Michael is dedicated to providing exceptional service to his clients. With more than 30 years of experience in the brokerage and securities industry, he has a successful career working with both businesses and individuals. Prior to joining RBC Wealth Management, Michael was a premier advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors. He believes in having a lasting, positive impact on the lives of clients and their families—for generations to come.
The focus of Michael’s practice is helping small-business owners, individuals nearing and in the early stages of retirement, nonprofits and family foundations. He has a clear vision of providing excellent client service driven by strategies not products.
Michael earned his pilot’s license while attending Parks College and then went on to earn a Master of Finance degree from St. Louis University. In a previous life, he ran an investment management company where he developed a mathematically-based investment process. In addition, he spent 15 years at a financial services firm offering advice to institutional investors, including mutual funds, pension funds and registered investment advisors. While there, Institutional Investor magazine ranked the department he ran among the top ten worldwide in its discipline.
Michael is actively involved in the charitable and planned giving areas of his community. He currently serves on the finance committee of Ladue School District and the Saint Louis Zoo Planned Giving Committee. His prior service includes being on the boards of the St. Louis Planned Giving Council and the Association for Fundraising Professionals.
When not working, Michael spends time with his wife, Mary, and their young daughters. For exercise, he enjoys running Forest Park and bicycling. A self-described “ragtop” guy, Michael hopes to once again drive the classic convertible collecting dust in his garage. In the meantime, he is best known around his house as the “guy who makes the really great waffles.”
