Leading the way to holistic retirement planning.
Heather Foster is passionate about sharing her years of human and financial insight with her clients, with whom she builds strong, lasting relationships. Heather has a strong belief in education, and sees educating her clients as the solid foundation needed for a long and lasting successful relationship. Before Heather worked with Foster Financial , she attended Indiana University to gain her degree in Business.
For more than 18 years, Heather has provided consulting and financial services to individuals and businesses throughout the Midwest. Her Approach is consumer-oriented and local in focus, with an emphasis on retirement, income planning and succession planning.
Heather is a respected speaker, consumer finance advocate, and had been a guest columnist for the Business People’s Magazine, as well as the Co-Host of a Financial Show, and a weekly guest on 21 Alive's Insight.
In her commitment to serve her community, Heather is associated with and supports Indiana’s Philharmonic, March of Dimes, US Cancer Society, Wounded Warrior Project; Disabled Veterans Charity, Christian Broadcasting Network, Christian Women’s Group Mentoring, International Missions, Northwest Haiti Missions, Fort Wayne Rescue Mission, and Charis House.
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As Vice President of Foster Financial, Caleb takes an educational approach to comprehensive financial planning. From start to finish, the process is highly collaborative as he seeks not only to help the client’s financial state but also to develop their broader understanding of financial planning. Identifying how finances, taxes, and legislation all play a part in his clients’ plan leads to long-lasting relationships.
Prior to Foster Financial, Caleb worked in management consulting where he helped advise Fortune 500 companies on their long-term corporate strategy. Over his career, he has gained experience in a variety of industries including finance, insurance, healthcare, and consumer goods. Caleb attended the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan where he earned a Bachelor’s of Business Administration degree.
“Working at Foster Financial brings together the qualitative aspect of working with wonderful clients and the quantitative aspect of solving financial problems. I’m passionate about serving my clients and making the complex world of financial planning simpler.”
In his free time, Caleb enjoys being with his wife Sarah. You can often find them snowmobiling in the upper peninsula of Michigan, boating on the great lakes, and serving at their local church.
John Pynchon is a seasoned financial planner with 7 years of experience in guiding individuals, families, and businesses toward financial security and prosperity. John specializes in developing comprehensive strategies tailored to each client’s unique goals, ensuring they achieve milestones such as retirement readiness, wealth preservation, and generational legacy planning.
With a deep understanding of investment management, tax efficiency, and risk mitigation, John excels in navigating complex financial landscapes. They pride themselves on translating intricate financial concepts into actionable advice, empowering clients to make informed decisions. John is particularly passionate about fostering financial literacy and building long-term client relationships based on trust, integrity, and transparency.
John, and his wife Kelsey, have been Indiana residents their entire lives. Family is at the heart of everything John & Kelsey do. Their personal experience balancing family life and financial goals fuels their commitment to helping others achieve financial peace of mind, ensuring their loved ones are cared for and supported.
A graduate of Ball State University with a degree in Finance, John stays ahead of industry trends through ongoing professional development and active membership in the Fort Wayne Chamber of Commerce. Outside the office, John enjoys playing golf, working on “DIY” projects, and relaxing at Lake Hamilton in Hamilton, IN.
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Maddison is the head of our Operations and Client Relationship Team. If you are not sure whom to talk to, she can help. She is a jack of all trades. Maddison graduated from Purdue University Fort Wayne with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications and Minors in Public Relations and Journalism. After graduating she worked at a local CPA firm which sparked her interest in the financial field. She has five years of experience in the financial industry and enjoys learning all aspects of it.
“At Foster Financial I am able to use my education and skills to promote a company that is honest and has the client’s best interest in mind. It is a company that I am proud to work for because it aligns with my personal beliefs.”
In her free time, Maddison enjoys spending time with her family, playing with her son Oliver, and reading. She loves all things Disney, Harry Potter, and Star Wars (you may catch glimpses of some characters at her desk). She also likes hiking, biking, canoeing, and going on walks with her son. She regularly donates to The Ronald McDonald House and Riley Children’s Hospital.
As a Client Relationship Manager at Foster Financial Services, Daniel collaborates with Financial Advisors to deliver exceptional client service and operational support across a wide range of financial planning and investment services.
Daniel joins us from Chicago, Illinois, where he worked on the trading floors of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and the Chicago Board of Trade. His background in the financial industry provides a robust foundation for supporting clients and advisors effectively.
Outside of work, Daniel enjoys playing guitar and recording music, creating art, and spending quality time with his wife and family.
As a Client Relationship Manager, David works hand in hand with the Financial Advisors to provide outstanding client service and support to various financial planning needs and investment services.
