The SWAG Team

The Strategic Wealth Advisors Group Team™

We’re a collection of experienced financial professionals dedicated to helping you like family.

Our Core Values

At Strategic Wealth Advisors Group, these core values go into each and every financial plan we create.

We Love You Like Family

We Support You Like Family

We Challenge You Like Family

Meet the team

Tim Sullivan

Founder and CEO

Tim Sullivan, NSSA® ChFEBC℠ and FRC℠ is a National Recognized Financial Educator, Author, Retirement Planner, Federal Employee Retirement Specialist, Radio Show host, TV Show Host, whom you may have seen on CBS News, FOX Business, The Wall Street Journal, Kiplinger, Investor’s Business Daily, U.S. News and World Report, and others. Sullivan is the Author of, Retire Abundantly, The Principles to Help Create a More Worry-Free Retirement with Less Stress, Strategic Wealth: A Tactical & Practical Guide to Winning in Retirement, Federal Employee Retirement Made Simple: 11 Key Areas to Retire with Financial Peace as a Federal Employee, Empowering Today’s Women for Tomorrow, Daylana’s Wacky Adventures in the World of Finance, Thriving in Retirement, and a former Radio Show Host on WDTK “The Patriot” FM 101.5/1400 AM in Detroit, Michigan. Tim is also the host of the TV show Retire Abundantly which airs on channel 62 CBS in Detroit. As the founder and CEO of Strategic Wealth advisors Group, Inc. Tim and his team help Federal Employees, Executives, and Professionals successfully navigate the retirement maze of options and regulations so that they can enjoy a larger lifestyle and still pass on legacy to their family. At Strategic Wealth Advisors Group, we believe more than anything that you deserve to feel loved, supported, encouraged, and challenged for greatness by someone who serves you as a leader. Tim enjoys time with his wife Julie and three children Devin, Kaitlynn and Daylana. He also enjoys staying fit at the gym, playing golf and softball.
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Bud Eastes

Financial Advisor

Bud began his career as an insurance agent with Prudential in 1985. He quickly made a name for himself, earning the prestigious title of Rookie of the Year for the entire Eastern division and a spot at the Million Dollar Round Table. His outstanding performance led to his promotion to Manager.

For the next 18 years, Bud specialized in selling Long-Term Care (LTC) insurance with LTC, Inc. and ACSIA Insurance. His dedication and expertise saw him rise to become the second top agent out of over 400 representatives in his first year. He was then promoted to Regional Manager, overseeing operations in four states. Under his leadership, his region consistently ranked top in production, lead usage, and customer satisfaction.

In 2002, Bud joined Alliance America as the Ohio Manager, expanding his expertise to full financial services. His office earned the Top Office accolade six times, again leading to his promotion to Regional Manager, where he was responsible for 15 states and 20 representatives.

In 2018, Bud further enhanced his qualifications by studying for and obtaining the Retirement Income Certified Planner (RICP) designation from the American College. This advanced training equips him to help both pre-retirees and retirees create sustainable income throughout retirement.

Bud is married to his high school sweetheart, and together they have three grown sons and nine grandchildren. He enjoys life on a small beef cattle farm as well as traveling and hiking.

David Heim

Financial Advisor

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Michael Ayoub​

Owner Of Cranbrook Loans / Mortgage Specialist

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MICHAEL BINGER, CFA®

President of Gradient Investments, LLC

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JEREMY BRYAN, CFA®​

Portfolio Manager of Gradient Investments, LLC​

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MARIANN MONTAGNE, CFA®​

Portfolio Manager of Gradient Investments, LLC

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Brandon Ramirez

Financial Advisor

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Hunter MATEER

Financial Advisor

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Jason Recchia

Financial Advisor

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Emily Pehlis

Financial Advisor

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Bud Eastes

Financial Advisor

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David Heim

Financial Advisor

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Kenneth Arafat

Financial Advisor

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Marketing & Operations Team

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Jen Gawronski

Director of Client Relations

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Enzo Recchia

Director of Marketing

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Megan Sawicki

Office Manager

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Jennifer Merian

Chief Operations Officer

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Business Development Team

Christina Pehlis

Director of New Business

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Thomas Sanders

New Business

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Caleb Roy

Life Insurance Consultant

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Tammi Heim

Insurance Agent

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Investment and Advanced Planning Team

To help you with investment management and financial planning, we have partnered with Triad Wealth Partners, LLC, a Registered Investment Advisor registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (www.triadwealthpartners.com). Triad Wealth works with financial advisors across the country and specializes in investment management research and strategies, advanced planning, and back-office operations. By partnering with Triad Wealth, we’re able to leverage industry leading experience and deliver more value to our clients.

Triad Wealth Partners and Strategic Wealth Alliance Group INC are independent of each other and maintain separate offices.

Scott Rinehart

Scott Rinehart, CPA

President and Chief Wealth Officer

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Mitch Hockenbury

Mitch Hockenbury,
MBA, CFP®, RSSA®, RICP®

Vice President of Wealth Strategy

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David Seufer, CFA®, CFP®

Vice President of Planning

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Brent Coggins

Brent Coggins, MBA

Chief Investment Officer

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Jackson Sheuputis, CFP®

Sr. Planning Specialist

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Our firm may or may not be selected to manage your investment assets. We provide asset management services for certain account types, as determined by your specific financial situation and objectives. In some cases, your assets may be managed by another investment advisory firm or through internal resources. The use of our services as a solution is not guaranteed and is subject to the discretion of your financial advisor.

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