Women, Wealth & Wisdom

Come join us for an empowering event focused on women, their wealth, and the wisdom needed to secure a strong financial future.

This event is designed to empower women with the knowledge and tools to build long-term wealth through financial services. Participants will gain insights into personal finance management and financial planning, with a focus on overcoming common barriers and misconceptions faced by women in wealth-building.
 

9:30 AM - 9:45 AM: Paul Dries

With a focus on personalized strategies, I take the time to understand what is most important to my clients, whether it's planning for retirement, saving for education or growing and protecting their wealth. I provide tailored advice and solutions that align with each client's unique circumstances and objectives. My approach is grounded in building long-term relationships based on trust, transparency and open communication. By staying informed about economic trends and financial tools, I am able to provide timely advice and proactive service. At Edward Jones, we believe in a holistic approach to investing for the long term, and I am here to support my clients every step of the way. I am a relationship person at heart. My family, community and clients are very important to me, and I genuinely care about each and every one of them. I am a proud husband and father of two amazing boys. I take my family life very seriously, just as I do in my professional life.

9:45 AM - 10:00 AM: JoJo Dries

JoJo Dries is the Founder and Director of On The Wings of Angels Nonprofit. JoJo's journey is a powerful testament to resilience, courage, and unwavering advocacy. After enduring years of abuse, she transformed her pain into purpose by founding On The Wings of Angels, a nonprofit dedicated to providing no red tape, immediate, tangible resources, community, and support for survivors escaping abuse. Through her work, JoJo empowers communities with the knowledge and tools to recognize domestic violence, take action, and create real solutions for survivors.

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM: Brendon Donovan

Brendon Donovan is a Senior Vice President, Business Consultant with John Hancock Investment Management and a Certified Exit Planning Advisor. He is responsible for sales and marketing of John Hancock mutual funds, separately managed accounts, ETF’s, private assets and 529 college saving plans to financial advisors. Brendon has been with John Hancock since 2005. In his role he works with financial advisors in the state of Michigan to help advisors build better investment outcomes for their clients, provide capital markets outlook on our global economy, and deliver educational training to financial advisors. Brendon is a graduate of Saint Anselm College in Manchester, New Hampshire and resides in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan with his wife and two children