My name is Aletta Tibbetts and I started Stardust Wealth Strategies to help mid-career technology professionals make the most of their money, so they can focus on building the lives they truly want. I love helping my clients understand complex topics like equity compensation, retirement accounts, and taxes, giving them the freedom to choose how much detail they want to dive into or leave in my hands.

How did I get here? I studied Planetary Science and Astrophysics through graduate school, and picked up an interest in financial economics along the way. I had a brief foray into investment banking before deciding the culture wasn’t for me, so I pivoted to technical program management, working on internet operations and compliance. Fun fact: the Nobel Prize-winning Black-Scholes options pricing model is based on the assumption that stock prices follow geometric Brownian motion.

Through my work and the careers of friends in the Boston and San Francisco tech scenes, I started learning about all the different, overly complicated ways tech companies like to compensate employees. These insights kickstarted a journey of learning about investments, taxes, and best practices in financial planning. After a decade working in tech, I became a Registered Investment Advisor and also an IRS Enrolled Agent, so I could help clients with all aspects of their financial situation.

I believe that when people feel confident and secure in their financial lives, they have more freedom to focus on what matters most to them – whether that’s family, career, or personal passions. My clients aren’t just looking for someone to manage their finances – they want a trusted partner who understands the demands of their careers and personal lives. I strive to create a welcoming environment for all sorts of individuals and families, including those in the queer, trans, and poly spectrum. I also specialize in issues around clergy compensation and taxation.

I work with each client to create a financial strategy that aligns with their personal goals without adding stress to their busy lives, collaboratively crafting and implementing financial plans that support the future each client envisions and helping them feel confident that their money is truly working for them.