Joel Salazar co-founded Salazar Wealth Management to provide clients with a depth of experience that transcends standard investment advice. An alumnus of The Ohio State University with a BSBA in Economics, Joel applies his academic foundation to understand the cycles that drive global markets. He holds Series 6, 7, 66, and SIE licenses through LPL.
Decades of Industry Leadership.
With over 27 years in financial services, Joel offers a 360-degree view of asset management. Before becoming an independent advisor with LPL, he held management, recruiting, and professional education roles at several Fortune 500 leaders, including Thrivent, New York Life, Phoenix Life, Allstate, and Ameriprise.
A few things you should know about his approach:
- He distills best practices from industry leaders into a rock-solid management philosophy.
- He focuses on navigating market volatility with confidence and maturity.
- He views financial advising as a calling rooted in stewardship.
- He transitioned into the industry in 1999 to honor the legacy of a retiring advisor.
Community and Family Commitment.
Joel and his high school sweetheart, Jennifer, have been married for 32 years. They have two sons: Tyler, an IT professional in Columbus, and Ryan, Joel’s business partner at the firm. Joel remains a very active participant within Five Lakes Church, where he has served as an elder and on the administrative team. He currently co-leads a men’s small group focused on community outreach.
Life Beyond the Markets.
When he is not analyzing economic cycles, Joel pursues an active lifestyle. He enjoys golfing, fishing, and playing pickleball. Over the last few years, he and Jennifer have traveled across the country in their RV to experience various State and National Parks. This commitment to exploration and community service informs the perspective he brings to every client relationship.