Overwhelmed by options?
Answer a few questions to see advisors matched to you.
Find a financial advisor
Based on your filters
Jakob M
Series 66
Tampa, FL
Independent Financial Partners
Jakob Muehlschlegel is a financial advisor at Independent Financial Partners with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including IFP Securities, Synovus Bank, and Finances for the Fearless. His background also includes roles at Medinah Country Club and Bowes Creek Country Club. Independent Financial Partners provides investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent advisers. The firm supports a multi-advisor platform offering both individualized and centralized investment management, with a notable focus on retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting services.
Susan S
Series 63, Series 65
Albany, NY
Independent Financial Partners
Susan Schell is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Partners, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. She has worked with Independent Financial Partners since 2011 and was previously affiliated with LPL Financial. Outside of her advisory role, she is a part-owner of Warbler Brewery, LLC, and serves on the boards of the Hartwick College Alumni Association, Westminster Presbyterian Church, and the Financial Planning Association of Northeastern New York. Independent Financial Partners offers investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a decentralized multi-advisor platform. The firm supports a wide range of clients with customizable investment strategies and notable retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting services.
David G
Series 63, Series 65
Winder, GA
Independent Financial Partners
David Gleeson is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Partners, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 28 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Independent Financial Partners since 2011 and concurrently with IFP Securities, LLC since 2019. Outside of advisory work, he is an agent for Physicians Financial Services, LLC, selling term and non-variable life insurance products. Independent Financial Partners provides investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm supports a multi-advisor platform serving tens of thousands of clients and is notable for its formal retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting capabilities.
Joseph W
Series 66
Tampa, FL
Independent Financial Partners
Joseph Wheeler is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Independent Financial Partners, based in Tampa, FL, and has 17 years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and IFP Securities. Outside of his advisory role, Wheeler serves as a board member for the Maitland Club Homeowner's Association. Independent Financial Partners offers investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent advisers. The firm supports a multi-advisor platform serving individual, charitable, corporate, and high-net-worth clients with a decentralized advisory model and notable retirement-plan consulting capabilities.
Marlin H
Series 66
Jacksonville Beach, FL
Independent Financial Partners
Marlin Howley is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Partners, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 20 years of industry experience. He previously worked at LPL Financial for 10 years before joining his current firm in 2019. Howley is also the owner of Postillion Wealth Management, LLC, where he is involved in investment management and insurance services. Independent Financial Partners provides investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm supports a multi-advisor platform serving individual, charitable, corporate, and high-net-worth clients, offering both advisor-driven and centralized investment approaches.
Gary H
CFP®, Series 63
Cincinnati, OH
Independent Financial Partners
Gary Hollander is a CFP® with 43 years of experience in the financial industry. He is currently affiliated with Independent Financial Partners and IFP Securities, LLC and has previously worked with LPL Financial, Mutual Service Corporation, and Ohio National. Hollander volunteers as a moderator for continuing education programs at the University of Cincinnati, Miami University, and the University of Dayton, focusing on FINRA-approved retirement planning courses. Independent Financial Partners provides investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm supports both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts and is noted for its formal retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting services.
Adam D
Series 65
Crescent Springs, KY
Independent Financial Partners
Adam Dickman is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Partners, holding a Series 65 credential and four years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at A&R Logistics and Costco, as well as teaching at Thomas More College. Independent Financial Partners provides investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent advisers. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, charitable organizations, corporations, and high-net-worth clients, and offers both advisor-directed and centralized investment management options.
Craig M
CFP®, Series 63
Florence, KY
Independent Financial Partners
Craig Middendorf is a CFP® with 26 years of industry experience, currently with Independent Financial Partners. He has held positions at IFP Securities, LLC since 2019 and previously worked at LPL Financial, LLC from 2011 to 2019. Middendorf also operates GPS Wealth Management, a financial services firm focused on insurance sales and investment advisory services. Independent Financial Partners provides investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm supports a multi-advisor platform serving individual, charitable, corporate, and high-net-worth clients, with a notable focus on retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting.
Keith G
Series 66
Urbandale, IA
Independent Financial Partners
Keith Gredys is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Partners who holds a Series 66 designation and has 27 years of experience. His career includes roles at IFP Securities, LLC, Kidder Advisers, Inc., Fuerza Financial, Inc. dba The Kidder Company, and LPL Financial. He is also a notary public. Independent Financial Partners provides investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm offers a decentralized advisory model and is noted for its retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting capabilities, serving a broad client base including individuals, charities, corporations, and high-net-worth clients.
Eric K
Series 63, Series 65
Tampa, FL
Independent Financial Partners
Eric Klaus is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Partners in Tampa, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials with 29 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at IFP Securities, LPL Financial, Ameriprise, Merrill, and Banc of America Investment Services. Outside of his advisory work, Klaus is the head coach of the Alonso High School boys lacrosse team and owns a website connecting teens with odd jobs. Independent Financial Partners provides investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a decentralized advisory model with options for discretionary and non-discretionary management, known for its formal retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting capabilities.
Evan T
Series 63, Series 66
Louisville, KY
Independent Financial Partners
Evan Thurmond is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Partners, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and having 24 years of industry experience. He previously worked at LPL Financial for 10 years before joining Independent Financial Partners in 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he owns Barrel Proof Brands, an entity involved in events and property management. Independent Financial Partners serves a nationwide client base through a network of independent Investment Adviser Representatives and offers a decentralized advisory model where individual advisors set investment strategies. The firm is also noted for its specialized retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting services.
