Seasoned financial advisors working with founders and business owners in Vermont
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 run your own business or founded a company, you face unique financial challenges like managing irregular income and planning for business succession. Without an advisor who understands these specific needs, you might miss opportunities to protect your personal and business wealth effectively. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience, helping you navigate complex decisions with confidence.
- Business cash flow insight. Look for advisors who consider how your business income fluctuates and plan your personal finances accordingly.
- Succession planning expertise. Confirm they help design strategies to transfer or sell your business smoothly when the time comes.
- Healthcare access planning. Given Vermont’s rural setting and aging population, ask how they incorporate healthcare availability into your long-term plans.
- Integrated personal and business goals. Ensure they align your business growth with your retirement and family financial objectives.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Danny L
Series 63, Series 66
Lincoln, VT
SPC
Danny Lattrell's 34 years of experience and focus on retirement plans for business owners make him well-suited to address the financial complexities faced by founders and business owners in Vermont. Operating within SPC, a large firm managing $5.66 billion in assets, he offers flat-fee segmented and comprehensive financial plans, providing a structured yet flexible approach compared to other advisors who may have different fee models or smaller firm resources.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $192,080
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Deborah L
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Bennington, VT
Commonwealth Financial Network
Deborah Lane's 33 years of experience and CFP® certification equip her to address the complex financial needs of founders and business owners in Vermont, including retirement income strategy and tax-loss harvesting. Affiliated with Commonwealth Financial Network, a large firm supporting nearly 3,000 advisors, she offers flat-fee consulting services and integrates active portfolio management, distinguishing her from others by combining personalized tax preparation with extensive firm resources.
Experience: 33 years
Avg account: $568,323
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Richard B
Series 63, Series 65
Williston, VT
Silverlake Wealth Management LLC
Richard Briand Jr. brings 43 years of experience advising founders and business owners in Vermont, with expertise in retirement plans tailored for business owners and long-term care insurance. His firm, Silverlake Wealth Management LLC, offers both discretionary and non-discretionary investment management alongside customizable financial planning, with negotiable flat fees and hourly rates. This combination of deep industry knowledge and flexible fee structures distinguishes him from other seasoned advisors in the region.
Experience: 44 years
Avg account: $792,053
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Craig E
Series 63, Series 65
Waitsfield, VT
Kestra Advisory
Craig Eilers brings 38 years of experience advising founders and business owners in Vermont, with specialties in retirement plans for business owners and business exit strategies. His flat-fee structure and affiliation with Kestra Advisory, a large firm offering comprehensive fiduciary and retirement-plan consulting services, distinguish him from others. His background includes executive clients and involvement in community and insurance management, providing a broad perspective on integrated personal and business financial goals.
Experience: 38 years
Avg account: $618,892
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Ami H
Series 66
Burlington, VT
Mass Mutual Investors Services
Ami Howes brings 25 years of experience advising founders and business owners in Vermont, with specialties including cash flow management and multi-generational wealth transfer, which are crucial for managing irregular income and succession planning. Based in Burlington with MassMutual Investors Services, a large firm offering comprehensive financial planning and asset management, she also coaches other advisors, highlighting her deep industry knowledge and leadership within a well-established firm.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $249,379
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