About Us

As a founding member of The Parson | Niles Wealth Management Group, Paul understands that trust is the bedrock of any successful outcome. That’s why he works to build strong relationships between his clients and his team. Paul strives to help individual financial goals become reality through a highly-customized investment process while helping his clients understand and manage risk versus reward.

Prior to founding The Parson | Niles Investment Group (formerly The Church/Parson Investment Group) in 2005, Paul worked with A.G. Edwards and Sons starting in 1998.

In 2021, Paul was named to the Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisor list in the state of Michigan. *The Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors ranking algorithm is based on industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC which does not receive compensation from the advisors or their firms in exchange for placement on a ranking. Investment performance is not a criterion.   

He received his business degree from Delta College and received his Certified Investment Management Analyst® certification (CIMA®) from the Wharton School of Business. Paul holds FINRA Series 7 and 66 registrations. A lifelong learner, Paul is energetic about seeking new opportunities to grow and learn new skills to the benefit of his clients. He completed the Dale Carnegie Management Leadership course. Paul continuously encourages his team to seek continuing education opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Through watching his father, Mark learned at a young age the value of high-quality, client-focused financial service. He continues this legacy today as a Financial Advisor.            

In order to understand the full scope of each person’s unique needs, Mark always takes the time to listen to and learn about the client’s individual story. He is passionate about shining a light on the numerous wealth management and investment strategies available to clients, while maintaining an independent, objective, and unbiased perspective.

Before becoming a financial advisor, Mark served in the United States Marine Corps for eight years. After his service, he was a Customer Relationship Manager for Cummins Engine Company. Mark received his degree in business administration from Northwood University and completed the Dale Carnegie course. Mark holds FINRA Series 7 and 66 registrations.

In his spare time, Mark enjoys spending time with his friends and family, golfing, and being outdoors.

Ted’s initial appreciation for the value in professional guidance toward financial security came through early conversations he had with his father while growing up.

Ted graduated from college in 2007 and immediately entered the automotive industry. He observed first-hand what many senior level colleagues who were approaching retirement had to endure when significant portions of their pensions were taken away during the 2008-09 financial crisis. These events reinforced in him the importance of developing an independent plan for financial security.

Ted worked with his father to develop his own, individualized investment plan. Together, they monitored the plan and made adjustments as necessary. As the years went by, Ted realized that he enjoyed these activities and wanted to be able to work through this same process with others who are committed to achieving their own financial security.

Like the rest of the team, Ted understands that every situation is unique and the importance of building trust through the client-focused approach. He takes the time to understand each client’s specific situation and what they are looking for in terms of financial goals. Using that information, he works with the Parson | Niles Wealth Management Group team to prepare an individualized plan designed to help the client achieve their specific financial goals.

Ted is a graduate of Kettering University. He spent 12 years with Nexteer Automotive as a Product Development Engineer before joining the Parson | Niles Wealth Management Group in 2019. Ted has completed the Dale Carnegie course and holds his FINRA Series 7 and 66 registrations.

Outside the office, Ted enjoys spending time with his family and taking advantage of what Michigan’s great outdoors have to offer through camping, hiking, hunting, fishing, snowmobiling and golfing.

Jill quarterbacks The Parson | Niles Wealth Management Group. Her genuine care and dedication for people shines through everything she does. Resourceful and organized, Jill also provides administrative support and ensures that her entire team can successfully continue to provide high quality, client-focused service and foster lasting relationships.

She has completed the Dale Carnegie course. She holds her FINRA Series 7, 63, and 65 registrations.

In her free time, Jill enjoys running, snowshoeing, spending time with family and friends.

Melissa started with Wells Fargo Advisors in 2016 as a Client Associate for the Owosso Branch Office. After providing three years of exceptional service supporting the entire office, Melissa joined the Parson | Niles Wealth Management Group in July of 2019 to continue in her role as Client Associate, now focused toward supporting a specific team.

Melissa is generally the first person clients interact with when they call or stop by the office. She enjoys those initial interactions and the opportunity to work with clients to understand what they’re looking for and then immediately helping them or directing them to the appropriate team member as needed.  

When not working Melissa enjoys spending time with her family and escaping to her family cabin on the lake. Melissa sits on the board of directors for the Shiawassee County Humane Society and is currently studying to further her knowledge in the financial field.