Our Story
CLARA Spring Private Wealth
About
Where Intention Meets Execution
CLARA Spring Private Wealth was founded on a simple belief: clients deserve fiduciary advisors who approach their financial lives with the same care, diligence, and integrity they would apply to their own. Our team is committed to delivering personalized financial planning, disciplined investment management, and long‑term wealth guidance for individuals and families.
After decades in the financial services industry, Mike and Brandon recognized the need for a more transparent, education‑driven approach to wealth management. When the opportunity arose to join LPL Financial and partner with Ellen and Jeff at CLARA Private Wealth, the alignment was immediate. Both teams shared the same client‑first philosophy, the same commitment to independent advice, and the same vision for building a legacy firm focused on multigenerational financial planning.
Together, CLARA Spring Private Wealth brings more than 50 years of combined experience across comprehensive financial planning, retirement planning, investment management, tax‑efficient strategies, and multigenerational wealth transfer. Clients benefit from a collaborative, team‑based advisory model designed to provide continuity, clarity, and a deep understanding of each client’s goals and long‑term financial strategy.
Our mission is straightforward: to deliver thoughtful planning, disciplined investing, and genuine care — empowering clients to move forward with confidence and build lasting financial security.
What Makes Us Different
Built on Principles That Put You First
The way we work isn't accidental — it's the result of clearly defined principles that guide every decision we make on your behalf.
Our Mission
We help individuals and families build clarity, confidence, and long term financial security through thoughtful planning, disciplined investment management, and genuine partnership.
Our Vision
We aim to set the standard for what thoughtful, disciplined financial planning looks like — one client relationship at a time.
Our Core Values
Transparency, accountability, and intellectual rigor are at the center of everything we do. We believe you deserve to understand the "why" behind every strategy, and we'll always take the time to explain it.
Meet The Team
The Professionals Behind Your Strategy
Get to know the people, credentials, and shared philosophy that drive the work we do every day.
Ellen Gunder
Partner, Director of Financial Planning
Jeffrey Gunder
Partner, Director of Investment Strategy
Elizabeth Gunder
Director of Marketing
Brandon Skupski
Associate Partner, Portfolio Strategist
Michael Frederick
Partner, Director of Financial Planning
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Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're looking for a team with a structured, research-driven approach to your financial life, we'd welcome the opportunity to talk. Let's start with a conversation about your goals.