Harold Knight

Hi, I'm Dave Rowan. As the President and Founder of Rowan Financial, my primary responsibility is to provide my clients with the tools and encouragement they need to achieve their most important goals. With over 16 years of experience in the financial services industry, I specialize in assisting real estate investors, pre-retirees and new families in growing their wealth, and bettering their own lives along with the lives of their family and community. Before founding Rowan Financial in 2011, I spent 24 years at Crayola, where I most recently served as the Director of Research & Development. Over the course of my career, I have obtained the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) designation and the Series 65 Advisor Law Certification. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Penn State, obtained in 1992, and an MBA from Lehigh University, earned in 2000. I am also a member of the National Association of Personal Financial Planners (NAPFA) and the XY Planning Network, which affords me the opportunity to participate in multiple masterminds and study groups to learn from others and continue to enhance my skills as an advisor. I get to know each of my clients personally and understand what really matters to them beyond the numbers on their account statements. Should we work together, you will know what is possible for you in your life, and you will receive a prioritized Financial Action Plan along with the encouragement you need. I am especially passionate about helping people navigate big transitions in their lives, whether that be leaving your corporate job for full time entrepreneurship, buying your first investment property or starting a new family. I have personal experience in each of these areas and bring that technical expertise to bear should we work together. I also recognize that, like me, you’re a human being dealing with all of the emotions and concerns that these changes can bring up. When we talk about your finances, we’ll always talk about the “math” as well as the “quality of life” implications of each decision and make the call that’s best for you and those you love. When I'm not helping clients, I enjoy hiking, pickleball, trying to show up for all of my appointments with my trainer at the gym, traveling with my adult children and family, having deep conversations with my wife Stacy, and engaging in personal development to better understand myself and better serve others.

Whether you’re a tech worker who’s just received RSUs for the first time or you're a long-term employee needing a plan for all your ISOs, you’ve found the right place. I do this work because I believe everyone deserves quality financial planning. When you work with me, you get personalized, one-on-one financial guidance. That means no more sifting through heaps of personal finance articles, stressing about what you’re missing. You get a financial professional who can answer your burning questions – including the ones you didn’t think to ask. Life changes constantly – the same goes for your finances. With ongoing financial planning, you’ll get recommendations based on your unique financial situation. We’ll meet every quarter to keep your financial plans fresh, and I’m here to help you get things done. Learn more about my services here: https://www.pavilionfp.com/services/

Thomas Newell is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He partners with individuals and small businesses to develop personalized financial strategies that align with clients’ goals and market conditions. Thomas provides guidance on a variety of financial needs, including retirement planning, portfolio management, college education planning, divorce transition planning, and individual and corporate investment strategies. With expertise in designing and implementing retirement plans tailored to business cultures and helping individuals achieve their personal financial objectives, Thomas emphasizes simplifying investing for his clients. He holds a Master’s degree from Villanova University and a Bachelor’s degree from the Pennsylvania State University System. Thomas carries the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA) professional designations. Originally from Philadelphia, Thomas is the youngest of seven siblings. He values listening, loyalty, respect, and courtesy in his professional and personal life. He resides in the Lehigh Valley with his wife and two children. Outside of work, Thomas enjoys boating, football, golfing, spending time with family, and watching movies.

Alfred Douglass is a Wealth Management Advisor with extensive experience in financial services, having begun his career in 1987 as a trust officer. He joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management’s internal wealth planning department before co-founding The Douglass Group in Allentown in 1995. His practice focuses on wealth management and retirement planning strategies, including investment management and estate planning services. He holds multiple professional designations, including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Alfred earned his bachelor’s degree from Lafayette College and holds a high school diploma from The Hill School. In addition to his professional work, Alfred is involved in community organizations such as the Wildlands Conservancy, where he serves as a board member, and supports the Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network. He is also a Level 3 Certified instructor with the Professional Ski Instructors of America.

Christopher Baumer is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his financial career shortly after college working as part of a team of financial analysts. Following this, he pursued an entrepreneurial path, founding and operating his own business for 14 years. After selling his business in 2015, he joined The Baumer Wealth Management Group, where he works with clients to develop tailored wealth management strategies that support their personal and financial objectives. Christopher holds a Bachelor's degree from Lebanon Valley College and has obtained multiple professional designations, including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Certified 401(k) Professional (C(k)P), and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA). His areas of expertise include executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, institutional investment consulting, retirement planning, legacy planning, and corporate investment strategy. He lives in Allentown, Pennsylvania, with his wife Monica and their children. His personal interests include gardening, golfing, skiing, and swimming.