Norman Carl Pishny

I founded my firm to help families and business owners make confident financial decisions, without the confusion, pressure, or one-size-fits-all advice that too often dominates this industry. Before entering wealth management over a decade ago, I founded and operated a successful software company in Overland Park. Running a business taught me how systems really work: cash flow, risk, tradeoffs, and the consequences of decisions made today that don’t show up until years later. That perspective still shapes how I approach financial planning: structured, consultative, and focused on solving real problems for my clients. We work with clients on comprehensive wealth management, retirement planning, and employer-sponsored retirement plans, including 401(k) and other qualified plans for small and mid-sized businesses. Early in my career I recognized the importance of constant improvement and learning. I hold the ChFC® (Chartered Financial Consultant®), CRPC® (Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor®) and CRPS® (Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist®) designations through the College for Financial Planning. More importantly, I believe good advice starts with listening. Every client’s situation is different, and effective planning requires understanding your goals, values, and preferences, not just numbers on a page. When I’m not working, you’ll usually find me spending time with my family, supporting my kids’ activities, traveling, enjoying winter sports, or continuing to deepen my knowledge of finance, technology, and business. I consider it a privilege to do this work. My goal as a founder and advisor is simple: build long-term relationships and provide clear, thoughtful guidance that helps clients move forward with confidence.

James Hargrave is a CFP® with six years of industry experience, currently serving as the sole advisor at Pillar Financial Planning. His prior experience includes roles at My Financial Coach and LearnLux, where he provides financial wellness coaching to employees through digital tools and personalized education. Pillar Financial Planning is an independent, fee-only fiduciary adviser that offers financial planning and discretionary investment management to individuals and small businesses without requiring a minimum investable-asset threshold. The firm emphasizes long-term, passive portfolios based on Modern Portfolio Theory and provides tailored planning options, including services designed for young physicians and business owners.

Dustin Irish is a financial advisor at Irish Capital LLC with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. Prior to founding Irish Capital, he worked at MML Investors Services, LLC and MassMutual Life Insurance Co. He serves as a board member for the nonprofit Friends of Infant Toddler Services and works as a stagehand for the Kansas City Chiefs. Irish Capital provides discretionary wealth management and financial planning to individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on portfolios primarily composed of ETFs and low-cost mutual funds with occasional use of individual stocks and options. The firm employs a fundamental, long-term investment approach with strategic asset allocation adjusted as client needs or market conditions change.

John Sykora is a CFP® professional with 25 years of experience in financial advising. He has been the principal advisor at Monarch Wealth Management, LLC since 2008. Outside of his advisory role, he is the majority owner of Roar Investments, LLC, an executive suites office leasing business. Monarch Wealth Management provides financial planning and discretionary investment management to individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on fundamental, valuation-driven analysis with a contrarian approach. The firm offers comprehensive and modular plans covering retirement, tax, estate, insurance, education, and employee benefits, managing approximately $50 million in discretionary assets.

Mark Januszewski is a financial advisor at Tax Advantage Advisors, Inc. in Overland Park, KS, with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at M. S. Howells and Securities Service Network, Inc. in addition to his long tenure at Tax Advantage Advisors. Januszewski is also a licensed life and health insurance agent. Tax Advantage Advisors, Inc. serves individuals, businesses, and trusts by providing fee-for-service financial planning and asset management, including management of brokerage accounts and variable annuity and life sub-accounts. The firm uses model-based portfolios with a focus on diversification and low-expense share classes, managing accounts primarily on a discretionary basis and reviewing them quarterly.

Matthew Zolton is a Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) with 18 years of industry experience. He is the principal of Enclave Planning LLC, a firm he joined in 2025 after working at Creative Planning, Inc. and Charles Schwab. Enclave Planning LLC is a fee-only registered investment adviser serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, and businesses with wealth management and financial planning services. The firm combines modern portfolio theory and fundamental analysis, using both passive and active investment vehicles, and incorporates ESG and alternative investments when appropriate.