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Become a Financial Designs Ambassador

How Can We Best Service Your Inner Circle

The Blueprint For A Confident Retirement

At Financial Designs, personalized care and thoughtful planning are at the heart of everything we do. Our goal is to give you confidence in the financial future we help you create. But we also believe in extending that support to the broader community, ensuring more people have access to the professional guidance they deserve.

That’s why we introduced our Client Ambassador Program—a simple way for you to connect friends, family, or coworkers with our team. By referring someone to Financial Designs, you’ll gain access to our exclusive Ambassador Events. These special gatherings, from enchanting evenings at The Magic Castle to fun outings like Top Golf, are our way of thanking you for helping others take steps toward their own secure retirement.

Together, we can shape brighter financial futures for everyone.
Your referral of friends, family, or coworkers is one of the greatest compliments we could receive. As a token of our gratitude, we invite our Ambassadors to a one-of-a-kind annual event created just for you! These special gatherings are our way of saying thank you for trusting us and for connecting us with those you believe we can help—now and in the future. We deeply appreciate your advocacy and the role you play in expanding our mission to serve others.
If you know someone preparing for retirement, already retired, or navigating a major life event that could impact their finances, we’re here to help. There are three primary ways to share what you have found at Financial Designs with others:

  1. Make a virtual introduction by sharing our website where they can share their contact information.
  2. Email us at fdc@fdcadvisors.com or call 909.626.1642,
  3. Invite guests to attend one of our workshops or events during the year or share one of our referral cards at any time.
    Once the person or couple you refer us to attends their complimentary, no obligation initial appointment, you become an Ambassador for Financial Designs.
    Financial designs Thanks You for Your Consideration in our Ambassador Program.

    2025 Financial Designs Ambassador Event

    As a thank you for your continued support and referrals, we are excited to announce that in 2025 we will be hosting the inaugural Financial Designs Ambassador Appreciation Event—a special occasion just for you, our valued advocates.

    2025 Ambassador Event Will Be Announced Soon!
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    Vaughn G. Heydel

    Financial Advisor and Vice President

    Vaughn Heydel is committed to helping clients remain confident and well-informed by cultivating long-lasting and meaningful relationships. Additionally, as part of the Financial Designs leadership team, Vaughn plays an integral part in providing valuable insights and analysis to both coworkers and clients.

    Vaughn has passed the Series 6, 7 and 63 securities exams and holds his life and disability insurance licenses in California (California license No. 0G12844). He has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Pepperdine University. Vaughn is also a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and an Investment Advisor Representative.

    Nino G. Pavan

    Financial Advisor and President

    Nino Pavan has been working in the financial services industry for more than 20 years and has helped hundreds of families navigate the retirement process. As president of Financial Designs, Nino oversees day-to-day business operations and uses his expertise in retirement planning to help his clients prepare for their future.

    Nino has passed the Series 7, 24 and 63 securities exams and holds life and disability insurance licenses in the state of California (California license No. 0B24334). He is also a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and Investment Advisor Representative. He conducts retirement and estate planning workshops for employees of major California companies.

    Nino has a Bachelor’s of Science in Telecommunications Management from DeVry Institute of Technology and a Law Degree from the University of Southern California.

    Nino is a contributing advisor to Kiplinger.