Meet The Team
The team behind Wealth Planning Network is made up of qualified financial professionals who are passionate about helping individuals and families achieve their ideal retirements.
Michael Jankowski Founder & CEO
Michael is the founder and CEO of Wealth Planning Network and Parkview Asset Management. He provides comprehensive financial planning and wealth management services to his clientele, which includes affluent and ultra-affluent families, corporate executives, physicians and business owners.
With over 25 years of experience as a private wealth advisor, Michael has successfully guided numerous affluent families in achieving their financial and estate planning goals. Leveraging personalized attention, industry expertise and cutting-edge technology, Michael and his team collaborate with nationally recognized private banks, estate planning attorneys and CPAs to craft customized financial, tax and estate plans tailored to the unique goals of each client.
A nationally recognized speaker, Michael specializes in managing tax-efficient investment portfolios, implementing personalized income and estate tax minimization plans, and offering expert guidance in asset protection, estate planning and charitable gift strategies.
Michael is the published author of "Wealthy and Wise," a book that simplifies the complexities of managing wealth for ultra-affluent families.
Passionate about financial education and community empowerment, Michael is actively involved with Catholic Charities and other charitable organizations. A native resident of the Chicagoland area, he currently resides in Burr Ridge, Illinois, and enjoys hiking, biking, downhill skiing, reading and spending quality time with his four daughters.
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Arminas Rajuncas Private Wealth Advisor
Arminas Rajuncas joined Wealth Planning Network in 2024 as a Private Wealth Advisor who specializes in innovative tax-saving tactics to increase and protect clients’ wealth for future generations. He takes a proactive approach by introducing unique risk management and wealth accumulation strategies. As a financial professional since 2007, he firmly believes his duty as an advisor is to focus on building and protecting his clients’ hard-earned assets. His extensive industry experience in risk management is critical to meeting his clients' needs for financial independence in retirement.
Arminas passed the Series 6, 63, and 7 exams and is able to offer extensive investment advice. He also holds insurance licenses in Life & Health, Disability, Long Term Care, and Property & Casualty, helping him provide a holistic approach to planning. By listening to what is important to his clients and guiding toward their goals, Arminas helps clients feel more secure in their plans for businesses succession, asset optimization and tax minimization for their heirs.
Arminas lives in Lemont and is happily married to his wonderful friend and partner in life, Laura, a well-respected teacher in the area. In addition to spending time with his amazing son, Jacob, Arminas enjoys living a healthy lifestyle through lap swimming, yoga and other outdoor activities. He is excited to help you create a custom plan to achieve your family’s goals, both for today and the future.
Lindsay ErazoMarketing and Business Consultant
Lindsay Erazo Marketing and Business Consultant
Lindsay joined Wealth Planning Network and Parkview Asset Management in 2023 as Executive Vice President, and Consultant. Her depth of knowledge and experience in managing Business Operations, Development, and Marketing initiatives, will drive new technology and service offerings which will greatly enhance our clients' wealth management experience. With over 30 years of consulting for high net worth clients in International Business Development and Sales and Marketing Strategies, Lindsay has been a leader in market penetration, growth channel creation, mergers and acquisitions, negotiation, and diversification for many global companies, including several Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 Companies.
Lindsay works diligently with Michael and the leadership team to enhance and expand the holistic advisory services offered at Wealth Planning Network by staying ahead of market trends and fostering strategic partnerships with affluent community leaders. She consistently seeks out innovative processes and technologies through which communication about the protection of our clients’ assets and advisory for long-term growth opportunities is paramount. Lindsay believes that our strategic planning, cutting-edge technology, and most importantly, our professional and dedicated team, are the ways in which Wealth Planning Network continues to be exceptional and unmatched.
Lindsay’s priority is to listen to the needs of our clients first, and she works with our excellent team to ensure a warm office culture in which our clients and their families feel like our family. We are committed to the maximization of our clients’ wealth for generations to come.
When she is not busy at sporting events for her two sons and her daughter, Lindsay enjoys traveling, cooking, and finding any reason to celebrate with friends and family.
Nicole BennettVice President of Client RelationsWealth Advisor Associate
Nicole Bennett Vice President of Client Relations and Wealth Advisor Associate
Nicole joined Wealth Planning Network in 2023 from one of the largest investment banks on Wall Street. Throughout her career, she has helped people in or near retirement navigate their journey by aiding them in achieving their investment, estate planning and risk management goals.
Nicole holds her life insurance license. With over two decades of client service management, she believes that watching out for an individual’s overall financial well-being is key to delivering superior service.
Based in the vibrant southwest suburbs of Chicago, Nicole cherishes her time outdoors, basking in the sunshine. She also enjoys pursuing her passion for cooking. She shares her life with Maz, her beloved rescue Chihuahua.
Bobbie HelmanDirector of Client RelationsWealth Advisor Associate
Bobbie Helman Director of Client Relations and Wealth Advisor Associate
Bobbie Helman joined the Wealth Planning Network in 2023 as Director of Client Relations. She is a dedicated financial professional with a comprehensive background in accounting and wealth management, with over 20 years of experience. Bobbie specializes in the art of crafting and nurturing client relationships, bringing a personalized touch to financial services, and her FINRA and insurance licenses allow her to offer personalized and strategic solutions to our clients. She also has several years of experience working at a regional CPA firm preparing personal and corporate tax returns for her clients.
Bobbie holds a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Robert Morris University and she has been in the financial industry for over 20 years. She is proficient in risk analysis, tax planning, monitoring client suitability standards while adding a layer of strategic insight to meeting client’s unique financial needs.
Bobbie cherishes time with her family and is always willing to extend her caring personality to our clients, making sure they feel safe and comfortable when working with our firm.
Darlene KosslerFinance and Business Consultant
Darlene Kossler Finance and Business Consultant
Darlene Kossler joined Wealth Planning Network in 2020 as controller who also provides expertise as an accounting and human resources consultant. With over 35 years in accounting and operations, she managed the finances of corporations, partnerships and self-managed entrepreneurs, including a Top 10 auditing firm. Darlene's direct involvement with numerous business owners has significantly contributed to their successful ventures.
Darlene earned her bachelor’s degree in computer science from Northeastern University with a minor in accounting. She further enhanced her qualifications with a degree in small business management and a certification in human resources.
A resident of Chicago's western suburbs, Darlene spends her free time outdoors practicing archery and disc golf and competes nationally and internationally. Her commitment has won her national and state records, and she proudly boasts a bronze medal from the PanAm Games as a personal best achievement. Outside of competitive sporting events, Darlene enjoys quilting and camping in her leisure time.
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