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Hightower Buffalo is comprised of experienced financial services professionals with a diverse set of strengths and specialties.
Derek Bock

Derek Bock

Managing Director
Private Wealth Advisor
Thomas Volpini

Thomas Volpini

Managing Director
Private Wealth Advisor
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Tyler Schmitt

Private Wealth Advisor
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Mario Albert

Associate Wealth Advisor
Susann McKinley

Susann McKinley

Operations Manager
Kelly Stroh

Kelly Stroh

Operations Coordinator
Douglas Littlewood

Douglas Littlewood

Senior Wealth Advisor Emeritus

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Williamsville, NY 14221

Office: (716) 565-3013
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