Our Associates

With over three decades of experience in the financial services industry, Clifford Hickerson brings a wealth of knowledge, strategic insight, and personal dedication to his role as a financial advisor. Over the course of 31 years, Clifford has built a reputation for delivering thoughtful guidance rooted in a deep understanding of geopolitical trends, macroeconomic shifts, and portfolio management strategies.

Prior to his current role, Clifford held a management position at UBS, where he focused on training and mentoring both new and experienced advisors—a testament to his leadership and commitment to excellence in the field.

What sets Clifford apart is his passion for transforming complex financial concepts into clear, actionable insights for his clients. He thrives on monthly client conversations, where he not only helps navigate financial decisions but also fosters lasting relationships. For Clifford, the greatest reward is knowing he can make a definitive, positive impact in the lives of those he serves.

Outside the office, Clifford embraces the joys of grandparenting, which he considers the best job of all. He’s an avid cyclist, hiker, and reader. A lifelong Denver Broncos fan since attending his first game in 1968, Clifford proudly holds the title of devoted “homer.”

Alex Long, AAMS®, is Vice President at Cicero Capital Management, where he combines his background in computer science with a deep passion for capital markets. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Colorado State University and brings a data-driven approach to portfolio analytics and quantitative investment research.

Before joining Cicero Capital Management, Alex worked as a Software Designer at Dynamic Group Circuit Design, where he developed neural networks for predictive learning systems used in medical-grade dental filtration.

Outside the office, Alex enjoys hockey, snowboarding, hiking, exercising, and spending time with family and friends. He also dedicates time to conducting extensive research on public asset classes, including equities, debt, commodities, and foreign exchange pairs.