🔹 AboutAs an Executive Vice President at Central Complex, I have the privilege of wearing two significant hats: I serve as a financial advisor to my clients and oversee the firm in Illinois. Those responsibilities include growing revenue, growing our advisor headcount, coaching advisors and leaders, and managing the P&L of the firm. My mission is to help individuals, families, and small businesses achieve their financial goals while also identifying and bringing on board talented financial advisors who are ready for a change and eager to make a substantial impact on their clients' lives.🔹 What We OfferAt our firm, we are committed to providing the top-notch training, resources, support, and management necessary for our advisors to thrive and grow professionally. Our comprehensive approach ensures that our advisors are well-equipped to guide clients through every stage of their financial journey—from asset accumulation to income protection to estate planning.🔹 My Role as a Financial AdvisorWith extensive experience and knowledge, I work closely with clients to develop tailored financial plans that align with their retirement, insurance, and investment goals. I pride myself on delivering exceptional service to foster strong client-advisor relationships. My team of advisors and I collaborate to address all aspects of our clients' financial needs, ensuring they are in a better financial position than their peers. Our approach focuses on:1. Developing successful game plans for life2. Implementing strategies to minimize tax liabilities3. Ensuring clients are in optimal financial health compared to their peers🔹 National Managing Director, Retirement Benefits Group (RBG)As the National Managing Director of RBG, I serve as a business coach to over 1,000 financial advisors and 75 managers across the country. My role is to help drive Equitable's market share in the education, governmental, and non-profit sectors by:- Providing strategic guidance and support to our advisors and managers- Enhancing our presence and impact in the specified sectors- Facilitating professional growth and development for our team members🔹 Looking for New Opportunities?If you are a financial advisor seeking a new opportunity or someone interested in optimizing your financial plans for the future, I invite you to connect with me. Let's discuss how we can work together to make a positive change in your career and financial wellbeing. You can contact me here on LinkedIn or via email at michael.bleke@equitable.com.