Stephen Swensen

Strivent Financial provides fee-only, comprehensive financial planning advice, that follows the fiduciary standard, to Gen X and Baby Boomer generations with a focus on those preparing for retirement and those going through retirement in Orange County, California and beyond. We do our best work for clients that need clear answers to their complex questions and challenges. Strivent Financial works along-side you as a trusted partner to help you align your financial resources with your values and goals, so you can focus on what matters most to you. Meet in-person or virtually. Visit www.striventfinancial.com or call (800) 893-6783. Services include: • General Financial Planning – Cash flow, spending plan, saving strategies • Investment Management – Portfolio review, asset allocation, withdrawal strategies • Tax Planning – Tax mitigation strategies, Roth conversion strategies, employer benefits • Insurance Planning – Review of existing policies, auto, homeowner’s, health, disability, life, long term care • Retirement Planning – Retirement goal setting, retirement income analysis, social security, Medicare • Estate Planning – Create estate planning roadmap, wills, trusts, power of attorney • Assistance to Loved Ones – Gifting, education planning, 529 plans, caring for elderly • Special Services – Loss of spouse services, divorce services Kevin Henss is a Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) professional. He is the president and founder of Strivent Financial in Mission Viejo, CA. Kevin has been providing comprehensive financial planning advice for over twelve years. He is an avid speaker and presenter of financial planning concepts having presented to hundreds of financial advisors at the Financial Planning Association in Orange County and Santa Barbara chapters. Kevin served on the board of the Financial Planning Association in Orange County (FPA-OC) as the Director of Communications and was voted “Volunteer of the Year” in 2011 for his successful achievements and contributions. He continues to volunteer and is currently the leader of the FPA-OC’s Internship Program where he connects aspiring financial planners with host financial planning firms. Kevin resides in Ladera Ranch, California with his wife, Lauren, two daughters, Cadence and Haley.

Old-school wealth management firms largely fall short of addressing the needs of small business owners. They typically require a minimum amount of investible assets, offer generic planning advice, and schedule infrequent reviews. I launched Two Palms Financial to provide an experience to business owners based on greater customization, deeper planning work, year-round reviews and a flexible fee structure. Time and attention are finite resources. Business owners know this all too well. I help business owners focus their time and energy on what they are passionate about and excel at. With year-round cash flow & tax planning, saving & investing, retirement planning, debt management, insurance reviews, trust & estate planning, I help business owners develop a plan to grow their business with intention, create long-term wealth, minimize taxes over their lifetime, and protect their assets from unforeseen threats. I also believe Life Planning is an integral part of the planning process. Through my training with the Kinder Institute of Life Planning, I use the EVOKE (Exploration, Vision, Obstacles, Knowledge & Execution) experience to help my clients build a financial plan around their unique vision of a fulfilled life.

Austin is Founder and Owner of Lee Financial Group LLC, an independent, Fee-Only™ advisory firm. He graduated with a bachelors in Mathematics and Economics from the University of California, Irvine. He graduated with a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Southern California and a is Certified Financial Planner™ professional. Prior to LFG, Austin served as a financial planner for The Ayco Company, the Personal Financial Management branch of Goldman Sachs. Many of his clients were executives for Fortune 500 company and involved complex planning strategies around investment, tax, and estate planning. Most recently, he served as an Investment Advisor for Transamerica Financial Advisor, working with families of diverse financial backgrounds to determine the best solution for each household. Austin’s experience also extends to being a Corporate Finance business partner for various medical device companies. Throughout his tenure, he has had the opportunity to connect with various colleagues and health care providers, specifically, physicians and dentists. It was in those conversations that he discovered the unique financial planning challenges each group encountered and how he is able to leverage his experience in both Corporate Finance and Financial Planning to assist.

Jeremy Portnoff is a Fee-Only financial planner with offices in Mission Viejo, CA and Metuchen, NJ and serving clients across the country. PortSalus Wealth Management provides comprehensive and objective financial planning, investment management, for pre-retirees within 5-10 years of and through retirement helping clients organize, grow and protect their assets through life’s transitions. As a fee-only, fiduciary, and independent financial advisor, Jeremy Portnoff is never paid a commission of any kind, and has a legal obligation to provide unbiased and trustworthy financial advice.

Passionate about helping others, Nycole has earned a reputation as an entrepreneur who leads with warmth, compassion, and a relentless dedication to helping others succeed. “When I was almost 20, I went to into a well-known bank branch and spoke to an advisor. I shared that I had $500 to invest. He told me to come back when I had more money. I never went back – instead I became the advisor I was looking for,” says Nycole. Serving young entrepreneurs, families, women and children for over a decade as a trusted advisor, Nycole is the visionary behind Eden Financial. Founding her company in 2023, Nycole doubled down on her commitment to educating others on how to build a thriving financial life. With the belief that personal finance is “more personal than finance,” Nycole has helped others bring their financial goals to life by first understanding them as people. Investing quality time into building a relationship with each person she serves is of the utmost importance to Nycole. “I want to be able to help people like my younger self, who had the right financial intentions but who needed guidance on everything from A-Z when it comes to financial planning and investing.” Sought out for her valued counsel and tailor-made approach, Nycole works with her clientele as their financial “partner,” seeking to educate them every step of the way so they can become more confident along their wealth building journey. With a diverse and comprehensive background, Nycole has built Eden Financial as a one-stop shop powerhouse for those who value quality in both service and results. As an inspired leader who knows that true success comes from helping others, Nycole is highly involved in a variety of personal and professional organizations. She believes in following your dreams and never settling for less than your potential. As a mom, wife, health and wellness advocate, and forever student of life, Nycole continues to challenge herself to rise to her potential, and encourages others to never settle for less than what their goals are.

Steven Miranda is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career at Merrill in 2005 after earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Investment from California State University, Long Beach. Throughout his tenure, Steven has held various roles within the Global Wealth and Investment Management division and the Preferred Banking and Investments division, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of the resources and capabilities across both Merrill and Bank of America. Steven's expertise covers customized portfolio management, risk mitigation, liability management, tax minimization, cash flow analysis, estate planning, and business acquisition and succession planning. He aims to deliver thorough and accurate financial advice that optimizes wealth management strategies to meet the challenges of a dynamic economic environment. Steven holds multiple professional designations, including Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor℠ (CRPC), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He also completed an Accredited Certificate Program at the University of California. In his personal time, Steven and his wife Karla live with their dog Charlie in south Orange County, California. They engage in health and fitness activities, traveling, cooking, reading, and participating in their community.