David graduated from Ball State University with a degree in Business Management with Option in Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
With 15 years of financial knowledge, David delivers proficient support for our clients and advisors.
“I appreciate working at Foster Financial knowing that the client’s best interest and being honest takes priority in their planning.”
David cherishes his time with his family and relaxes with a good book. He takes pride in his nerdy side as David has a collection of over 9,000 comic books! David and his wife share a passion for the gift of higher education. Their deep involvement with the sorority Zeta Phi Beta has helped raise funds to provide annual scholarships to local students.
As a Client Relationship Manager, Kierstyn aids the Financial Advisors to deliver remarkable customer service and operational support to a range of financial planning and investments items.
Kierstyn graduated from Purdue Fort Wayne University with a degree in Organizational Leadership of Science. Kierstyn holds her Life and Health Insurance Licenses.
“I am honored to work at Foster Financial because of my deep motivation and passion for the field. From the moment you walk in the door, you’re greeted with a warm welcome, served with coffee and cookies, and immediately made to feel just like family.”
When Kierstyn is out of the office, she enjoys being around her fiancé, Johnny, and her 3 goldendoodles. You will find Kierstyn baking in the kitchen, walking her dogs, traveling, or camping in Michigan! With Kierstyn being an animal lover, she advocates for the adoption of dogs and cats from Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control.
As a Client Relationship Manager, Brett collaborates with the Financial Advisors to provide effective customer service and operational support to various financial planning needs and investment services.
Brett graduated with a degree in business. Brett comes with four years of experience in the financial industry. Brett continues his financial education with his focus being business data and preparing for the SIE.
"Foster Financial takes a step further than others when it comes to financial planning. A holistic approach opens the door for more opportunities for our clients."
In Brett’s free time, he often attends community events like concerts, charity events, community clean ups, and food festivals! Brett shares a passion for two local charities: Out of a Jam and Latino’s Count.
Mari is the first to greet clients when they visit our office, and she always has cookies and coffee available! She answers client phone calls and handles scheduling for our staff. Mari started her career as a teller at a bank, and she worked her way into a management position. She transitioned to the mortgage business where she had extensive training in mortgage processing and closing. She eventually entered the real estate and rental property industries where she excelled for nearly 24 years. Recently, she decided to try something new which brought her to Foster Financial.
“I am a big people person, so I love the client interaction. I like sitting with the clients prior to their meetings, talking about their interests, and getting to know them. I look forward to greeting our clients and making them feel like part of the Foster Financial Family as the staff here has made me feel like part of it myself.”
Mari enjoys spending time with her grandkids and relaxing at her lake cottage. She enjoys riding her Harley with her husband on the weekends when the weather allows.
Olivia assists Mari with prepping files for appointments as well as running reports and supporting the Client Relationship Managers. Olivia has worked in the service industry for the last nine years. During COVID she transitioned to the Mortgage Industry where her passion for service grew when she experienced the joy of aiding individuals and families in obtaining their goal to own their own home. Her passion for service and desire to further help those around her led to her transition to the financial field.
“From the moment you walk in to the moment you leave, Foster Financial makes you feel at peace. The security and comfort the team provides is top-tier. You notice right away that clients are more like family to Foster Financial. The dedication the team has to offer is truly inspiring.”
In her free time, Olivia treasures her time with her daughter. They enjoy having dance parties and doing crafts. Olivia also loves traveling, exploring new places, poetry, and the arts. She also loves a good (bad) dad joke and all things punny!
Jorge assists the advisors with items such as preparation for client strategy sessions, opening new investment accounts, completing client fund requests, and processing Roth Conversions.
Jorge is a graduate from Indiana Tech University who earned his degree in Business Administration and Finance. Jorge is currently studying for his SIE license.
“Foster Financial is like a family that keeps growing. Foster Financial has a great workplace environment.”
In Jorge’s free time, you will find him perfecting his tennis serve on the court. Jorge is also a big fan of playing 18 holes of golf!
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Heather Foster is advisory licensed in AZ, CA, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MI, MO, MN, NY, NC, OH, PA, SC, TN, TX, WA, WI
John Pynchon is advisory licensed in GA, IA, IN, MI, MN, NC, OH, PA, SC, TX, WI. John Pynchon is securities licensed in GA, IN, IA, MI, MN, NC, OH, PA, SC, TX.
Caleb Doane advisory licensed in CA, GA, IA, IN, MI, MN, NC, OH, PA, SC, TX, WI. Caleb Doane securities licensed in GA, IN, MI, MN, PA, SC, TX.