July 6, 2020

In Episode #5 of Mindset Mastery, "Anything is Possible", Marie Swift speaks with Michael Garry, CFP®, AIF®, MBA/JD, Founder and CEO of Yardley Wealth Management, LLC, a Registered Investment Advisory (RIA) firm that provides financial planning, retirement planning and investment management services to approximately 120 clients.

In a nutshell: Michael Garry built his independent financial advisory firm from zero to $100 Million AUM through sheer grit and determination. He tells us how he is keeping in touch and building rapport with clients as we move through the COVID-19 pandemic, how he keeps his mindset strong as we continue to “walk through the wind”, and why he decided to take on the Ironman challenge (Bonus: how the financial planning process is similar to participating in an Ironman event). Listen in as Michael shares his story and encourages us to keep our mental focus sharp, especially during these trying times.

Michael Garry has dedicated his career to spreading financial security and peace of mind by providing leading-edge wealth management and financial education. Michael Garry built his independent financial advisory firm from zero to over $100 Million in Assets Under Management (AUM) through grit and determination.

Michael earned a B.S. and an MBA in Finance from Saint Joseph’s University and a law degree (J.D.) from the Widener University School of Law, where he concentrated in tax, securities, and estate planning.

Michael began his career as an intern with the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General, and he was admitted to the Pennsylvania and New Jersey State Bars. Michael served as a practicing attorney for two Philadelphia law firms before becoming a financial advisor. Michael honed his financial management skills by working with Merrill Lynch and then becoming vice-president and Chief Compliance Officer at Global Investment Management, overseeing a 25-year old Registered Investment Advisory firm’s operations and legal compliance.

In the relentless pursuit of excellence, in February of 2006, Michael founded Yardley Wealth Management, LLC, using his core principles to serve his clients better. Starting the firm has allowed Michael to consistently put your success at the forefront of everything he does. At Yardley Wealth Management, Michael applies his financial planning expertise, financial industry knowledge, and legal background to provide a seamless, thoughtful approach to wealth management.