Michael Ryan, CFP
First Vice President – Investments
Branch Manager
Phone: 318.387.6575
Email: m.ryan@wfadvisors.com
For more than 19 years, I have had the privilege to serve as a financial advisor to families, individuals, and institutions. My mission is to help clients and co-workers attain their financial goals and prepare them for life’s transitions, challenges, and opportunities.
In 2003, I returned home to Monroe, LA to join my father, Herschel Ryan, at A.G. Edwards, a predecessor firm of Wells Fargo Advisors. In 2008, I earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM designation. The CFP® certification identifies those individuals who have met the rigorous experience and ethical requirements of the CFP Board and have successfully completed coursework on financial topics in the following areas: general principles of financial strategies, insurance planning and risk management, employee benefits planning, and retirement and estate planning strategies. CFP® certificants also agree to meet ongoing continuing education requirements. Prior to joining the financial services industry, I earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Louisiana State University (LSU).
Away from the Office
Away from the office, my primary focus is helping my wife, Erica Ryan, raise our two children, Paige and Jack. Erica is from Lake Providence, LA and is a Speech-Language Pathologist. Community service is very important to us and we stay active with Rotary Club, United Way, Boy Scouts, and St. Paul’s Methodist Church retreat ministries. I have enjoyed coaching my children’s soccer, basketball, and baseball teams. We spend our summer’s water-skiing/tubing on Bayou Desiard and the Ouachita River. I am an avid golfer and enjoy vacationing with family at the beach, camping in the Smoky Mountains, and snow skiing in Colorado.
Licensure and Education
- Certified Financial Planner™ professional
- Accredited Asset Management SpecialistSM
- Series 3, 7, 9, 10 & 66 Registered
- Insurance & Annuity Licensed
- B.S., Business Administration, Louisiana State University (LSU)
Herschel Ryan, MBA
Financial Advisor
First Vice President - Investments
Phone: 318.387.6575
Email: herschel.ryan@wfadvisors.com
Background and experience
With over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, Herschel’s professional mission is to help his clients prepare for life’s transitions, challenges, and opportunities. Specifically, Herschel provides comprehensive investment planning, with special emphasis on retirement income strategies, to retired individuals, business owners, and business executives.
In 1992, Herschel began his financial services career with A.G. Edwards, a predecessor firm of Wells Fargo Advisors. For 20 years prior to joining A.G. Edwards, Herschel ran a family-owned real estate and construction company.
Away from the office
A life-long resident of Monroe, LA, Herschel spends his free time with his wife, Debra, a retired Registered Nurse (RN), and his two grandchildren, Paige and Jack. Married for over 50 years, Herschel and Debra stay active physically and mentally, whether it's playing golf, spending time with the grandchildren, or worshiping at the New Life Community Church where they have been members for over 30 years.
Herschel supports the Chennault Aviation and Military Museum and he is active in many veterans' organizations. Herschel became a servant-leader while serving as a helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War. Achieving the rank of Captain, Herschel was medically retired after being severely wounded during a helicopter combat assault mission.
When time permits, Herschel and Debra enjoy serving on mission trips and traveling in their RV. Some of the exciting places they have visited include China, Israel, Greece, South America, and Europe.
Amber Fife
Financial Advisor
Phone: 318.387.6575
Email: amber.fife@wfadvisors.com
Starting her career in the financial industry in 2014, Amber joined Wells Fargo Advisors in 2018. For over seven years, Amber has dedicated her time to expanding her knowledge to better serve clients, no matter their current stage in life. Like a financial architect, she spends her time building customized strategies to structure balanced portfolios designed to address client’s specific financial goals.
Amber was led to the Ryan Financial Group of Wells Fargo Advisors after learning the value to which they work to offer their clients. With a common goal of providing honesty in everything she does and having a desire for personal relationships, she has joined their team to provide the same level of service our clients have come to expect.
Away from the Office
After spending her childhood traveling, Amber has made Monroe, LA her home. She is married to her childhood friend, Luke Fife. She has two children, Brantley and Ainsley. Brantley has been recognized nationally as a gifted scholar and attends West Monroe High School. Ainsley, still new to the world, is set to attend Claiborne Christian of West Monroe.
In their spare time, they enjoy playing with their English mastiff, Baylor, and German short haired pointer, Leo. They spend summer boating on the local lakes and rivers or traveling for week long backpacking trips. Their favorite trips include Colorado and Tennessee. In the winter, they head to a childhood home of Amber's and ice fish the lakes of Colorado.
Licensure and Education
CA Insurance License Number: 4185294. Resident State Louisiana
Anna Moore
Client Associate
Phone: 318.387.6575
Email: anna.moore@wfadvisors.com
Anna joined Wells Fargo Advisors in 2020 as a client associate. Before joining Wells Fargo Advisors she spent over seven years in the banking and insurance industry. Anna works directly with our clients to address a wide range of administrative requests and offering knowledgeable support.
Away from the Office
Anna is married to James Moore and they have two children Jac and Graham. In her spare time she enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time with her family.