James Makrianes

Hi! My name is Joe Forish and I started Fortrove Partners to help technologists deal with challenges of company ownership / equity compensation. From a young age, I learned about maximizing hard work and doing what you do best while working at my father’s auto dealership. I also saw first-hand both the rewards and challenges of running a business. Prior to Fortrove, I honed my expertise investing in public and private equity. I graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a B.S. in Finance and International Business, and from the Harvard Business Analytics Program, with Distinction. In my free time you will find me skiing an evergreen tree-lined run or longboarding when it’s cloudy and glassy. I live in New York City with my wife Linda.

Eric Schwartz is a Senior Financial Advisor and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional with over seven years of experience supporting clients through retirement planning and broader financial decision-making. His work spans retirement income planning, insurance planning, estate considerations, tax-aware strategies, and comprehensive financial planning. Before joining Retirable, Eric held planning and leadership roles at several financial firms, including Drucker Wealth Management and Mid Atlantic Retirement Planning Specialist. Across these roles, he worked closely with individuals and families to develop and monitor long-term financial strategies, with a particular focus on retirement transitions and ongoing planning needs. Eric earned a bachelor’s degree in Financial Planning and Finance from the University of Delaware. He obtained his CFP® certification and Accredited Investment Fiduciary® (AIF®) designation in 2022, reflecting his commitment to professional standards, fiduciary responsibility, and ongoing education. Eric takes a holistic approach to financial planning, working with clients to understand their goals, concerns, and financial circumstances so they can move forward with clarity and confidence as they plan for the next stage of life.

Treva Nostdahl is a Fiduciary Financial Advisor who focuses on helping clients plan for retirement with clarity and confidence. She specializes in retirement income planning and goals-based financial planning, working closely with individuals to build strategies that align with their long-term priorities. Before joining Retirable, Treva worked at Oppenheimer & Co. Inc., where she supported financial advisors and their clients with retirement planning, account management, and ongoing financial guidance. Her experience spans both client-facing work and behind-the-scenes planning, giving her a well-rounded perspective on the financial planning process. Treva holds a B.S. in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance and a minor in Communication from Regis University in Denver. She is known for her clear, thoughtful approach and her ability to explain complex financial topics in a way that helps clients feel informed and supported as they plan for retirement.

Hi there! I'm Jenna VanLeeuwen, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and founder of Aligning Wealth. We guide purpose-driven people ready to transform their financial success into meaningful life changes, whether that is retirement, a career pivot, or building a lasting legacy. Our comprehensive approach goes beyond traditional wealth management - we align your financial strategies with your personal values and vision. For many of our clients, this means maximizing tax advantages, building sophisticated retirement income strategies, and managing investments. For others, it may mean expert guidance through liquidity events, business exits, or legacy planning. Most importantly, our partnership empowers you to embrace a rewarding next chapter with confidence and clarity, building upon the same vision and values that have accompanied your success so far. Let’s build something meaningful together, starting with a free 45-minute consultation call. Just hit that contact button to the left or visit my website: www.aligningwealth.com.

Let’s navigate this late-capitalist hellscape together. 🔥 I’m a flat-fee, values-driven financial planner who helps people like you figure out what a good, livable version of success looks like—and how to get there with your money. Some of my clients are high earners in tech, wondering how much longer they can (or want to) stay in the game. Others are purpose-driven professionals—therapists, professors, nonprofit leaders—who never expected to make a ton, but still want clarity, security, and options. Whether you’re burned out and thinking about what’s next, or finally reaching stability and ready to make the most of it, I’m here to help you align your finances with your values, your goals, and your actual life. If that sounds like a fit, let’s talk.

After almost two decades on Wall Street, Jay decided to follow his passion of helping like-minded working professionals and families achieve their financial goals. With experience spanning across financial planning, investment research, portfolio construction, and alternative investments, Jay has extensive and diverse perspectives to help clients secure their financial futures. His client base has spanned the rising affluent to the ultra-high net worth. Jay has been quoted in media outlets such as the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, and Barron's and has attained the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP) and Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA) certifications, widely considered gold standards in financial planning and investment designations.