Our Team

At Vargas Wealth Management, we pride ourselves on our commitment to our clients' financial well-being. We strive to build strong, long-lasting relationships based on trust, open communication, and a deep understanding of their individual needs. Our team of experienced financial advisors is dedicated to guiding clients through every step of their financial journey, providing sound advice and strategies to help them navigate the complexities of the ever-changing financial landscape.

Laurie Barela, CFP®

Founder & CEO

720-627-5813

laurie.barela@lpl.com

I am proud to introduce myself as the Founder and CEO of Vargas Wealth Management. With over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, I am responsible for running our practice, caring for our clients, making planning...

Austin Whitcher, AAMS™

Financial Advisor

720-627-5813

a.whitcher@lpl.com

As a Financial Consultant at Vargas Wealth Management, I am primarily responsible for building our clients' financial plans and managing their investments. With a specialization in financial planning and investment management, I strive...

Kelsey Odey, FPQP™

Paraplanner

720-627-5813

Kelsey.Odey@lpl.com

I am proud to serve as a Paraplanner at Vargas Wealth Management, where I leverage nearly two decades of experience in the financial services industry to guide clients toward their financial goals. Since 2006, I have been dedicated to...

Andrea Garcia

Operations Manager / Administrative Assistant

720-627-5813

andrea.garcia1@lpl.com

I’ve been part of the Vargas Wealth Management team since 2009, when the firm was first established. After moving away in 2015, I returned in 2024 and now serve as the Operations Manager and Administrative Assistant. In this role, I...