About
John Essigman
John Essigman
John is a fee-only investment advisor and financial planner with a passion for helping families achieve their personal, business, and financial goals. He first entered the financial services industry in 2004 to pursue a life-long ambition of building a private practice. John’s career spans more than 30 years in business and he brings broad experience to his Financial Wellness practice.
John holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from Saint Leo University and is pursuing a master’s degree in finance from the College for Financial Planning. John is originally from Southwest Texas and is a US Marine Corps Veteran. When he's not studying or working, John enjoys spending time with his wife, Glenda, and their children.
Glenda Essigman
Glenda Essigman
Glenda Essigman serves as our business consultant and is on our Board of Directors. She is a Certified Project Management Professional and brings more than 20 years of experience in Information Technologies, Application Development, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Human Capital Management. Glenda has a broad understanding of corporate business systems, accounting, and processes within the food & beverage, apparel, and heavy equipment industries. Glenda is a native of Cleveland GA.
Savannah Essigman
Savannah Essigman
Savannah Essigman serves as our Customer Relationship Manager and is on our Board of Directors. She has an exceptional ability to connect with people and works diligently to improve client communications. Currently enrolled at North Georgia Technical College, she excels in mathematics, engineering, economics, and finance. She is also preparing for the Series 65 Investment Advisory exam. Savannah possess a flair for art, is a natural entrepreneur, runs several small retail businesses, and holds an award for District Project Achievement.
Randall Christian
Randall Christian, ChFC, RICP
Randy has been in the financial services for over 30 years having started with The Prudential in 1984 and evolved to building his own Registered Investment Advisory firm and insurance business He specializes in helping middle-class Boomers, Seniors, Elders, Veterans and their spouses address financial issues such as retirement income planning, Social Security, financial protection, lifetime income and long-term care solutions.
Yvette Chavez
Yvette Chavez
Coming soon... serving the Southwest from El Paso, Texas to Las Cruces, New Mexico.
Dave Ramsey
- Be Confident About Your Retirement
John Essigman has been selected as a SmartVestor Pro because he is committed to helping you achieve your long-term investing goals. - I agree to the SmartVestor Code of Conduct.
I believe everyone deserves access to solid, professional investing guidance. I have earned my position as a SmartVestor Pro because of my experience in the industry and my drive to help others. - I provide a refreshing twist on financial planning.
I have the heart of a teacher, not the attitude of a salesman. I'm someone you can feel comfortable talking to and someone you can trust. We'll work together to create a plan to help you reach your goals. - I care about your future.
I'm more than a "financial planner." I'm someone you can relate to and share your dreams with. I fit your investments to your life, help you understand what you're investing in and why, and encourage you to stick with your long-term goals.
SmartVestor is recommended by:
Affiliations
- Member of the White County Chamber of Commerce
- Founding member of North Georgia Business Leaders
- Treasurer and Board Member of the White County Rotary Club
- Member of the Joint Development Authority of Dawson, Lumpkin, and White Counties
- Volunteer with the Habersham Technical Rescue Team
- Former member of Habitat for Humanity’s Board of Directors
- Former member of Society for Human Resource Management Board of Directors
- Former member of The American Red Cross Board of Directors
We Will:
Never deliver a financial plan that is incomplete or simply not the best.
Tell you what you need to know, not what you want to hear.
Always protect your privacy and work only in your best interest.
Take the moral high ground and will never compromise my integrity or violate your trust.
