One of the most gratifying experiences in Ara Abrahamian’s career came when he and colleague Matt Brock left the national firm they worked for to start Divergent Planning. Not only did the move provide them the opportunity to offer independent, comprehensive financial planning, but many of their clients made the transition with them. The loyalty showed Ara that he was on the right path, and today he is intent on building an independent, fee-only Registered Investment Advisory firm whose services continue to meet clients’ needs. Based in Bethesda, Maryland, and Tysons, Virginia, Divergent Planning provides fiduciary financial planning and investment management to pre-retirees, mid-career professionals, and government employees throughout Maryland, Virginia, Washington DC, and nationwide.Ara started his financial services career as an intern at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, then served as an Advanced Financial Advisor at Ameriprise, where he and Matt initially ran their practice under a company umbrella. At Ameriprise, Ara focused on researching, creating, and managing client portfolios, a responsibility he handles today as Chief Investment Officer. He also advises on federal government benefits and helps clients plan for their retirement income needs. Ara started Divergent Planning in part to enjoy long-term relationships with clients, and he finds deep satisfaction in the fact that most of the firm’s clients have been with them for a decade or more.Disclosures: Divergent Planning, LLC is a Registered Investment Adviser. Advisory services are only offered to clients or prospective clients where Divergent Planning, LLC and its representatives are properly licensed or exempt from licensure. This website is solely for informational purposes. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal capital. No advice may be rendered by Divergent Planning, LLC unless a client serviceagreement is in place.