Balance Wealth

Welcome and thank you for taking a moment to read more about Bolt Financial Group and Shaun Carney, CFP®! Shaun Carney is the Co-Founder of Bolt Financial Group, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM and serves as the firm’s Wealth Advisor. Shaun has over seven years of experience in the financial services industry. Responsible for establishing and maintaining client relationships, Shaun finds immense satisfaction in helping individuals better prepare for retirement. Prior to forming his own firm, Shaun served in the United States Air Force and worked with Edward Jones. After earning his Master of Science degree in Cost Analysis, Shaun went on to obtain his CFP(R), Series 7 and 66 securities licenses. As a member of the Air Force Reserve, Shaun continues to fly C-17s in service to the United States of America. When he isn’t helping people plan for retirement, and piloting C-17s, Shaun is an avid golfer, traveler, husband, and father to three children. Always eager to help others and give back in any way that he can, Shaun regularly volunteers with the Reserve Officers Association and the Knights of Columbus.

Adam Fitch is a financial advisor at Balance Wealth with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bolt Financial Group, RT Specialty, and Northwestern Mutual. Balance Wealth Partners serves individual and high-net-worth clients as well as defined contribution and defined benefit plans, offering discretionary investment management, financial planning, and pension consulting through a team of nine advisors. The firm employs diversified, risk-based portfolios using fundamental analysis, modern portfolio theory, and quantitative approaches, and operates across nine offices with relationships that facilitate brokerage and custody services.

David Marlin is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor at Balance Wealth with eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Balance Wealth in 2025, he worked at Agdeavor Investments and Bolt Financial Group, Inc., and has also served as a military pilot instructor for FlightSafety Services Corp. since 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he provides continuation training for C-17 pilots in a flight simulator. Balance Wealth Partners is a registered investment adviser serving individual and high-net-worth clients, as well as defined contribution and defined benefit plans. The firm employs diversified, risk-based portfolios and combines fundamental analysis, modern portfolio theory, quantitative analysis, and long-term trading, managing approximately $387 million for over 550 clients through a team of advisors.

Larry Thompson is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Balance Wealth since 2025 and previously served as managing member of Agdeavor Investments for 19 years. Thompson is also president of Thompson Business Associates, a consulting and business management firm, and executive director of Heartland Agdeavor Association, both roles he has held for over 20 years. Balance Wealth Partners serves individual and high-net-worth clients as well as defined contribution and defined benefit plans, offering discretionary investment management, financial planning, and pension consulting through a team of nine advisors. The firm employs diversified, risk-based portfolios and applies fundamental analysis, modern portfolio theory, and quantitative methods in its investment approach.

Robert Gavlak is a CFP® and Series 66 licensed advisor with 14 years of industry experience. He is currently with Balance Wealth and Balance Insurance Solutions, where he provides investment advice and creates insurance strategies. His prior experience includes roles at WealthSource Partners, AMG Group, and Strategic Wealth Partners. Balance Wealth Partners is a registered investment adviser serving individual and high-net-worth clients as well as retirement plans. The firm employs diversified, risk-based portfolios and a variety of investment strategies, operating through a team-based structure across multiple offices.

Timothy Power is a financial advisor at Balance Wealth with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and previously worked at WealthSource Partners and SurePath Wealth Management. Outside of his advisory role, he is also active as an artist. Balance Wealth Partners serves individual and high-net-worth clients as well as defined contribution and defined benefit plans, providing discretionary investment management, financial planning, and pension consulting. The firm employs diversified, risk-based portfolios using various investment vehicles and operates from multiple offices, supporting over 550 clients.

Nicholas Gookin is a financial advisor with Balance Wealth and holds a Series 65 credential. He has eight years of industry experience, including previous roles at WealthSource Partners, OneDigital Investment Advisors, and Retirement Outfitters. His background also includes work in higher education at Colorado Mesa University. Balance Wealth Partners is a registered investment adviser serving individual and high-net-worth clients as well as defined contribution and defined benefit plans. The firm manages diversified, risk-based portfolios using a variety of investment vehicles and employs fundamental analysis, modern portfolio theory, and quantitative methods in its approach.

Nora Lamendola is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor at Balance Wealth with six years of industry experience. She has previously worked with Bolt Financial Group and Godshall Professional Recruiting. Nora is also the sole member and president of Retire Educated Seminar Series, LLC, an educational platform offering financial courses to pre-retirees and retirees at local colleges. Balance Wealth Partners serves individual and high-net-worth clients as well as defined contribution and defined benefit plans, providing discretionary investment management, financial planning, and pension consulting. The firm manages approximately $387 million across more than 550 clients through a team of advisors and utilizes diversified, risk-based portfolios with a focus on fundamental and quantitative analysis.

Tyler Purcell is a financial advisor at Balance Wealth with 13 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Kiplinger Wealth Advisors, Securities America Inc., and Merrill. Outside of finance, he owns a laundromat business, The Laundry Spot LLC, which he manages without day-to-day involvement. Balance Wealth Partners serves individual and high-net-worth clients, as well as defined contribution and defined benefit plans, offering discretionary investment management, financial planning, and pension consulting. The firm employs diversified, risk-based portfolios and utilizes fundamental analysis, modern portfolio theory, and quantitative methods across multiple offices.