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Before joining Aspen Investment Management, Brian served as Senior Vice President and Branch Manager of B.C. Ziegler’s Grand Rapids office. Prior to that, he was a Senior Vice President with Huntington Bank, where he managed the Trust Department overseeing more than $3 billion in institutional and personal trust assets.
With more than three decades of experience in trust administration, estate planning, and institutional asset oversight, Brian brings a deep understanding of fiduciary responsibility and multi-generational planning to the families he serves.
• Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics, Calvin College
• Graduate of Cannon Institute Trust School
• Graduate of National Trust School, Northwestern University
• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS), Wharton School of Business
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I enjoy spending time with my wife, Melissa, our twins—Sam and Sophie—and our six grandchildren. When I’m not with family, I love watching University of Michigan football and Detroit Lions games. I also enjoy golfing, tackling the occasional home project, and being outdoors.
What’s one item on your bucket list?
Two trips: Vietnam and a South African Safari.
What is an interesting fact about yourself that most people don’t know?
I won the city of Holland spelling bee in 3rd grade.
Favorite part of being an Investment Manager:
I enjoy bringing clarity and confidence to complex decisions—especially around estates, trusts, and multi-generational planning. Seeing families gain peace of mind, knowing that their values and wishes are reflected in their financial plan, is incredibly rewarding.
Best piece of financial advice you’ve ever received:
Focus on what you can control: save consistently, stay disciplined, and let time and patience work in your favor.
