Jeff K. Ross
Jeff K. Ross (Jeff) is the principal and founder of
Jeff K. Ross Financial Services, LLC and has been providing people with financial guidance since 1986. What really motivates him is to bring value into peoples lives, and help people feel like they are a part of something bigger than just a number.
He incorporates a holistic focus on:
1. Investments that are Environmentally Conscious and Socially Responsible
2. Tax Free Retirement Income
3. Retirement Income Guaranteed for Life
4. Asset Protection for End of Life
Education
Jeff has a Masters Degree from George Williams College,
Lake Geneva, WI. He completed his CFP® course work at DePaul University, Chicago, IL.
He holds certifications as CLU (Chartered Life Underwriter) and ChFC (Chartered Financial Consultant), both from the American College in Bryn Mawr, PA.
Volunteerism
For 30+ years, Jeff has served a variety of Non-Profit Organizations:
Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center, August, MI – Board of Directors
Rotary Kalamazoo, MI – Active Member, Board of Directors
Haworth Business College at Western Michigan University —
Deans Advisory Board
Theater School at Western Michigan University – Board of Directors
First Presbyterian Church, Kalamazoo, MI
Endowment Committee, Mission Outreach Committee, Session
Presbyterian Church of Barrington, IL, Board of Trustees and
Director of Family Fellowship
Chicago Presbytery Camp & Conference Center – Board of Directors
Chamber of Commerce, Barrington, IL €“ Board of Directors
Guest Speaker at various organizations on topics such as:
Charitable Giving, Green & Socially Responsible Investing,
Wealth Management with Conscience, Faith and Money
Visiting universities as Professor of the Day addressing students in pursuit of a Career Path that is Mindful of Purpose and Ethics
Various Capital Campaign Committees
Personal
Father of four, grandfather of two, Jeff is a community leader, a humanitarian, an environmentalist, and a strong supporter of the arts. Thriving in both rural and urban settings, he lives on an 18-acre horse farm in Southwest Michigan and looks forward to his weekly business trips to Chicago.
A cowboy at heart, he has won numerous competitions in the Foundation/Ranch Quarter Horse arena. He is revitalized by his annual yoga and meditation retreats in Costa Rica and Guatemala.
The firms headquarters is located in a charming 1886, newly renovated office building in the heart of downtown Kalamazoo, MI. When you visit this office, you will meet Jeffs supportive staff and, most likely, his Golden Doodle: Oakley.
As a convenience to his Illinois clients, he enjoys a beautiful office in downtown Chicago on the 23rd floor of 123 N. Wacker Dr.
Jeffs most meaningful passion is found in the relationships he shares with people€¦.. bringing financial and personal value to them as they walk through life.