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Steve Franke, CFP®
Program Manager
717.777.2557
sfranke@psecu.com
PSECU Financial Services
1 Credit Union Place
P. O. Box 60708
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17106-0708
Hi! I’m the Program Manager of PSECU Financial Services (PFS) available through CFS*. I am a Certified Financial Planner® designee and have been in the financial services industry since 1990. I hold a Bachelors Degree from Shepherd College, founded and developed an independent financial planning practice, and then came to PSECU in 2002 to lead PSECU Financial Services.
I believe we have assembled a great team of financial professionals to assist you with all of your financial planning needs. They are experienced, knowledgeable, and personable and love working with PSECU members. We are committed to doing what is right for you and your unique situation.
At PSECU Financial Services, we know how life, at times, can throw you a few financial curves. We'll help you to evaluate your specific situation and help you to develop some financial options and alternatives. When you think finances, you need think of only one place!
Our team is made up of competent, qualified, licensed financial professionals and we’re here to help you, the member, plan your financial future. Whether it’s planning your retirement, planning who gets your “stuff” or how to minimize how much of your “stuff” is lost to taxes* (income tax & estate planning), planning for your family’s future if you die prematurely, or planning for your long-term care needs, we can help! We understand the SERS and PSERS retirement plans and the associated deferred compensation plans, such as the 457 plan for the state or the 403(b) plans related to the school systems.
At PSECU Financial Services, serving you is our highest priority, and your interests, not ours, will always come first. We believe dreams can come true. “Your Dreams, Our Help!
I encourage you to e-mail or give us a call to tap into our experience. Let us help you plan your financial future. I am currently registered in the following states:
- Colorado
- Delaware
- Florida
- Kentucky
- Maine
- Maryland
- Minnesota
- New Jersey
- New York
- North Carolina
- Ohio
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Tennesee
- Texas
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
* For tax advice, consult a qualified tax professional
Gary Gordon, CPA, CFA
Financial Advisor
717.777.2554
ggordon@psecu.com
PSECU Financial Services
1 Credit Union Place
P. O. Box 60708
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17106-0708
Gary joined PSECU Financial Services (PFS) available through CFS* in March 2004. He holds a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration (Accounting) from the University of Arizona and a Masters Degree in Finance from Loyola College.
He’s obviously well-educated and is our “newest consultant on the block” as far as tenure with PFS, but note, he’s definitely not inexperienced. Gary’s experience spans from the accounting world to the portfolio creation and management world and most points in between.
He’s experienced with retirement plans and can help you navigate the maze. He understands the SERS and PSERS retirement plans and the related deferred compensation plans and can help you plan your retirement or assist you with your other investment needs.
On a personal note, we call Gary our "marathon man". He thoroughly enjoys running and has run several marathons. He’s a very affable individual who enjoys talking and working with PSECU members. He is currently registered in the following states:
- D.C.
- Florida
- Maryland
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
- Virginia
Stephen Hedrick, CFP®
Financial Advisor
717.777.2553
shedrick@psecu.com
PSECU Financial Services
1 Credit Union Place
P. O. Box 60708
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17106-0708
Steve is a Certified Financial Planner® designee and holds a Bachelors Degree in Business Management from York College. He has more than twenty years experience helping people with their financial needs and desires and has been a Certified Financial Planner designee since 1991. Steve joined PSECU Financial Services (PFS) available through CFS* in 2003.
Steve enjoys helping members plan their investments, their retirement or the distribution of their estate. He can assist you with all your financial planning needs and will show you a variety of options and alternatives specifically selected for you and your set of circumstances.
On a personal note, Steve enjoys spending time at the shore deep sea fishing or simply relaxing on his boat with his son. He has a great blend of professionalism, knowledge, and personality and we’re happy to have him as a member of the PFS team assisting PSECU members. He is currently registered in the following states:
- Florida
- Georgia
- Illinois
- Kentucky
- Michiagan
- Maryland
- Montana
- New Jersey
- North Carolina
- Pennsylvania
Marian Kinter
Sales Assistant
717.777.2559
mkinter@psecu.com
PSECU Financial Services
1 Credit Union Place
P. O. Box 60708
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17106-0708
Marian is a licensed sales assistant and assists Kevin Parker and John Mauro. Marian joined PSECU Financial Services (PFS) available through CFS* in January 2001, and brings more than sixteen years experience in the securities industry to our team.
