Our Team
Nazzareno Spurio, CFP®
FOUNDER & CEO
Nazzareno Spurio III is a co-founder of Pillar Wealth Partners and a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ with over nine years of experience in retirement planning, investment management, and comprehensive financial planning for families in the Northern Virginia area.
Nazz has been recognized by Forbes as a Best-in-State Financial Security Professional in both 2024 and 2025, a distinction awarded to a select group of financial professionals across Virginia based on client experience, industry expertise, and professional conduct. He was also named to the Alexandria 40 Under 40, recognizing his contributions to the local business community and his commitment to the Alexandria, VA area.
An Alexandria, VA native and military family member himself , raised by two Air Force parents, Nazz brings a grounded, values-driven approach to financial planning. He lives in Alexandria with his wife and two children.
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*The Forbes Best-In-State Securities Professional ranking, developed by SHOOK Research, evaluates, among other criteria, client retention, industry experience, compliance records, firm nominations, and assets under management. Portfolio performance is not included. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK Research receives a fee for these rankings.
Charlotte Huger, CFP®
FOUNDER & COO
Charlotte Huger is a co-founder of Pillar Wealth Partners and a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ specializing in comprehensive financial planning for individuals and families in the Northern Virginia and DC metro area.
Charlotte earned her finance degree from the University of Virginia's McIntire School of Commerce, one of the top undergraduate business programs in the country, and has been working in the financial services industry since 2019. She is based in the Washington, DC area, where she is actively involved in her local community.
Her approach centers on building genuine, long-term relationships with clients, understanding that financial planning is most effective when it reflects the full context of someone's life, not just their balance sheet.
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Baden James
FINANCIAL PLANNER
Baden James, born and raised in Alexandria, VA. Baden has over seven years of experience and focuses on helping individuals and families simplify their financial situation. He attended Randolph College and was the captain of the Men’s Lacrosse Team. In his free time, he enjoys golfing, photography and following the Washington, D.C. sports teams.
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Alex Simons
FINANCIAL PLANNER
Alex Simons is a financial advisor based in Vienna, VA, originally from Myrtle Beach, SC. A graduate of the University of Virginia, Alex has been working in the financial services industry since graduation, with a focus on retirement planning and helping others pursue their financial goals. Passionate about providing personalized strategies, she aims to help clients enjoy a confident and fulfilling retirement.
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Cheyenne Ostrander
BUSINESS MANAGER
Cheyenne is originally from Nebraska with a strong background in customer service and operational efficiency. Known for her ability to focus on client satisfaction and streamline day-to-day operations, she brings a hands-on approach to driving team performance. Passionate about fostering positive relationships and delivering exceptional service, Cheyenne is dedicated to ensuring smooth business operations.

