Hayden Zeidler, CFA

Hayden is a Senior Associate in the West Des Moines, Iowa office. He plays an integral role in supporting the investment strategies that help clients achieve their long-term financial goals.

Prior to joining Cerity Partners, Hayden served as a Senior Investment Analyst at Gilbert & Cook, where he worked closely with both the Investment Team and Advisory Team to design, evaluate, and implement sophisticated portfolio strategies tailored to each client’s unique objectives.

Hayden is deeply analytical in his approach, with a focus on asset allocation, portfolio construction, and ongoing investment monitoring. He regularly reviews client portfolios, identifies opportunities for optimization, and provides recommendations that ensure investments remain aligned with broader financial plans.

Drawn to the field by a fascination with the history and behavior of financial markets, Hayden has built a strong foundation in investment analysis and strategy. Since earning the Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA®) designation in 2012, he has remained committed to disciplined research, continuous learning, and delivering thoughtful insights that support sound decision-making.

Hayden values the role he plays behind the scenes — contributing to the strength and consistency of the firm’s investment process and helping ensure that each client’s portfolio reflects both rigorous analysis and long-term purpose.

Hayden and his wife, Sarah, enjoy traveling and exploring new destinations with their children, Oliver and Addison. One of their favorite family trips was to Portugal in 2022.

When he’s not working or traveling, Hayden enjoys spending time on the golf course and staying active outdoors.

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