Top startup equity planning financial advisors in Loveland, CO

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 have startup equity—like stock options or shares—you need a plan to manage when and how to exercise or sell it. Without careful planning, you might face unexpected tax bills or miss the best time to maximize your gains.

  • Tax timing insight. Ask how they handle the flat Colorado income tax, which changes the usual strategies compared to states with progressive taxes.
  • Equity type knowledge. Confirm they understand different startup equity forms, such as incentive stock options versus restricted stock units, and their unique tax impacts.
  • Exit event planning. Check how they prepare you for liquidity events like acquisitions or IPOs, ensuring your equity decisions align with those milestones.
  • Cash flow management. See if they help balance exercising options with your personal finances to avoid surprises or cash shortages.

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Elizabeth Y

Series 66

Loveland, CO

Thrivent Investment Management

Elizabeth Yenni is a financial advisor at Thrivent Investment Management with one year of industry experience. She previously worked at Northwestern Mutual and has held various roles including an independent contracting position with Clear River Consulting, where she supports clean energy and community environmental projects. Thrivent Investment Management provides Dedicated Planning Services to individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofit clients, offering holistic, goal-based financial planning without discretionary trading authority.

Business ownership considerations
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John R

Series 66

Loveland, CO

Edward Jones

John Rothones is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones, based in Loveland, CO. He has 19 years of industry experience, all spent with Edward Jones since 2007. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets through a nationwide network of more than 23,000 advisors, offering a range of investment strategies and affiliated services under a fiduciary standard.

Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting Multi-generational wealth transfer Retired Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Paul H

Series 63

Loveland, CO

LPL Financial

Paul Hummel is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Loveland, CO, holding a Series 63 designation and 37 years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2017, he spent 24 years at Investment Centers of America, Inc. In addition to his advisory work, he is a business owner of a local pizza restaurant in Loveland. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Wealth management Retirement income strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax-loss harvesting Annuities Retired Founder/Business Owner Executive
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William T

Series 63, Series 65, Series 66

Oceanside, CA

OSAIC

William Tychsen II is a financial advisor at OSAIC with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 designations. Prior to joining OSAIC, he worked with First Tech Federal Credit Union and Raymond James Financial Services Advisors. He is also the CEO of Tychsen Advisory Group, a financial advisory firm. OSAIC Wealth, Inc. serves a broad range of retail and institutional clients, including high-net-worth individuals, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm provides integrated brokerage and investment advisory services, utilizing asset-allocation tools and third-party platforms to manage diverse portfolios.

Annuities Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting Private / alternative investments Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Christa B

CFP®, Series 66

Loveland, CO

Wells Fargo Clearing

Christa Bouchard is a CFP® professional with eight years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2018. Prior to that, she worked with The Nanci Garnand Team and was involved with Respite Care, Inc. She holds a Series 66 designation. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, drawing on research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Retired Founder/Business Owner

Kimberly H

CFP®, CRPC®

Troy, MI

Innermost Wealth Management, LLC

I founded Innermost™ Wealth Management to create a more personal, thoughtful approach to financial planning and wealth management. My background in both finance and psychology shaped my belief that money is not just about numbers. It is deeply personal and connected to your values, goals, and life experiences. I work with professionals who want to grow and simplify their wealth, with a special focus on women navigating career growth, equity compensation, and major life transitions such as divorce. Many of my clients are balancing busy lives and complex financial decisions, and they value having a long-term financial partner who truly understands their needs. My firm is centered on ongoing wealth management through investment advisory relationships. Clients work with me for comprehensive financial planning and investment management that evolves with them over time. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional, Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor℠, and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® Candidate, I provide technical expertise and strategic guidance, while also recognizing the emotional side of financial decisions. My approach is compassionate, judgment-free, and designed to reduce stress while helping you feel more confident in your choices. I operate a fully virtual firm, working with clients across the country who appreciate flexibility and convenience. My goal is to simplify your financial life, provide clear advice, and help you align your wealth with what matters most to you. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, photography, cooking, and spending quality time with my Beagle, Gracie.

General retirement planning General tax planning Wealth management Startup equity planning Divorce financial planning Women Professionals Life coaching / goal alignment Established Professionals Approaching retirement Dual Income Family

George S

Series 66

Hartford, CT

Merrill

George Silvester is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving as a member of the Boston Executive Services Team since 2017. He works primarily with founders, executives, and key associates at both privately held and publicly traded companies, focusing on the intricacies of equity ownership and equity compensation. George's approach begins with understanding what is most important to his clients and assessing their current position relative to their goals, ultimately developing customized financial strategies that align with their evolving life needs, resources, and aspirations. George began his career at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management as a Summer Analyst in 2016, where he developed an understanding of the client-advisor relationship and the collaborative pursuit of clients’ life goals. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Management with a concentration in Finance from Tulane University’s A.B. Freeman School of Business. Additionally, George has earned the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation awarded by the College for Financial Planning, as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of his professional work, George’s personal interests include biking, bowling, chess, cooking, golfing, hiking, and reading.

Exec comp design Startup equity planning Liquidity event planning Wealth management ESG / Sustainable investing Founder/Business Owner Executive

James V

Series 66

Stuart, FL

Fidelity

James Van Nice is a Benefits & Planning Consultant specializing in Executive Services. In this role, he partners with executives to help them understand their employer benefits and develop plans to work towards their financial goals. James has professional experience as an Investment Solutions Representative III at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2025 and as an Investment Solutions Representative II at Fidelity Investments from 2022 to 2023. Prior to that, he worked at Merrill Lynch as an Investment Solutions Representative I from 2021 to 2022 and as a Financial Advisor from 2018 to 2019. Outside of his professional work, James engages in fishing, fitness, golf, running, and volunteering.

Exec comp design Liquidity event planning Startup equity planning Executive

Adam N

CFP®, Series 66

Mankato, MN

Edward Jones

Adam Neubauer is a CFP® professional with 12 years of experience in financial advising, currently working at Edward Jones since 2014. He holds the Series 66 designation and is based in Mankato, MN. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies, including discretionary and non-discretionary wrap fee solutions, separately managed accounts, and affiliated mutual funds, operating under a fiduciary standard.

Retirement income strategy Charitable giving & philanthropy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) General estate planning guidance Retirement withdrawal strategies Retired Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Juan P

Series 66

San Francisco, CA

Optimo Capital

Juan Polanco is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Optimo Capital in San Francisco, CA, and has 11 years of industry experience. Before founding Optimo Capital, he worked at Carr & Ferrell LLP for two years. Outside of his advisory role, Mr. Polanco works full-time as an engineer at PacBio and mentors startups and founders at the Founder's Institute and LoyalVC. Optimo Capital advises founders of venture-backed companies, recently funded startups, and private investors on portfolio supervision and capital-raising. The firm uses a combined top‑down and bottom‑up analytical approach with a supervisory and consultative model, focusing on tailored services such as Investment Policy Statements, due diligence management, and pitch material preparation.

Business ownership considerations Wealth management Founder/Business Owner

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