Her willingness to share her knowledge and experience has helped PFS grow substantially and enables us to serve you better. She has a Bachelors Degree in Education and enjoys playing and teaching piano. Truthfully, she’s the more cultured member of our team. She is currently registered in the following states:
- Arizona
- Conneticut
- Georgia
- Illinois
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- New Jersey
- New York
- Pennsylvania
- West Virginia
John Mauro
Financial Advisor
717.777.2558
jmauro@psecu.com
PSECU Financial Services
1 Credit Union Place
P. O. Box 60708
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17106-0708
John gets his greatest satisfaction from helping people achieve their financial goals and objectives. He began his career in financial services in June 1972. John graduated from Shippensburg University with a Bachelors Degree in Education and resides with his wife, Jean, in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
We’re fortunate to have John as a member of our team. He understands the SERS and PSERS retirement plans and the associated deferred compensation plans. He can help you review your retirement and investment options so you have the information you need to make an informed decision about your retirement. John also has years of experience helping people make informed decisions about life insurance and long-term care insurance. If you’re looking for assistance with a financial planning matter, John can help you! He is currently registered in the following states:
- Florida
- Illinois
- Maryland
- Michigan
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New York
- Pennsylvania
Kevin Parker
Financial Advisor
717.777.2550
kparker@psecu.com
PSECU Financial Services
1 Credit Union Place
P. O. Box 60708
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17106-0708
Kevin began his professional career in the financial services industry in 1997 and has been associated with PSECU Financial Services (PFS) available through CFS* for more than four years. He is well versed and experienced with the SERS and PSERS retirement plans. Kevin understands the various deferred compensation plans, including the 457 and 403(b) plans, and will help you to understand your options and alternatives.
He loves meeting and working with PSECU members and looks forward to talking with you. He is currently registered in the following states:
- Alaska
- Arizona
- California
- Colorado
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Indiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachussetts
- Nevada
- New Jersey
- New York
- North Carolina
- Ohio
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- South Carolina
- Virginia
Kim Shellhamer
Sales Assistant
717.777.2560
kshellhamer@psecu.com
PSECU Financial Services
1 Credit Union Place
P. O. Box 60708
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17106-0708
Kim joined us in June 2004, after graduating from Elizabethtown College with a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration (Marketing). She is a sales assistant for Steve Hedrick and Gary Gordon. We have high expectations and goals for Kim. We believe that as she continues working with Steve and Gary, gaining that “real-life” financial planning knowledge and experience, she’ll be one of the future PSECU Financial Services stars. She’s bright and personable and eager to assist you with your financial services needs. She is currently registered Pennsylvania.
Rick Thompson, CRC
Education Market Coordinator
Registered Representative
717-777-2561
rthompson@psecu.com
PSECU Financial Services
1 Credit Union Place
P. O. Box 60708
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17106-0708
Rick joined PSECU Financial Services available through CFS* in April, 2005, making him the newest member of our staff. His primary charge is to work with members who are education professionals in the public schools and universities.
Rick, whose first name is actually Thomas, comes to us after serving as a manager with the Commonwealth’s Deferred Compensation Program. Over many years of working with state employees, he has become well-versed in the SERS and PSERS retirement plans.
With both bachelors and masters degrees from Penn State, certification as a retirement counselor, and long-time credentials as an investment and insurance consultant, Rick provides valued capabilities to our staff to help us provide more extensive service to our members.
On a personal level, Rick is a family man, a runner and is active in his church and community.
* Investment industry and credit union regulations prohibit PSECU from offering certain investment services to our membership. To provide our members with investment services, PSECU works with a third party. Securities are offered through CUSO Financial Services, L.P. (CFS), an independent broker/dealer, (Member FINRA/SIPC). Registered Representatives are independent representatives registered through CFS. The products offered are not NCUA/NCUSIF or otherwise insured; are not obligations of the credit union; are not guaranteed by the credit union; and involve investment risks, including possible loss of principal.