Branch Manager

DAVID GARNER

BRANCH CONTROL OFFICER
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About the Branch

Our Oppenheimer Newport Beach office offers an exceptional experience for both clients and advisors, combining premier financial expertise with an unmatched coastal setting.

Inside the office, clients are served by a team of professional advisors known for their experience, integrity, and personalized approach. In addition, this location also holds award winning advisors who have earned recognition to Forbes Best-in-State Top Advisors lists. The combination of top-tier financial guidance and a prestigious, amenity-rich location creates an environment that is both professional and welcoming—an ideal setting to build, preserve, and manage wealth with confidence.

Located directly adjacent to Fashion Island, one of Southern California’s most iconic open-air shopping, dining, and entertainment destinations, our office provides convenient access to world-class restaurants, retail, and amenities—perfect for client meetings or a seamless workday.

Situated in the heart of Newport Beach, the location reflects sophistication, accessibility, and coastal luxury. With immediate access to major highways and central Orange County corridors, clients and advisors alike benefit from easy connectivity throughout Southern California.

Branch Specialties

Estate Planning
Financial Planning
Investment Solutions
Retirement Planning
Trust Services

Patrick Crowley

Associate Director - Private Client Services
Senior Branch Operations Manager
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Patrick Crowley joined Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. in 2021 and currently serves as a Senior Branch Operations Manager where he works to ensure that daily operations of the branch run smoothly and within compliance of the firm. He is a proud graduate of Cal State Fullerton, where he earned a degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in General Management.

Emily Gemeinhardt

Senior Branch Operations Specialist
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Emily Gemeinhardt joined Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. in 2025 as an intern and currently serves as a Senior Branch Operations Specialist. Emily earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance from Chapman University. In her role, she supports branch operations and provides assistance to financial advisors, management, and internal branch business.

Our History

Our Story in Numbers

*Stats as of December 31, 2025

924

Financial Professionals

$143.3

Billion Client Assets under Administration

88

Branch Offices across the United States

This is The Power of Oppenheimer Thinking

Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. (Oppenheimer) and its predecessor firms have been offering investment services since 1881. We are a financially sound institution committed to maintaining a strong, conservatively managed balance sheet, disciplined risk management and robust internal controls designed to protect our clients’ assets. In the unlikely event that Oppenheimer becomes insolvent, there are multiple layers of protection which safeguard our customers’ holdings.

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