Who We Are

Audience-Specific Guidance.
Backed by a Proven Advisory Platform.

Exceptional Wealth Group was built for athletes and entertainers who need clear decisions, consistent support, and a team that understands fast-moving financial complexity.

The Exceptional Story

Exceptional Wealth Group is the sports and entertainment-focused practice of CWC Advisors, LLC. We serve athletes, entertainers, and families who need a tighter process around long-term wealth decisions, deal cash flow, tax coordination, and financial education.

CWC Advisors was founded in 2000 and has served individuals, families, and institutions through multiple market cycles. Exceptional applies that same planning standard to the unique decision pressure of high-visibility careers.

Many clients are told to "invest for the long term" without an operating plan for what happens now. Our model is different: clear priorities, documented decisions, and ongoing coordination with your broader professional team.

From Portland, we work with athletes and entertainers locally and nationwide using the same standard: fee-only fiduciary advice, transparent communication, and steady follow-through.

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How We Work

What Clients Experience

Fee-Only Fiduciary Standard

You receive advice from a team paid by clients directly, not by product commissions. Incentives stay clear, and recommendations are tied to your stated goals.

Long-Horizon Planning Support

We keep major decisions anchored to your timeline and cash needs, so short-term market noise does not dictate long-term outcomes.

Transparent Communication

You get clear scope, plain-language explanations, and education about how your priorities dictate your financial plan.

Ongoing Relationship

You work with people who know your plan and your goals. Review cadence and communication are designed to stay responsive as your career moves quickly.

Portland Roots, National Reach

Our team is based in Lake Oswego and serves athletes and entertainers across the U.S. through secure technology and a consistent service process.

Clear Decision Process

Important financial decisions follow a documented, repeatable process with accountability built in.

Our Team

The Team Behind Your Plan

Your support team combines portfolio management depth with personal client relations.

Portfolio Managers

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Thane Cleland

CEO & Chief Investment Officer

Coordinates investment decisions for the firm. Founded CWC Advisors in 2000 and brings more than 35 years of investment industry experience.

B.A. Economics, University of Washington

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Eric Hamilton

Portfolio Manager

Responsible for stock selection and portfolio management. His background includes research and trading roles at Columbia Management Group and The Crabbe Huson Group.

CFA Charterholder

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Erik Ogard

Investment Consultant

Investment consultant with nearly 30 years in asset management, including work supporting institutional retirement plan assets and long-horizon planning.

CFA Charterholder

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Jeff Hussey

Wealth Advisor

Previously served as Global Chief Investment Officer at Russell Investments. Works with clients to understand their circumstances and preferences, then build planning and investment solutions aligned with their goals.

CFA Charterholder

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Diane Landgraf

Office Manager & Trader

Previously served as Head of Securities Trading at Crabbe Huson Company. Supports trading execution and operations with a background in institutional trading and client service.

Client Relations

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Gary Woolworth

President, CCO

Responsible for client relationships and operations. Gary previously served in client-facing leadership roles at Marsh & McLennan, Smith Barney, and Auxier Asset Management.

B.S. Business Marketing, Oregon State University

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Ty Cleland

Vice President, Client Relations

Leads financial planning and business development initiatives, helping clients move from questions to clear next steps with consistent communication and follow-through.

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Our Home

Why Portland Matters

Our team is based in Lake Oswego, which keeps us close to the Portland-area athletes, entertainers, families, and partners we serve in person.

At the same time, our process is built for national service. Many clients travel extensively for seasons, tours, and projects, so we operate with secure tools, clear workflows, and a communication cadence that works whether you are local or remote.

The result is local accountability with nationwide execution.

Ready to Talk Through Your Situation?

Share where you are in your career and what decisions are in front of you. We will outline what we recommend addressing first.

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