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Michael Kruse

CPA, CFP®

Senior Director, Wealth Advisor

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About Michael

Michael Kruse has more than a decade of experience building trusted relationships with the individuals and families he serves. In collaboration with the Sequoia Sentinel family office team, Michael focuses on tailoring strategies to reflect clients’ goals and values while ensuring their foundational plan is flexible and adapts to life’s changes.

Understanding the importance of good communication and mutual transparency, Michael places particular emphasis on deep listening to cultivate enduring partnerships. With an educational background that spans financial planning and taxation, Michael brings an integrated perspective to each relationship and planning opportunity. Combined with a passion for breaking down complex topics into simple, actionable steps Michael and the team at Sequoia Sentinel provide clarity and confidence, creating a lasting impact for multigenerational families.

CFP Board owns the marks CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® and CFP® in the U.S.


Accreditation & Education

  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®)
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Master of Science in Taxation, University of Albany
  • Bachelor of Science, University of Albany


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  • Born and raised in New York; moved to Los Angeles after college.
  • Loves spending time with family, playing golf, and lifelong learning.

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Michael Kruse,

CPA, CFP®

Senior Director, Wealth Advisor