POLLOCK PINES, CA, August 13, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Athena Webster, Ph.D., ChFC, WMCP, RICP, CLTC, FSCP, has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Few professionals have successfully bridged the disciplines of scientific research, higher education and comprehensive financial planning as seamlessly as Dr. Webster. Throughout a career spanning more than three decades, she has distinguished herself by combining scientific rigor, analytical thinking and a passion for education to help individuals, families and business owners make informed financial decisions. As the founder and chief executive officer of SierraEdge Strategic Wealth & Insurance Solutions, she has built a practice dedicated to integrating wealth management, retirement income planning, estate and legacy planning, business succession, risk management and insurance strategies into comprehensive financial solutions designed to preserve and grow wealth across generations.

In addition to leading SierraEdge, Dr. Webster serves as an investment adviser and financial advisor with Eagle Strategies LLC and as a registered representative with NYLIFE Securities LLC and an agent with New York Life Insurance Company. Since entering the financial services profession in 2012, she has become known for her holistic planning philosophy, recognizing that successful financial outcomes require thoughtful coordination among investments, insurance, taxation, estate planning and long-term care rather than isolated recommendations. Working collaboratively with attorneys, certified public accountants and other trusted professionals, she develops integrated strategies tailored to each client's goals, values and long-term aspirations. Her commitment to professional excellence has earned Executive Council recognition and the Strike for Excellence Award. She is also a Qualified Member of the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) since 2000, the premier global association of financial professionals, where she has served as a mentor, community leader and educational facilitator, supporting the professional development of advisors throughout North America.

What distinguishes Dr. Webster from many of her peers is the extraordinary breadth of her academic and professional background. Before transitioning into financial services, she devoted nearly two decades to scientific research, university teaching and scholarly publishing. She held faculty, research and editorial appointments with the University of Utah, California State University, East Bay and Salt Lake Community College, where her work encompassed analytical chemistry, medicinal chemistry, polymer chemistry, pathology, immunology, molecular biology, nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy and X-ray powder diffraction. Her interdisciplinary research contributed to multiple peer-reviewed scientific publications, while her editorial appointments with international scientific journals reflected her commitment to scientific integrity and the advancement of knowledge.

Dr. Webster's academic accomplishments established the analytical foundation that continues to define her professional philosophy. She earned a Doctor of Philosophy in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Utah after completing a Master of Medicine in Medical Laboratory Sciences from the University of Utah School of Medicine, a Bachelor of Arts in Human Anatomy with a minor in Mandarin Chinese and a Bachelor of Science in Medicinal Chemistry. Committed to lifelong learning and professional excellence, she subsequently earned the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®), Wealth Management Certified Professional (WMCP®), Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP®), Financial Services Certified Professional (FSCP®) and Certified in Long-Term Care (CLTC®) designations, complementing her securities registrations and insurance licenses held in multiple states.

Rather than viewing her transition from science to financial services as a career change, Dr. Webster considers it a natural evolution. Scientific research taught her to analyze complex problems objectively, evaluate evidence critically and develop disciplined, long-term solutions—principles that now form the cornerstone of her financial planning philosophy. She believes that financial planning should be as methodical as scientific research: grounded in facts, supported by careful analysis and centered on each client's unique circumstances. This evidence-based approach has become the defining characteristic of her practice and enables her to simplify complex financial concepts into practical strategies that help clients make confident decisions throughout every stage of life.

Beyond her professional practice, Dr. Webster is dedicated to advancing the financial services profession through education, mentorship and leadership. She has devoted considerable time to mentoring fellow advisors, facilitating professional development initiatives and encouraging a culture of technical excellence, ethical leadership and lifelong learning. She likewise remains committed to improving financial literacy within her community, believing that education empowers individuals to make sound decisions that strengthen families, businesses and future generations.

Throughout her career, Dr. Webster has attributed her success to intellectual curiosity, perseverance and an unwavering commitment to serving others with integrity. Whether conducting scientific research, teaching university students or helping families prepare for retirement and protect their legacies, she has remained guided by the same principle: meaningful solutions begin with understanding, thoughtful analysis and genuine care for the people they serve.

Looking toward the future, Dr. Webster intends to continue expanding SierraEdge Strategic Wealth & Insurance Solutions as a multidisciplinary planning firm known for its comprehensive, evidence-based approach to wealth management. She also plans to broaden her impact through professional speaking, financial education, mentorship and collaboration with legal and tax professionals, while continuing to help clients and future advisors navigate increasingly complex financial challenges with clarity, confidence and integrity.

* Executive Council recognition is internal New York Life recognition related to sales.

** This biography has been approved and complies with New York Life's compliance standards. SMRU 9045459.1

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