Seasoned financial advisors working with founders and business owners in Utah
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.
You might need a founder or business owner advisor if you're navigating complex decisions like business succession, tax planning, or balancing personal and business finances. Without focused experience, advisors can overlook how your business impacts your overall financial picture.
- Business succession insight. Confirm how they approach planning for ownership transfer or sale, ensuring your legacy and financial goals align.
- Tax strategy integration. Ask how they coordinate business tax planning with your personal tax situation to avoid costly surprises.
- Cash flow balancing. Look for advisors who consider both your business and personal cash flow needs when recommending strategies.
- Experience matters. Seasoned advisors here bring decades of navigating founder-specific challenges, which can help you avoid common pitfalls.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Brandon N
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Salt Lake City, UT
OSAIC
Brandon Nelson's 27 years of experience and CFP® and ChFC® credentials equip him to address the complex financial needs of founders and business owners in Utah, including business succession and tax strategy integration. Affiliated with OSAIC, a large national firm known for its technology-driven investment process, he offers flat-fee planning and consulting services, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee structures or smaller firm affiliations.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $398,336
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William T
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Salt Lake City, UT
D.A. Davidson & Co.
William Thornton's 42 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address the complex financial needs of founders and business owners in Utah, including wealth management and retirement income strategy. Operating from a large firm, D.A. Davidson & Co., he serves a diverse clientele with comprehensive planning and fiduciary-advised retirement services, distinguishing him with access to extensive resources and a Private Wealth program for high-net-worth individuals.
Experience: 42 years
Avg account: $552,040
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Brent L
CFP®, Series 63
Mapleton, UT
Cetera
Brent Larsen's 36 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address the complex financial needs of founders and business owners in Utah, including retirement plans like SEP and solo 401k. Affiliated with Cetera, a large firm offering diverse portfolio management and financial planning services, he provides flat-fee and hourly consulting options, distinguishing him from advisors with more traditional fee structures.
Experience: 36 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Victor C
Series 63, Series 65
Ogden, UT
J.P. Morgan Securities
Victor Caron brings 27 years of experience advising founders and business owners in Utah, making him well-equipped to handle complex issues like business succession and tax planning. Operating within J.P. Morgan Securities, a large firm known for institutional consulting and customized performance reporting, he offers a 0.30% annual AUM fee and serves executive clients, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms or with less institutional support.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $318,381
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Mark F
CFP®, Series 63
Herriman, UT
Principal Financial Services
Mark Fry's 25 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address the complex financial needs of founders and business owners in Utah, including business succession and tax strategy integration. Affiliated with Principal Financial Services, a large firm offering diverse client services and flexible fee structures like hourly and monthly options, he also brings added value through his role as a bank/trust officer, supporting retirement plans and trust relationships.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $324,050
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