Gary Hutto: Founder & CEO of Hutto Dean
Registered Securities Principal of GWN Securities - Registered Investment Advisors Representative of GWN Securities Inc.
Gary Hutto — Founder, President & CEO
Gary Hutto is the founder and President of HuttoDean Financial Advisors, a firm he established in 1988 with a mission to help individuals and families build confident financial futures. With more than three decades of experience in the financial services industry, Gary brings a wealth of knowledge, insight, and dedication to the clients he serves.
Gary studied economics at Orange Coast College and California State University, Long Beach, and began his career at California Casualty, a CTA-endorsed company. There, he completed the Career Contact Program, Management Training, and advanced Financial Planning coursework—foundational steps that helped shape his client-first approach.
He is a Registered Investment Advisor Representative and a Registered Securities Principal, and has been recognized 14 times as a Five Star Wealth Manager by Orange Coast Magazine—a reflection of his commitment to ethical practices and client satisfaction.
Throughout his career, Gary has counseled thousands of individuals on retirement planning and wealth management. Today, HuttoDean Financial Advisors proudly serves more than 900 clients, overseeing over $200 million in assets under management.
Gary is proud to be a SmartVestor Pro for the Dave Ramsey Team where he supports thousands of listeners in the greater Orange County area.