Introducing GuideSteps
GuideSteps is an exclusive financial wellness program developed by Spectrum Investment Advisors. It provides employees with a guided approach to help identify, prioritize and take steps to improve their financial picture.
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The Experts Behind GuideSteps
At Spectrum Investment Advisors, we understand that while employer and employee needs are unique, they are deeply entwined. That is why we developed GuideSteps to empower a company’s most valuable resource: its employees.
Financial stress takes a toll on employees.
Employees who are stressed about finances often bring their worries to work, which can impact company culture, interfere with focus and productivity and negatively affect employee health.
Lower
Productivity
45%
admit that finances have
been a distraction at work.*
Higher
Turnover
72%
prefer to work for a company that cares about their financial well-being.*
Greater Insurance Premiums
57%
have avoided addressing
a medical issue
due to cost.*
Employees want help with personal finances.
When it comes to personal finances, nearly 9 out of 10 employees want help.*
Help them take control of their financial future with a financial wellness program designed to help them manage every step of the journey, including a custom wellness report, actionable steps and a professional financial advisor.
*PricewaterhouseCoopers. “PwC’s 10th Annual Employee Financial Wellness Survey.” 2021.
Working towards a solid financial plan takes time and commitment. But that doesn't mean it has to be complex.
GuideSteps takes the guesswork out of financial planning by simplifying the process. Whether employees need to establish an emergency fund, want to maximize retirement savings or are looking for guidance about Social Security, we are here to help them manage every step of the journey.
No matter where you are on the journey, GuideSteps provides education and guidance.
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FOR EMPLOYERS
How GuideSteps Works:
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Company chooses to adopt the GuideSteps program.
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Spectrum communicates with employees to schedule one-on-one consultations.
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Each employee who engages with a Spectrum Advisor will receive a Financial Wellness Report and ongoing reviews.
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Program updates and engagement reports will be provided to help track success.
 Paul Minick, CPFC®Financial Education Specialist Paul is a Certified Personal Finance Counselor (CPFC®), providing one-on-one investment consultations to retirement plan participants. He earned a Bachelor of Science from UW-Oshkosh and holds the Investment Adviser Representative license (Series 65). Paul began his finance career in New York City with Chase Manhattan Bank, followed by 20 years at Bank of America as a Credit Officer and Project Manager/Team Leader. |  Jon Jesse, CPFC®Financial Education Advisor Jon is a financial education advisor for the firm, providing one-on-one investment consultations to retirement plan participants. He earned a bachelor’s in business from UW-Stevens Point and holds the Investment Advisor Representative license (Series 65). Prior to joining Spectrum, Jon’s career provided him with a broad range of business, management, and leadership experience. He also spent several years in private retail consulting. |
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 Laura Schnoor, CPFC®Financial Education Advisor Laura is a Certified Personal Finance Counselor (CPFC®), providing one-on-one investment consultations to retirement plan participants. She earned a BA in Journalism from UW-Milwaukee and holds the Investment Adviser Representative license (Series 65). Laura started her career in 1987 with Merrill Lynch, she subsequently spent 15 years with Strong Capital Management, Inc. providing services for their compliance, sales, and marketing groups. |  John Miller, CPFC®Financial Education Advisor John is a Certified Personal Finance Counselor (CPFC®), providing one-on-one investment consultations to retirement plan participants. He earned a BBA from UW-Whitewater and holds the Investment Adviser Representative license (Series 65). He is a member of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and the Wisconsin Institute of CPAs (WICPA). Prior to joining Spectrum, John worked in public accounting for 10 years, followed by 27 years as a Controller. |
 Elizabeth Walter, CPFC®Financial Education Advisor Elizabeth is a Certified Personal Finance Counselor (CPFC®), providing one-on-one investment consultations to retirement plan participants. She started her career in 1990 with Strong Capital Management and subsequently worked for Wells Fargo Funds Management and U.S. Bancorp Fund Services. She is a graduate of UW-Milwaukee with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature and Philosophy and holds the Investment Adviser Representative license (Series 65). |