Stephen Smith

Jahanguir Azodi is the sole advisor at Virtual Investment Planning LLC, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses with 27 years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Aspire Wealth Management, Berthel Fisher & Company, and operating his own CPA and investment practice. He is also an author of a published accounting and tax book and manages a wealth management, insurance, and tax services firm. Virtual Investment Planning LLC provides wealth management and financial planning primarily to individual clients, focusing on retirement accounts and diversified portfolio construction using mutual funds, ETFs, and individual securities. The firm combines fundamental and technical analysis with a long-term investment approach and utilizes both direct management and third-party Independent Managers.

It's my passion to offer complete financial advice to everyone, no matter their age, job, or wealth. I aim to make a difference by promoting a meaningful financial future through fee-only services based on purposeful financial planning. It was back in 2007 when I embarked on the journey of setting up my first 401(k) account. Admittedly, I was quite ignorant about the significance of those characters and how the funds I was allocating would impact my financial future. It was the seasoned advice of my experienced colleagues that nudged me to seize this benefit. As my curiosity grew, I stumbled upon invaluable resources such as the Bogleheads forum , an expansive hub for all things related to personal finance. I eagerly delved into the realm of personal finance, devouring every piece of information I could lay my hands on. I was so enticed by the potential of this idea that I made the decision to leave my position with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions. My goal was to pursue a master's degree in Family Financial Planning at the University of Nebraska, and ultimately fulfill all the requirements to become a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®. This journey not only led me to academic success, but also provided me with a diverse work background. During this time, I gained valuable experience in various areas such as retirement planning, tax services, investment management, and workplace benefits, all of which were acquired from some of the most reputable companies in the financial services industry. When I’m not nose deep in spreadsheets, I enjoy spending time on the lake with my family, hiking, running, and cheering on our beloved Green Bay Packers. I LOVE visiting national parks. If I ever need less of an adventurous getaway, I enjoy visiting wine countries in northern California and the valleys of Northwest Oregon.

William Walsh is a financial advisor with Bridgeport Asset Management, LLC in Madison, WI, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cabot Lodge Securities since 2013 and CL Wealth Management LLC since 2011. Walsh is also a licensed insurance agent, occasionally placing fixed insurance products. Bridgeport Asset Management provides investment management and advisory services to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, and employer-sponsored retirement plans. The firm manages model portfolios using a variety of securities and employs fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis to guide investment decisions.

Long before I knew what CFP® meant, I was very interested in money and personal finance. Although I was unsure what my career would ultimately look like, I wanted to be confident and secure in my family's finances and future. In my final year of college, I was fortunate to study under the head of the finance department, who was also a practicing financial planner. From that point forward, the idea of being an independent financial advisor— a trusted partner serving people just like my parents— was my dream job. The first decade-plus of my career was dedicated to building the experience, knowledge, and credentials required to best serve my clients. In 2021, I founded Kardinal Financial to continue this pursuit and to deliver the ideal financial planning experience, unshackled by the status quo and constraints of "this is how it's always been done." Everything at Kardinal Financial—the relationship structure, the investment philosophy, the technology, the fees, everything—is designed to best serve my clients. I have over a decade of experience in financial services. My experience includes serving as the Director of Investment Research at a $2.5 billion wealth management firm and an investment portfolio manager to individuals and families. I have obtained the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designations. When I'm not working, you'll likely find me spending time with my wife (Maggie) and kids (Rose & Calvin), playing soccer, watching Manchester United, or on a walk with a good podcast.

Hi there! My passion and strengths lie in helping people achieve holistic financial well-being and live more meaningfully through personalized, expert financial planning and investment management. In addition to being a CFP® professional, I'm proud to have completed my Master of Science degree in Personal Financial Planning. I am also an Accredited Wealth Management Advisor™ professional, which is a specialized credential in the unique needs of high-net-worth clients, and hold my Accredited Behavioral Finance Professional™ certificate, which is a specialized credential in the the psychology of investor behaviors. Why did I open Lindenwood Financial? I observed a unique set of challenges in the financial services industry: overly complicated investment products, confusing financial terminology, outdated philosophies, and unclear fees. I saw how these obstacles can not only hinder people's financial progress, but cause stress and frustration. So, I envisioned offering a modern, transparent, and simplified but full-service experience to put people at ease and help them reach financial goals they didn't know were possible. Thus, Lindenwood Financial was born. Lindenwood Financial stands out as an independent, fee-only fiduciary financial services firm exclusively dedicated to serving your best interests. We have no affiliations or ties (translation: no loyalty and no bias) to any financial companies, products, or third parties. We also don’t receive sales commissions, ensuring there are no hidden incentives to influence our recommendations. We are not paid by anyone but our clients. Our custom-tailored financial guidance, strategies, and investment recommendations are based on merit and your best interests — period. Interested in learning more? I'd love to hear from you. We offer a complimentary consultation & process to answer all of your questions and show you what we do. With no cost or obligation, it's an easy way to educate yourself, evaluate us, and decide if you'd like to work with us.

James Byrd is the sole advisor at Midwest Asset Management, Inc. in Middleton, WI, holding a Series 63 designation with 38 years of industry experience. He has worked at Midwest Asset Management since 1987. Outside of his advisory work, he has been employed part-time in the stocking department at a hardware store since 2018. Midwest Asset Management serves institutional clients, high-net-worth individuals, trusts, estates, and other financial institutions as a sub-advisor. The firm uses a quantitative, systematic approach across equity and fixed-income strategies and offers both discretionary portfolio management and project-based consulting services.