How to Raise Financially Responsible Children
Growing up I wasn’t taught how to handle the household finances, let alone money in general. When I started earning an income, I didn’t know what...
Growing up I wasn’t taught how to handle the household finances, let alone money in general. When I started earning an income, I didn’t know what...
Aug 30, 2019
It’s hard to believe that summer is winding down and the kids are preparing to go back to school already! If you have kids, you may have already...
Aug 13, 2019
Whenever I talk with friends or peers about what I do, I essentially get asked the same thing, “How do I save?” Which leads to the question, “do...
Nov 5, 2018
There are a lot of financial aspects to consider as you look forward to starting a new job. Part 2 of this two-part series goes over a list of items to think through as you get underway with your new employer.
Jul 31, 2017
Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of guiding clients through all kinds of financial situations, both pleasant and difficult. No matter the course, our aim is to provide clients with thoughtful solutions that will help them move toward their ultimate goals.
We created this hypothetical case study to highlight a common financial challenge individuals and families may encounter, and to show various ways we would address the issues.
May 31, 2017
Looking for ways to save money on the things you buy? Client Services Specialist, Haley Smart has some ideas for you. Financial plans are a...
Apr 12, 2017
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Life, Health, Disability and Long Term Care Insurance
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Life, Health, Disability and Long Term Care Insurance
Whether it’s the game of Gonzaga basketball or the game of personal finance, Zach is a huge fan. After making a 180- degree career change from nonprofit work to financial services, Zach is driven by the empowerment and confidence sound financial planning brings to people’s lives.
After college, Zach served as an AmeriCorps volunteer for two years in Spokane before transitioning to a Portland area nonprofit helping connect volunteers to service agencies across the Pacific Northwest.
After a budding fascination with personal finance became an obsession, he started working with a financial planning firm in Portland before joining Johnson Bixby in 2020. Zach was a member of our client services team prior to completing the requirements to become a Certified Financial Planner® professional and joining our team of planners.
Zach enjoys staying on top of changing financial law and regulations, but also learning about how to help clients use their resources, financial and otherwise, to live a meaningful life.
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Life, Health, Disability and Long Term Care Insurance
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Life, Health, Disability and Long Term Care Insurance
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Life, Health, Disability and Long Term Care Insurance
Accredited Financial Counselor® Certification
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Advertising
Academy of Art University in San Francisco
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Compliance/Audit Manager
Office Administrator
Client Services Manager
Mandy is a natural at building rapport with clients, something she likely picked up after working the bulk of her career in family law.
In 2018, she switch paths from the legal field to financial services and quickly learned this was the industry for her! She joined Johnson Bixby in 2020 where she worked her way to the role of Client Services Manager. Mandy found she has a passion for supporting clients with reaching their financial goals and helping team members reach their professional goals.
Rachel is an optimistic realist helping promote the Johnson Bixby brand in all the ways that matter—whether that be to existing clients, future clients, employees or community partners. A natural people person who gets an extrovert classification on every test she’s taken, she tackles each communication challenge that comes across her plate with grace and enthusiasm.
A lifelong communicator who had childhood dreams of becoming a news broadcaster, she spent her early career years in public relations and marketing roles. After more than a decade in corporate communications, she moved to a local creative agency in account services where she realized she had a passion for promoting brands for smaller businesses.
Away from the office, Rachel enjoys entertaining friends and family over a homecooked meal—especially ones that contain vegetables from her garden.
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Senior Director of Human Resources
Chief Operations Officer
With a kind demeanor, Melanie brings organization and social media prowess to our marketing and events team. She enjoys working in our collaborative environment and chose to go into marketing because the field struck a balance with both her creative and strategic abilities. Prior to working with us, she worked for a freelancer and a marketing firm.
Client Services
Ellen’s journey into the financial services industry is nothing short of fascinating. Not only has she held several positions in the industry including Licensed Institutional Sales Assistant, Investor Support, and Relationship Manager, but she also spent some time navigating through the intricacies of the residential real estate market. Fortunately for us, all roads kept leading back to financial operation roles with Registered Investment Advisory firms.
Throughout her diverse professional experience, one constant has prevailed – Ellen’s commitment to precision and her genuine passion for details. Seeking a shift from her previous remote work setup, Ellen found her way to our team where she’s quick and eager to help.