Alyson Basso, MBA CFP® ChFC® TPCP®

Alyson Basso, MBA CFP®, ChFC®, TPCP®  is the Co-Founder and Managing Principal of Hayden Wealth Management, where she has spent more than 20 years helping individuals and families make more confident, informed financial decisions. She specializes in working with professionals and families approaching or living in retirement, helping them navigate the complexities of investing, tax planning, retirement income, and long-term wealth management with greater clarity and confidence.

She holds the Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) and Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC®) designations and earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Bentley University with a concentration in Law and Taxation. She has also completed advanced coursework in blockchain and digital assets, reflecting her commitment to continuing education and understanding emerging trends that may affect clients' financial planning.

Alyson is deeply committed to advancing the financial planning profession and continually pursuing the highest standards of professional excellence.  She serves as an item writer for the CFP® Certification Examination, helping shape the next generation of Certified Financial Planner™ professionals. She is also a member of the CFP® Scholarship Review Panel and serves as an Adjunct Faculty member for the Department of Professional Designations at the College for Financial Planning.

Committed to Advanced Tax Planning

Recognizing that taxes often represent one of the largest lifetime expenses individuals face, Alyson was a member of the inaugural Tax Planning Certified Professional® (TPCP®) class through The American College of Financial Services, completing specialized training focused on tax-informed financial planning.

This advanced program emphasizes strategies designed to help reduce lifetime tax liability through retirement income planning, Roth conversion strategies, charitable giving, estate planning, and other planning opportunities. Alyson believes thoughtful tax planning is one of the most valuable ways a financial advisor can help clients preserve more of their wealth and improve long-term financial outcomes.

Beyond her professional work, Alyson is actively involved in her community. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Tri-Town Council, supporting programs that strengthen families and communities, and is an Angel Volunteer with Soldiers’ Angels, assisting service members, veterans, and their families. She is also an Ambassador for Raising Awareness of Developmental Language Disorder (RADLD) and participates in local volunteer initiatives.

Alyson lives in Windham, New Hampshire with her family and their Dalmatian and enjoys staying active through hiking, running, and figure skating. She is especially passionate about the Franconia Half Marathon, which supports Adaptive Sports Partners of the North Country. Her commitment to service extends beyond her work, as she believes in leading by example and actively involves her family in giving back.