Wealth

not a status,
it’s a strategy

Wealth Management by Vesta.

Strategic Tax and Financial Planning Tailored to Your Goals

At Vesta, we specialize in working with business owners, executives, high-net-worth individuals, and those nearing or in retirement. Our clients benefit from a deeply personalized approach that aligns their financial goals with thoughtful, long-term planning. We understand the unique financial complexities these individuals face and provide tailored strategies to help protect, grow, and transition wealth with confidence.

What sets Vesta apart is our integrated approach—combining comprehensive wealth management with proactive tax planning. This coordination allows clients to optimize after-tax outcomes, reduce risk, and make well-informed financial decisions. Whether you’re preparing for a business transition, navigating retirement, managing complex investments, or planning to preserve wealth for future generations, Vesta delivers strategies designed to support your full financial life. Our goal is to bring clarity and direction to every stage of your financial journey.

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Who We Do Our Best Work With

Business Owners

At Vesta, we help business owners manage the full scope of their financial lives.

Executives

We specialize in helping corporate executives develop comprehensive financial plans.

High Net Worth Investors

By aligning portfolio strategy, estate planning, and long-term financial goals, we ensure every aspect of your financial life works together.

Retired or Approaching Retirement

At Vesta, we create comprehensive retirement plans that align your income needs, lifestyle goals, and long-term priorities.

Our Team

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Eric Gurholt, CPA/PFS, CFP®
Senior Financial Advisor

Eric brings his expertise to Vesta, specializing in taxes, financial compliance, and consulting, helping clients achieve their goals through tax, wealth, and risk management.

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Sarah Boyer, CFP®
Senior Financial Advisor

Sarah prioritizes comprehensive planning beyond investing, fostering meaningful client relationships rooted in trust and empathy for families, professionals, and business owners.

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Nick Deering, CFP®
Senior Financial Advisor

Nick specializes in financial planning and investment management for high-net-worth individuals, with expertise in risk management, 401(k)s, business valuations, succession planning, and insurance.

Jacob Boyer, CPA
Senior Financial Advisor

Jacob leverages nearly a decade of experience across accounting, private investment, and wealth management to provide proactive, client-focused financial guidamce.

Robert Hess
Associate Financial Advisor

Robert builds strong financial futures with a fresh, client-focused approach, blending traditional strategies with innovation.

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Carly Murphy
Operations Manager

Carly joined Vesta in 2020 and quickly became essential to office operations. In her new role, she enhances processes and supports clients with account maintenance.

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Jenny Reinke
Operations Consulltant

Jenny is a dependable and positive force at Vesta, with 30 years of customer service experience, including 18 in wealth management. She inspires trust and builds strong relationships through kindness and integrity.

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Shannon Conley
Operations Consulltant

Shannon brings. diverse experience, including tax expertise, from her varied career. Self-employed since age 24, she has worked with thousands of clients across industries, building lasting connections.

Our Story

Through helping our clients, Vesta has recognized that at every stage of life, your financial needs and investment goals change. Whether you are starting your career, accumulating wealth, saving for education, preparing for retirement, or transitioning into retirement, our advisors will develop a plan and help you set goals based on your financial phase.

Business Owners

Built Around You. Driven by Goals. Adjusted for Life.
We align personal and business goals through integrated wealth and tax strategies.

At Vesta, we help business owners manage the full scope of their financial lives—from planning a business transition to saving for retirement and setting up employee retirement plans. We align personal and business goals through integrated wealth and tax strategies.

Our team delivers customized plans to maximize business value, minimize taxes, and create sustainable income beyond the sale or succession of your company. Whether you’re preparing to exit or grow, we help you build and preserve lasting wealth.

Asset allocation, which is driven by complex mathematical models, cannot eliminate the risk of fluctuating prices and uncertain returns.

All investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. There is no assurance that any investment strategy will be successful.

Executives

Designed to Evolve With You.

At Vesta, we specialize in helping corporate executives develop comprehensive financial plans that integrate strategic tax planning with personalized wealth management. We understand the complexities of executive compensation, including stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), and deferred compensation plans.

Our team helps you navigate these elements to maximize after-tax income and build long-term wealth. By aligning your financial strategy with your career trajectory and retirement goals, we provide clarity and confidence as you work toward a financially secure and rewarding future.

At Vesta, we specialize in helping corporate executives develop comprehensive financial plans.

For a comprehensive review of your personal situation, always consult with a tax or legal advisor. Neither Cetera Financial Specialists LLC nor any of its representatives may give legal or tax advice.

All investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. There is no assurance that any investment strategy will be successful.

 

High Net Worth Investors

Integrating Tax and Financial Planning for Lasting Impact.
Our team helps minimize tax exposure, manage risk, and plan for the efficient transfer of wealth to future generations.

At Vesta, we serve high-net-worth investors through a fully integrated approach that combines strategic tax planning, investment management, and comprehensive wealth planning. Our team helps minimize tax exposure, manage risk, and plan for the efficient transfer of wealth to future generations.

By aligning portfolio strategy, estate planning, and long-term financial goals, we ensure every aspect of your financial life works together. The result: a holistic plan designed to protect wealth, maximize growth, and transfer assets in the most tax-efficient way possible.

For a comprehensive review of your personal situation, always consult with a tax or legal advisor. Neither Cetera Financial Specialists LLC nor any of its representatives may give legal or tax advice.

Retired or Approaching Retirement

Strategic Retirement Planning

As you approach or enter retirement, strategic financial planning becomes essential. At Vesta, we create comprehensive retirement plans that align your income needs, lifestyle goals, and long-term priorities.

By integrating tax-efficient strategies, we help you keep more of what you’ve earned, maximize retirement income, and reduce financial uncertainty. Our coordinated approach offers the clarity and confidence you need to enjoy the secure, fulfilling retirement you’ve worked hard to achieve.

As you approach or enter retirement, strategic financial planning becomes essential.

Distributions from traditional IRAs and employer sponsored retirement plans are taxed as ordinary income and, if taken prior to reaching age 59½, may be subject to an additional 10% IRS tax penalty.

Certifications

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Discover. Achieve. Together.

Vesta is a CPA-led advisory firm built on a foundation of experience, continuous learning, and forward-thinking growth. Our team brings deep technical knowledge and an unwavering commitment to staying ahead in a constantly changing financial landscape.

With a wide range of professional certifications and a mindset rooted in development, we’re equipped to deliver guidance that evolves with your needs and goals.

Here are just a few of the credentials our team brings to the table:

  • Certified Financial Planner
  • Personal Financial Specialist
  • Certified Public Accountant
Certified Financial Planner
CPA - PFS Personal Financial Specialist
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