Expertise
As a Senior Wealth Strategist at Northern Trust, Trenton serves as a trusted advisor and relationship architect, providing tailored strategies in comprehensive wealth management, complex private banking solutions, and trust and estate services. Trenton’s approach is rooted in deep listening, strategic insight, and a commitment to excellence. He partners closely with clients to understand their unique goals and values, then coordinates the right team of Northern Trust specialists—spanning investment management, Trust services, banking, and strategic tax planning—to deliver integrated solutions that evolve with each individual client’s needs. Known for his collaborative style and thoughtful guidance, Trenton is dedicated to building enduring relationships that support generational wealth stewardship and legacy planning. His work reflects Northern Trust’s reputation for innovation,
Experience
Trenton Hammel is a seasoned financial services professional with over two decades of experience advising affluent individuals, families, business owners, private foundations, and charitable organizations across California’s Central Coast. In addition to his experience in wealth management, Trenton has significant experience in private banking, with much of their career spent in commercial and residential lending roles.
Joined Northern Trust
2025
Education
Bachelors of Science in Finance from Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona.
Credentials
He also currently holds Series 7 (General Securities Representative), and Series 63 (Uniform Securities Agent State Law) licenses from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA).
Community Involvement
Trenton serves on the board of directors for Hospice of Santa Barbara and The Hospice Foundation of Santa Barbara. He lives locally in Santa Barbara with his wife and three sons. He is dedicated to community service and can often be found volunteering as a coach for his sons' various sports teams during his time away from the office.