Michael became a financial advisor with a goal of having a positive impact on the lives of others, and their families in a truly significant way.
Working with you as your financial advisor, Michael believes it is important to invest his time to understand what’s most important to you before you invest your money. Michael’s job is to listen, educate, and advise based on your best interests. Only then, will he begin to build a suitable, customized portfolio based on your age; risk tolerance; and most importantly - your goals. Working closely with you and your CPA, attorney and other professionals, Michael helps determine the most appropriate financial strategy for you and your family.
Michael loves to work with families who are preparing for retirement, and have multiple financial goals. He enjoys helping both retirees and pre-retirees plan their legacy for the next generation. Michael has a passion for working with and guiding divorcees; partnering with them through those most difficult times.
Even in his earlier years at Hinsdale Central High School, he always envisioned himself pursuing a career that would allow him to help people in a meaningful way. That has always been his priority. As an undergraduate, he received his Bachelor’s Degree from Purdue University in 2010, where he also volunteered for Habitat For Humanity.
Michael currently holds his Series 7 and 65 securities registrations with LPL Financial as well as his Life and Accident & Health insurance licenses.
Prior to teaming up with Valor Capital Partners, Michael started his career in finance at Edward Jones. He then advised at CGO Wealth Management, a private investment firm. With over four years of experience in the financial industry, Michael prides himself in being fully transparent with everyone he meets. He is happily married, loves spending time with his family, and hopes to continue traveling to new places with his wife.