A lifelong resident of the Bloomington-Normal area, Laura lives with her husband, Michael, and their children, Graydon (11) and Margaret (9), along with their two black cats, Bonnie and Rosie. When not in the office, Laura enjoys hiking, gardening, and anything that connects her with nature. She cherishes "family dinners" with close friends, singing at church, and traveling with her family.
Laura is deeply committed to her community. She serves at HOPE Church, volunteers with Safe Harbor Shelter, and supports the YWCA McLean County. Her dedication to service extends to her professional leadership roles, including her time as Vice President of Development for the Leadership Illinois Board and her involvement with the Bloomington-Normal Young Professionals Kiwanis Club.
With over 17 years of experience in nonprofit leadership and donor relations, Laura brings valuable relationship-building skills to her role as an Associate Wealth Advisor. She excels at:
- Connecting with clients
- Building relationships and trust
- Charitable giving strategies
- Empowering women to grow wealth through confident investing
- Legacy planning
Laura's Credentials:
- Bachelor of Arts in Spanish with a minor in Latina/o studies - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Master of Business Administration - Illinois State University
- Series 7 and 66 registration
"I am passionate about building genuine connections with individuals and families, supporting them on their unique financial journeys. I view money as a resource to help people pursue their passions and make a positive impact within their communities. Giving of my time, talent, and treasure is really important to me, and I'm excited to be part of a firm that shares this commitment."
Fun facts:
- Laura is an avid true crime podcast enthusiast
- She spent time in Mexico City as a teen and plans to return with her family to share the Diego Rivera murals at the Palacio Nacional
- Her family loves game nights – Scrabble (husband wins), Rummikub (Laura wins), card games (daughter wins), and athletic competitions (son wins)