Harvey S
ChFC®, Series 63
Boca Raton, FL
Independent Financial Partners
Harvey Stein is a ChFC® credentialed financial advisor with Independent Financial Partners, bringing 42 years of industry experience. He has worked at Independent Financial Partners since 2011 and previously at LPL Financial. Stein serves as trustee for multiple family trusts. Independent Financial Partners offers investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm supports a multi-advisor platform and provides retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting services alongside discretionary and non-discretionary account management options.
Gary S
ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Daniel Island, SC
Independent Financial Partners
Gary Sawyer is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Partners, holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 and 65 licenses, with 53 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at IFP Securities, LLC, LPL Financial, LLC, and ongoing involvement with Growth Plus LLC and Creative Marketing Int'l Corp. He also spends substantial time on retirement plan solutions through a separate DBA. Independent Financial Partners provides investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm offers a decentralized advisory model that supports discretionary and non-discretionary management and is notable for its formal retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting capabilities.
Eugene F
Series 63
Granger, IN
Independent Financial Partners
Eugene Flock Jr. is a financial advisor at Independent Financial Partners with 34 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at firms including Securities America Advisors, Inc. and E. J. Flock & Associates. He is also the owner of Generations Wealth Advisors, an investment-related business. Independent Financial Partners provides investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm is notable for its retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting capabilities as well as its multi-advisor platform serving a broad client base.
Kevin M
Series 63
Tampa, FL
Independent Financial Partners
Kevin Manning is a financial advisor with Independent Financial Partners in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 63 credential and 34 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at LPL Financial Corporation and IFP Securities, LLC. Outside of advising, he is involved in real estate sales through his sole proprietorship with Coldwell Banker Realty. Independent Financial Partners provides investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent representatives. The firm supports a multi-advisor platform serving a wide range of clients and offers a decentralized advisory model alongside notable retirement-plan and pension consulting capabilities.
Tatum S
CFA®
Tacoma, WA
Independent Financial Partners
Tatum Steele is a CFA® charterholder affiliated with Independent Financial Partners and Steele Capital Management. Steele has over seven years of industry experience, including a seven-year tenure at Russell Investments and four years at Washington State University. Independent Financial Partners serves a nationwide network of independent advisors, managing over $12 billion in assets for individual, charitable, corporate, and high-net-worth clients. The firm offers a decentralized advisory model with access to centralized asset management and is notable for its retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting services.
William H
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Tampa, FL
Independent Financial Partners
William Hamm Jr. is a CFP® and ChFC® with over 42 years of industry experience. He has been associated with Independent Financial Partners since 2000 and currently serves at IFP Securities, LLC, with prior experience at LPL Financial. Outside of advisory work, he is president of IFP Advisors, Inc., where he is involved in the sale and service of life insurance products and financial planning. Independent Financial Partners provides investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm supports a multi-advisor platform with a decentralized advisory model, formal retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting capabilities, and partnerships to provide directed trustee services.
Anthony A
Series 63, Series 66
Palm Harbor, FL
Independent Financial Partners
Anthony Adamo Jr. is a financial advisor at Independent Financial Partners with 36 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at TIAA-CREF from 2013 to 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he co-owns and helps manage a short-term rental cabin in Ellijay, Georgia. Independent Financial Partners serves a nationwide network of independent advisors, offering investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services. The firm supports a multi-advisor platform and provides both discretionary and non-discretionary account management, with notable capabilities in retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting.
Darrell A
ChFC®, Series 63, Series 66
San Diego, CA
Independent Financial Partners
Darrell Alford is a ChFC® with 40 years of experience in the financial industry. He is currently with Independent Financial Partners, where he has worked since 2025. His prior experience includes roles at Triad Advisors, Resources Investment Advisors, and LPL Financial Corporation. Independent Financial Partners provides investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent Investment Adviser Representatives. The firm supports a multi-advisor platform serving individual, charitable, corporate, and high-net-worth clients, with a notable focus on retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting.
Travis M
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Glendale, AZ
Independent Financial Partners
Travis Mcgann is a CFP® professional at Independent Financial Partners with 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at firms including LPL Financial and Wells Fargo Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in overseeing a wealth management firm and serves as a life insurance agent. Independent Financial Partners offers investment advisory, financial planning, trust, and retirement-plan services through a nationwide network of independent advisors. The firm supports a multi-advisor platform serving individual, charitable, corporate, and high-net-worth clients, with a notable focus on retirement-plan advisory and pension consulting.
Not sure where to start?
We'll help you think it through—whether you ultimately need an advisor or not. Warmer helps you compare advisors clearly, so you can choose with confidence.
For advisor listings, we rely on sources including public filings and data provided by advisors, and we cannot guarantee that all information is current or accurate. Advisors are independent and may not have reviewed or updated this information. Please review an advisor’s Form ADV and do your own diligence before deciding whether to work with them.
Advisor matching and introductions are provided by FinanceHQ LLC (“FHQ”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Warmer and an SEC-registered investment advisor. We receive compensation from certain participating advisors for introductions or referrals. This creates a conflict of interest because we have an incentive to recommend advisors who compensate us, including those who pay us more. You pay no fee to use our matching service, and advisor fees are not increased because of a referral or introduction. We do not review the ongoing performance of advisors, manage or hold assets, guarantee performance, or provide advice about specific investments.
By using our service, you agree to our Terms of Service and Advisory Agreement, and acknowledge our Privacy Policy. Please review FHQ’s ADV Part 2A and Form CRS. Logos provided by Logo.dev
© 2026 Warmer Holdings Inc. (“Warmer”)
Finding advisors...
Find a financial advisor
Based on your filters