Jacob Jackson

Stephanie, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) professional, is dedicated to simplifying the complexities of finances. Her passion lies in guiding clients to achieve their financial goals, drawing on her personal experiences as a mom who understands the everyday challenges of balancing money and family. Stephanie enjoys helping women take charge of their finances. She believes financial education is important and wants her clients to feel like they understand what they are investing in and become empowered with their finances. She specializes in helping women navigate difficult situations such as divorce, losing a spouse, or starting a business. Stephanie holds a BSBA undergraduate degree with a major in personal financial planning. Furthering her education, she earned a master's degree in advanced financial planning with a focus on financial therapy at Kansas State University. As the former president of The Financial Planning Association of Michigan (FPA), Stephanie actively contributed to various committees, including education, NexGen, mentorship, and symposium. Currently serving as the co-chair of the career development committee, she believes in the importance of advancing the financial planning profession. Stephanie is deeply committed to mentoring financial planning students across the state, advocating for women's participation in the profession, and fostering industry connections. In her leisure, Stephanie enjoys spending time with friends and family by the lake, at concerts, or while traveling. With a love for people and relationships, she enjoys entertaining, hosting gatherings, and bringing festive decorations to every holiday celebration. She is heavily involved in her community and is a CASA volunteer. She also started a non-profit, Once Upon a Room Grand Rapids, which decorates hospital rooms for children experiencing a long-term stay

There is something we have in common. We all have financial resources that we have to figure out how to steward. As you journey in your financial life, it can be difficult to make decisions along the way. Having a trusted advisor is essential to navigating the now and planning for the future. As your advisor, I specialize in helping clients develop a plan that fits their unique situation. We will consider all areas of your financial life as we work together to chart a course forward. Income tax planning Investment planning Retirement planning Charitable giving Cash flow planning Insurance planning Education planning Estate planning It is my desire to be a guide along the journey and help you make your plan a reality. If you would like clarity and direction in your financial life, or someone to help keep you on course, I’d love to have a conversation about working together.

Kimberly Martin is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a senior partner in the Hammond, Martin, McKeough Group. The group serves individual clients, small and middle market businesses, and large corporations with a comprehensive range of financial management products and services, including asset management, retirement services, lending, and banking. Their client relationships are based on integrity, dependability, and trust. Kim has been with Merrill Lynch since 1989 and is experienced in corporate benefits, executive services, divorce transition planning, employee benefits planning, institutional consulting, and services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits. Her team provides financial management tools, retirement planning, and investment guidance, leveraging extensive experience to develop thoughtful and sound strategies. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from Michigan State University and several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified 401(k) Professional (CKP), and CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA). Kim is a member of the National Association of Plan Advisors and has been involved in community organizations such as the West Michigan Symphony and Women Who Care in Muskegon County, Michigan, where she has served on the boards.

Kelly Ballor is the Vice President and Wealth Planner at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2018. She has been with Fidelity Investments since 2012, progressing through positions including Financial Consultant and Investment Representative. Kelly focuses on building customized financial plans by gaining a deep understanding of her clients and their family systems. Her approach emphasizes developing lifetime relationships and leveraging the resources of Fidelity to help clients work toward their definitions of financial success. She holds insurance licenses in Arkansas and California. Outside of her professional work, Kelly's interests include boating, cooking and baking, kayaking, movies, traveling, and yoga.