Cole Williams

Advisor at Vessel Financial Planning LLC

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Location

Plano, TX

Credentials

CFP®, CIMA®

Industry experience

8 years

About

I’m an independent, fee-only financial planner and the founder of Vessel Financial Planning. I help individuals and families align their use of money with what they value most, so financial decisions feel clearer, more thoughtful, and less overwhelming. My role is to provide structure, perspective, and steady guidance as life and priorities evolve.

Vessel was built with real life in mind. I work with people balancing careers, family responsibilities, and long-term goals that often compete for time, money, energy, and attention. A core part of my process is helping clients identify what truly matters to them, then returning to those values as decisions arise. Rather than focusing only on investments, we look at the full picture, including cash flow, goals, tradeoffs, and the practical choices that shape both daily life and long-term direction.

Financial planning at Vessel is an ongoing, collaborative process. Values are not something we define once and set aside. They serve as a reference point over time, helping clients stay grounded when circumstances change or decisions feel uncertain. My goal is to be a steady partner who helps clients make thoughtful money decisions with greater confidence and clarity, so they can focus on living the life they want to live.

Client services

Based on Vessel Financial Planning LLC

Financial planning Portfolio management

Expertise

Equity Recipients (RS/RSU, SOP, ESPP)

Demographic focus

Mid-Career Professionals Young Professionals Gen Y/Millennials (Born 1980-1995)

Fee options

AUM

0.95%-0.40%

Flat

$2,500-$10,000 annually

Other

Investment management fees are capped at $25,000 annually.

Location

Plano, TX

Most active in

Texas

Work history

Vessel Financial Planning

2025 - Present (1 year)

Ameriprise

2022 - 2025 (3 years)

Raymond james Financial Services, Inc

2019 - 2022 (3 years)

United Capital Financial Advisers, LLC

2017 - 2019 (2 years)

Barnes & Noble Booksellers

2015 - 2016 (1 year)

Texas A&M university

2013 - 2016 (3 years)

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Active portfolio management
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