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inancial Advisor Shannon Ryan has worked with individuals, families and businesses for more than two decades, helping them make financial decisions. Shannon is also involved in giving back to her community as president of Manhattan Beach Rotary and a provisional patroness with NCL Manhattan-Hermosa Chapter.
How do you distinguish yourself from the competition?
“My passion for financial literacy and building financial strategies. To accomplish your financial goals you have to know why and what you are investing in. You also have to consider taxes, liquidity, estate planning and risks you will face on the path to your goals.”
What’s most rewarding about your work?
“Helping clients become financially confident.”
Tell us something unique about your business.
“In addition to being a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, I am an author, a public speaker and blogger on financial literacy for children through my small business, The Heavy Purse, LLC.”
Why does your industry appeal to you?
“I have always been intrigued by money and financial literacy. Educating clients on strategies they can use to achieve their financial goals is very rewarding.”
What are some of the challenges you have encountered being a female in your industry? How have you overcome those challenges? “Twenty-four years ago when I started in Washington, D.C., I was one of two women in an office of 30+ advisors. It was a challenge at times. I remember being told that I do not ‘look’ like a financial advisor. I put my head down and worked hard—got my CFP and became one of the top advisors in the office. I am passionate about what I do, and the challenges of being a woman in a profession that is predominately men has only made me better.”
When did you move to this area?
SHANNON RYAN, CFP®
“My husband grew up in Manhattan Beach, and I moved to the South Bay after we were married. I cannot imagine a better place to raise my children than in this amazing community.”
2321 Rosecrans Ave., El Segundo 310-725-2268 shannon.t.ryan@wfadvisors.com
In addition to being a financial advisor, Shannon is an author, a public speaker and a blogger on financial literacy for children.
Financial Advisor/Senior Vice President – Investments Ryan Wealth Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, member SIPC
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