Seasoned, business succession planning financial advisors in Hillsboro, OR
The right financial advisor for you depends on how you weigh location, expertise, experience, the clients they typically serve, and how they work with you.
If you're preparing to transfer your business ownership or retire, you need a business succession planning advisor who understands the complexities of keeping your business thriving through the transition. A common mistake is underestimating how intertwined business value, tax implications, and family dynamics can derail a smooth succession.
- Comprehensive valuation insight. Look for advisors who explain how they assess your business's worth beyond just current profits, including future potential and market conditions.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they consider Oregon's relatively high income taxes in structuring the succession to minimize unexpected tax burdens.
- Family and stakeholder coordination. Ask how they manage communication and agreements among family members or partners to prevent conflicts during ownership transfer.
- Long-term transition planning. Ensure they help you map out a timeline that aligns with your retirement goals and business continuity needs.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
-
Michelle W
Series 66
Lake Oswego, OR
Allium Financial Advisors, LLC
Michelle Wanless brings 23 years of experience in business succession planning, with expertise in charitable giving and private investments, making her well-equipped to handle complex ownership transitions. Based in Lake Oswego, her firm manages over $638 million and offers both discretionary and non-discretionary management, with a flat-fee planning option and a focus on asset allocation and diversification, distinguishing her from other advisors in the Hillsboro area.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $2,974,144
-
Steve J
CFP®, Series 63
Carlton, OR
Hornor, Townsend & Kent, LLC
Steve Johnson brings 40 years of experience in business succession planning and wealth management, supported by his CFP® certification and affiliation with a large firm. His flat-fee and negotiated hourly fee structures offer flexible engagement options. Located in nearby Carlton, OR, he combines deep industry knowledge with a unique perspective from his commercial salmon fishing business, distinguishing him from other advisors in the Hillsboro area.
Experience: 41 years
Avg account: $294,061
-
John C
Series 65
Tualatin, OR
Sound Investment Management Inc
John Child Jr. offers seasoned expertise in business succession planning with 30 years of experience and a Series 65 designation, serving clients near Hillsboro from Tualatin, OR. His firm, Sound Investment Management Inc, manages $243 million with a non-discretionary, diversified investment approach and flexible fee options including flat fees and hourly rates, catering to high-net-worth individuals and family trusts.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $1,825,000
-
Kevin M
Series 63, Series 65
Portland, OR
Edward Jones
Kevin Miller's 26 years of experience and expertise in business succession planning and exit strategies equip him to handle complex ownership transitions effectively. Based in nearby Portland and affiliated with Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, he offers a comprehensive approach including retirement income and estate planning, with a fee structure up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him from smaller local advisors.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $246,728
-
Michael S
Series 63, Series 65
Portland, OR
Merrill
Michael Sheridan's 27 years of experience and Certified Exit Planning Advisor designation equip him to handle complex business succession planning, including valuation and tax considerations in Oregon. Based in nearby Portland, he works with executives and founders at Merrill, a large firm, offering expertise in equity and liquidity event planning, which may provide broader strategic options compared to other advisors focused solely on succession.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $860,085
Want help finding the right advisor?
Answer a few questions to see advisors matched to you.
Advisors focused on
People also searched
Popular in Hillsboro, OR
Find advisors by type
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”)