About Kaeli
Kaeli Creed is the Director of Advisory Services at Evergreen Gavekal, providing leadership across the firm’s Private Wealth and Family Office advisory divisions. Since joining the firm in 2018, she has worked closely with senior executives to strengthen advisory capabilities, align resources with strategic priorities, and elevate the client experience through expanded and enhanced service offerings.
As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and Certified Exit Planning Advisor, Kaeli works with clients facing complex planning needs, including business owners preparing for liquidity events and families navigating multigenerational wealth transfers.
In her role, Kaeli oversees the performance and development of the Wealth Consultant team, establishing clear expectations, supporting professional growth, and promoting consistent, high-quality service. She acts as a critical bridge between firm leadership and advisors, translating strategic initiatives into effective execution while ensuring advisors are equipped to meet operational demands efficiently.
Kaeli earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a focus on nonprofit studies from Pacific Lutheran University. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring the Pacific Northwest, gathering with friends, perfecting the at-home Americano, and planning her next travel adventure.
Education & Qualifications
Pacific Lutheran University
Bachelor, Business Administration
Emphasis on nonprofit studies
Professional Affiliations
Professional Designation, Certified Financial Planner (CFP®)
Professional Designation, Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®)
Recent Articles & Insights from Kaeli
Quarterly Market Update – April 2025
This week’s market volatility has brought uncertainty back into focus, driven largely by escalating tensions around tariffs and trade. In…
Why Sitting in Money Markets May Prove Costly
This week’s article discusses what to do with cash balances that have become unwieldy, something we’ve started to notice a…
Think Ahead: Expert Advice on Personal Audit Risk
This week’s newsletter is highlights our latest podcast, one of Evergreen Gavekal’s wealth advisors Kaeli Kaainoa, CFP® & CEPA, sits…
Think Ahead: The 2024 Horizon
There are many professional economists who can tell you what is on the horizon for 2024. In this episode of…