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Octavian Sayumwe

Octavian Sayumwe Financial Advisor Octavian enjoys utilizing his personal finance knowledge to create a customized financial plan that aligns with each client’s goals and values. His favorite part about working with SYM clients is getting to know each unique story. He respects that each story is different. Just as each story is unique, so is each person’s financial situation and the planning that surrounds it. Mishawaka, IN osayumwe@sym.com Book an in-person meeting with Octavian Book

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Steve Yeager

Steve Yeager Steve Yeager Principal, Senior Financial Advisor Steve brings over two decades of experience in financial services. His specialty is working with private business owners and corporate executives on their financial plans.  He also serves on the SYM Investment Committee and is the Warsaw Area Leader. Steve spent ten years as a Naval officer and F-14 pilot. He resigned as a Lieutenant Commander in 2000.   Winona Lake, IN syeager@sym.com Credentials Bachelor of Science –

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Steve Saylor

Steve Saylor IT Manager Steve has been taking things apart and putting them back together since before he could walk. He brings to SYM 25 years of experience consulting, directing and implementing large scale IT projects. Having been a CIO consultant for over four dozen financial institutions, hospitals and health care facilities, as well as many manufacturers and non-profit organizations, his expertise is a big asset to SYM. Steve says, “I love getting up each and

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Rick Harrison

Rick Harrison Principal, Senior Financial Advisor Rick brings more than 30 years of experience in the investment management and trust industry. He has a consistent and dependable way of educating clients on different aspects of portfolio management and financial planning.  He serves on the SYM Investment Committee and is the Indianapolis Area Leader. When it comes to financial advice, he is a knowledgeable friend to have in Indianapolis. Indianapolis, IN rharrison@sym.com Credentials Master of Business

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Julie Shepherd

Julie Shepherd Principal and Client Service Manager Julie has more than 13 years of experience in the Client Service Representative role and now manages the client service team across its five offices. Her favorite part of the job is focusing on the SYM client experience. She thrives on serving uncommonly well. She has a genuine heart for servanthood and feels that SYM is a special kind of family that lives this value. Winona Lake, IN

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Seth Whicker

Seth Whicker Principal, Senior Financial Advisor Seth works as a senior financial advisor and Area Leader. He also oversees the business development efforts for SYM Financial Advisors and serves on the SYM Investment Committee. His favorite part of his job is helping clients achieve their financial goals, putting together a solid plan and seeing the plan come to fruition.  What he enjoys most about his clients is learning their story. Fort Wayne, IN swhicker@sym.com Credentials

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