THE NIGHTINGALE TEAM

Our team of experienced fiduciary advisors will work with you to create a personalized financial plan that fits your unique circumstances and aspirations.

THE NIGHTINGALE TEAM

A proudly independent women lead business, in a predominantly male-dominated industry, we believe in the power of compassion, and authenticity to build trust and meaningful relationships with our clients. Our team of experienced fiduciary advisors will work with you to create a personalized financial plan that fits your unique circumstances and aspirations.

Founder & Advisor

Ariel Dangelo

After a terrible accident in 2020 left Ariel with a broken neck, and ultimately a spinal fusion, she needed to relearn routine daily activities. The precious nature of life was put in perspective. She is passionate about the importance of financial planning, and the well-being of your family today and future generations.

Ariel is dedicated to being by her client’s side through all stages of life. With education as a cornerstone of her practice, she empowers her clients to take full control of their finances and make decisions that reach their goals.

Ariel is dedicated to giving her clients the resources and knowledge they need to live prosperous and fulfilling lives.

Whether you are looking to grow a business, prepare for your retirement, or buy the vacation home of your dreams, you can rest easy knowing that Ariel strives to help you make your vision a reality.

Ariel brings many years of diverse experience as the founder of Nightingale Wealth Solutions. For the past ten years, Ariel has used her holistic approach to set many individuals and families on the path to financial freedom.

Director of Operations

Sophia Valenzuela

Sophia is a dynamic and results-driven Director of Operations at NWS with a finance background and years of operations management experience. In addition, she has extensive expertise in product implementation, event planning, and process improvement, and she’s dedicated to ensuring exceptional client experiences at every touchpoint.

Sophia is a California powerhouse, bringing her energy and strategic mindset to every project and task she handles. As a busy mom of two, she knows the importance of juggling priorities gracefully and precisely. In the community, she dedicates her free time to volunteering for local fundraising events that benefit her children’s schools.

Beyond her professional achievements and community involvement, Sophia is an avid reader and passionate home cook, but her most exciting personal project is her mission to visit every Major League Baseball stadium with her family.

Director of Client Experience

Abby Klein

Abby brings a wealth of experience in operations and marketing, having led teams, orchestrated client events, and crafted strategic marketing initiatives and client engagement programs. With over a decade of diverse experience spanning real estate, fashion, finance, automotive, and consumer goods industries, she brings a wealth of knowledge. Committed to community involvement, she has also served in roles at the Jewish Community Center and Beauty Counter.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Abby finds joy in exploring new destinations, practicing yoga, and getting lost in a good romance novel. She cherishes moments with her son and actively volunteers at his school, continuously seeking opportunities to contribute and engage. With her multifaceted background in operations, marketing, and relationship building, Abby brings a well-rounded and friendly approach to everything she does!

Senior Financial Advisor

Dimitri Georgakopoulos

Dimitri has a passion for helping clients set, prioritize, and achieve their financial goals. Each client has unique needs and personalities, so he helps implement a highly customized financial strategy that is actively monitored and updated until all goals have been achieved.

Dimitri brings vast experience in wealth management, retirement, insurance, estate planning, business structuring, and financing. He has built a loyal clientele of high-net-worth families, professionals, business owners and executives with major financial services firms and as an independent financial advisor and business consultant.

Dimitri received his degree from the University of Athens, Greece, and his MBA from the University of Massachusetts, with concentrations in finance and marketing. He has been the recipient of numerous industry awards.

Dimitri is an active volunteer at church, having held the positions of president, treasurer, and building finance chair. He enjoys soccer and has coached for several years. He is the current treasurer of Weston Youth Soccer. He loves gardening, photography, music, and auto racing. Dimitri and his wife live in Weston, MA, and have two children.

Estate Planning & Tax law

Matt Guanci

Matt Guanci combines two of the most important qualities you want in an Estate Planning and Tax Lawyer – Extensive knowledge and specialist in tax Law and a personal mission of helping guide individuals and families through the complexities of the estate planning process through the practice of law.

He received an LL.M in Taxation and Estate Planning at the University of Miami School of Law, a J.D. from Suffolk University School of Law, and a Bachelor of Science at Boston College, Carroll School of Management.

Before joining Nightingale Wealth Solutions he worked for several boutique law firms as an estate planning and tax law specialist. Matt lives in Boston with his wife and son.

Corporate Benefits Advisor

Joshua O’Gara, CLU®, ChFC®, CFP®

Joshua O’Gara brings nearly twenty years of experience in insurance and financial services to his role at Nightingale Wealth Solutions. As Partner and Co-Founder of Prism Benefits, PBC, he helps employers modernize their benefits strategy through transparency, education, and a people-first approach that empowers employees to make confident financial decisions.

Since launching his career in 2006, Joshua has built deep expertise across life insurance, disability, long-term care, annuities, Medicare planning, and group benefits—working with firms including Northwestern Mutual and MassMutual before founding O’Gara Financial Group in 2017 to serve small and mid-sized businesses with a proactive, year-round benefits model.

A member of the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT), Joshua is also active in his community through the Woburn Chamber of Commerce and Rotary International. He lives in Woburn, Massachusetts with his family and enjoys hiking, skiing, and exploring New England’s outdoors.

Paraplanner

Amanda Glennon

Amanda Glennon returns to Nightingale Wealth Solutions as Paraplanner, bringing a well-rounded background in financial services, client support, and investment operations. She holds Series 6, 7, 63, and 65 licenses and earned her Financial Planning Certificate from Boston University in 2023.

Amanda began her career at Northwestern Mutual before gaining experience at John Hancock and Columbia Threadneedle Investments, where she honed her skills in advisor support, sales operations, and client relationship management. She first joined NWS in 2023 as a Financial Advisor, working directly with clients on comprehensive financial planning strategies. After expanding her expertise at SHP Financial and most recently at Comprehensive Advisor in California, she’s returned to support the team’s growing client base.

In her role as Paraplanner, Amanda works behind the scenes to ensure every client engagement runs smoothly, preparing financial plans, coordinating documentation, and supporting the advisory team with research and analysis. Her blend of client-facing experience and operational expertise makes her a valuable asset to the NWS team.

A UMass Boston graduate with a BBA in Finance, Amanda is passionate about helping clients navigate complex financial decisions with clarity and confidence.

Wealth Management Intern

Alex Effenson

As a Wealth Management Intern at Nightingale Wealth Solutions, Alex plays a key role in keeping clients informed and connected. He develops monthly market update content, covering current conditions, emerging themes, and new opportunities, and supports client outreach through targeted communications. His work helps ensure NWS clients receive timely, relevant insights to support their financial journey.

Alex is a Financial Planning major at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and an active member of Delta Sigma Pi, a professional business fraternity. A Massachusetts native, he maintains strong ties to the Needham community.

He maintains close ties to Massachusetts and lives just minutes from the firm’s Needham office, reflecting his strong local connection and commitment to the community. Alex brings a positive attitude and ambition, and is always eager to support the team and its clients.

NWS Team