Mary Gernetzke

“I want to make the right decisions but I don’t have time to figure it out on my own.” “Can you help me with my student loans? This is more complicated than I thought it would be.” “How do I invest? I know it’s important but I don’t know the best way to do it and I don’t want to mess it up” Have you said any of these before? You’re not alone if you have. I have heard these statements from many lawyers I’ve met throughout my wife’s time in law school and her legal career. As a CPA, CFP, and someone who has worked in financial planning, I have seen young people who are overwhelmed about managing their personal finances. I have also seen people near retirement who unfortunately didn’t make good financial decisions and now have to modify their future lifestyles because of their financial situations. I hate seeing people not achieve everything they want in life because they can’t afford their dream lifestyle. So I set out to change that. My mission is to help young lawyers establish a strong financial foundation early in their careers so they can capitalize on future opportunities instead of trying to fix financial mistakes. So I created the Developing Financial Process. My process identifies what is most important to you, analyzes your current financial situation, builds a comprehensive financial plan, implements the plan, adapts the plan as your life changes on an ongoing basis, and most importantly educates and empowers you throughout the entire process. My process helps you pay off your student loans completely, invest effectively, save and spend intentionally, and achieve your financial goals and ambitions. I believe that everyone should live their dream life without worrying about their finances. I live what I preach and when I’m not working, I am out living. I love to travel and have visited many states and countries. My family and I go camping, spend time at the beach, and visit friends and family as often as possible. I truly love educating and empowering people to live their ideal life. I hope you reach out to learn more about my process and how financial planning can benefit young lawyers like yourself!

Mike Yasin is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2024. In this role, he focuses on empowering clients to pursue their financial goals through personalized planning and emphasizes effective communication and relationship-building. Prior to his current position, Mike worked in Sales and Relationship Management at BNY Mellon from 2011 to 2024. His professional experience spans wealth accumulation and preservation, guiding individuals and families through financial planning processes. Mike holds a California Insurance License. Outside of his professional work, he engages in family activities, fitness, music, photography, running, and scuba diving.

Alphonse Alexandre is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, where he has been serving clients since 2021. He brings nearly two decades of experience in financial advisory roles, having worked at several prominent firms including Merrill Lynch and Citibank. His professional background encompasses a range of positions, from Financial Advisor to Financial Solutions Advisor and Personal Banker. Throughout his career, Alphonse has developed expertise in helping clients prepare for and navigate significant life events through personalized financial planning. He holds a California Insurance License, supporting his ability to provide comprehensive financial guidance. Prior to his current role, he held various positions at Merrill Lynch from 2007 to 2021 and at Banc Of America Investment Services in 2006-2007. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Alphonse enjoys family activities and is interested in sports such as golf, soccer, table tennis, and tennis.

Matt Richardson is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2023. He focuses on understanding his clients and collaborating with them to address both immediate and long-term financial questions and concerns. His approach emphasizes integrity, transparency, and collaboration to help clients reduce uncertainty and work towards their most important financial goals. Prior to joining Fidelity Investments, Matt worked in Institutional Fixed Income Sales at JP Morgan Chase from 2018 to 2023 and at Bank of America Merrill Lynch from 2013 to 2018. He holds a California Insurance License.

Rachel Klase is a Planning Consultant at the Larkspur Investor Center. In her role, she collaborates with various Financial Consultants to assist clients in working towards their financial goals and optimizing the use of Fidelity's platform. She focuses on creating experiences tailored to each client's financial situation by gathering data and asking personalized questions to identify their needs. Rachel has been with Fidelity Investments since 2017, initially serving as a Relationship Manager before transitioning to her current position as a Planning Consultant in 2020. She holds a California Insurance License.