Hope Carlson

Hope Carlson, CFP®️, CAP®️ is a Principal and Lead Advisor at Dowling & Yahnke Wealth Advisors, where Hope has been since September 2017. With a diverse background that includes significant roles in both for-profit business and the arts, Hope has a strong commitment to making a positive impact on individuals' financial wellbeing. Prior to joining Dowling & Yahnke, Hope served as Chief Development Officer at the Museum of Us, overseeing fundraising, marketing, and public relations from June 2011 to September 2017. Hope's experience also includes positions as Executive Director at the San Diego Civic Youth Ballet and Consultant at Boston Consulting Group. Academically, Hope holds an MBA from Harvard Business School, a Master of Music in Vocal Performance and Literature from Eastman School of Music, and a BA in Economics from the University of Virginia.