next course of action while assisting with questions on your account, your financial plan, or the market.

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Grace Pellegrino

Associate Advisor & Operations Lead

As an associate advisor and operations lead for the team, Grace is responsible for managing client interactions to guarantee their needs are fully addressed, ensuring the seamless execution of all operational activities.

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Cristian Troncoso

ASSOCIATE ADVISOR

Cristian specializes in tax planning, collaborating with John to create the best plan for your tax scenarios. He obtained his Master’s in Accountancy and is currently sitting for his CPA. Cristian can assist with any questions regarding your account, taxes, or the market.

Purpose and Core Values


Our Purpose

We provide a disciplined approach in growing, preserving and protecting wealth while managing risk through tailored solutions that contribute to the financial well-being of our clients.

Core Values

  • Character
  • Competency
  • Compassion
  • Communication

We look forward to chatting with you and helping you advance in your goals!

Lou Tilchin
Lou Tilchin
Managing Partner
Scott Jaffe
Scott Jaffe
Director of Investment Management, Partner
John Troncoso
John Troncoso
Investment Advisor Representative, Partner
Brett Witkowski
Brett Witkowski
Investment Advisor Representative, Partner
Scott Jones
M. Scott Jones
Chief Compliance Officer, Registered Principal, Partner
Marc Ardizzone
Marc Ardizzone
Director of Operations, Investment Advisor Representative, Partner
Victor J. Mandia
Victor J. Mandia
Director of Insurance, Partner
Michael DeGenova
Michael DeGenova
Senior Financial Advisor, Partner
Kyle Wright
Kyle Wright
Investment Advisor Representative, Partner
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Darren Turner
Investment Advisor Representative
Deborah Rosenthal
Deborah Rosenthal
Investment Advisor Representative
Fazal Dasankop
Fazal Dasankop
Investment Advisor Representative
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Omar Rahman
Administrative Executive
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David Pearlman
Investment Advisor Representative, Partner
Richard Happle
Richard Happle
Investment Advisor Representative
Sophia Goode
Sophia Goode
Investment Advisor Representative
Bob Bray
Bob Bray
Investment Advisor Representative
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Larry Rowe
Investment Advisor Representative
Rodger Elgar
Rodger Elgar
Investment Advisor Representative
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Don Rhomberg
Investment Advisor Representative
Allison Roper
Allison Roper
Client Service Associate
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Ryan Burton
Research Associate, Investment Advisor Representative
Garrett Walker
Garrett Walker
Operations Manager
Matthew Rush
Matthew Rush
Investment Advisor Representative
Betsy Mulero
Betsy Mulero
Administrative Assistant
Bruce Shindelman
Bruce Shindelman
Investment Advisor Representative