By Phil Bollin, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
Next year will mark the 30-year anniversary of one of the most popular movies from the ’90s, Forrest Gump. Of all the memorable moments in that movie, one phrase seems to be quoted most often: “Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you’re going to get.” We can all relate to that expression because life often plays out differently than expected, as new doors open and experiences lead us down different paths.
That’s exactly how I found my way into a career as a financial planner and wealth manager.
First Career Steps
Branching Out
After gaining some experience in the financial industry and witnessing the financial complexities and concerns my clients were dealing with, I realized they often didn’t have the right information to make prudent decisions. I desired to be more in control of the client experience and knew there had to be a better way to provide the kind of transparent and objective financial advice and guidance they sought. So in 2004 I started my firm, marrying the problem-solving capabilities of my engineering background with the best practices of the financial planning industry.
My engineering background provides the disciplined process and problem-solving methodology that defines my firm’s consultative wealth management process. Serving clients in the metropolitan Toledo, OH, area and across the United States, our fee-only services include comprehensive wealth management solutions for engineers, technical professionals, and knowledge workers. I believe in the power of education and love teaching financial principles to the community, which is why I have served on the local Financial Planning Association board along with other advisory boards in the past, and taught CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ courses as an adjunct finance instructor for Bowling Green State University for five years.
Why I Love What I Do
With a background in engineering, I’m a problem-solver by nature. When I saw a problem in the financial industry, I set out to use my experience and skills to make a difference in people’s lives by improving their financial situation. The financial services industry has a reputation for obfuscation and altering the game for the benefit of Wall Street. My mission is to tilt the odds of success in favor of my clients so they can enjoy better financial outcomes.
I am motivated to work hard in my profession because that’s just who I am. I never want to stop learning, growing, and sharing that knowledge with others to improve their lives. I’m passionate about what I do because I love helping people become better stewards of their financial resources. It’s a very fulfilling experience and I’m grateful for the opportunity to help people that I love working with every single day.
Want To Know More?
Choosing a wealth management advisor can be one of the most important decisions you will make for yourself, your family, or your business. We would love to sit down with you and discuss your goals, worries, opportunities, and challenges you face in your financial life so we can create a simple, straightforward path forward.
At Bollin Wealth Management our passion and purpose is simple—to help our clients pursue their financial goals and realize their retirement dreams. If you’re ready to see how our unique approach can help you or your business, reach out to us today. Schedule a meeting online, call (419) 878-3934, or email phil@bollinwealth.com. We look forward to hearing from you!
About Phillip
Phillip Bollin is CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional at Bollin Wealth Management, a fee-only financial planning and investment advisory services firm that provides comprehensive wealth management solutions, delivered under the fiduciary standard of care. After working with a variety of firms in the financial services industry who didn’t put clients first, Phillip resolved to provide clients with a better financial planning experience.
He founded Bollin Wealth Management in 2004 to provide best-in-class financial planning solutions with a fiduciary focus. He accomplished this by marrying the best practices of financial planning with the problem-solving methodology he learned in his career as an engineer. He’s passionate about guiding clients to be better stewards of their financial resources. Phillip holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the University of Detroit, an MBA from the University of Michigan with specializations in finance and corporate strategy, and the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation.
Outside of work, Phillip is a dedicated Rotarian, avid fan of the University of Michigan, and enjoys home improvement projects. To learn more about Phillip, connect with him on LinkedIn.