by Steven Lubrano | Apr 10, 2026 | Press Releases
Advisor Serving Clients from Mecosta, Michigan
Kingsview Partners is proud to welcome Partner and Wealth Manager Andrew J. Butler, CFP®, who operates his advisory practice from Mecosta, Michigan. AJ brings more than two decades of financial advisory experience to his work, along with a service-driven mindset shaped by his years as an officer and aviator in the United States Marine Corps.
AJ began his career as a financial advisor in 2004 after serving more than 11 years in the military, where he flew AH-1W attack helicopters and rose to the rank of Major. His transition into wealth management came from a desire to continue serving something greater than himself — this time by helping individuals, families, and business owners pursue the financial future they envision. That background continues to influence his approach today, bringing discipline, commitment, and a steady hand to every client relationship.
As a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), AJ builds personalized financial strategies designed around each client’s goals, circumstances, and priorities. He works with a broad range of clients, including multigenerational families, retirees, and small business owners, helping them navigate areas such as retirement planning, education funding, wealth transfer, business succession, asset growth, and tax-aware planning. He also believes the best outcomes come from a coordinated effort, which is why he regularly collaborates with clients’ CPAs, attorneys, and other trusted professionals to help keep every part of the plan aligned.
“I chose this profession after serving in the military because I wanted to keep serving something greater than myself,” AJ says. “Helping clients achieve hopes and dreams they once thought were out of reach is what makes this work so fulfilling.”
Outside the office, AJ lives in Mecosta with his wife, Jennifer, and together they have two children, Canyon and Grace. He enjoys spending time with family, fly fishing, golfing, snowboarding, traveling, woodworking, and building projects around the home. He has also remained active in his community through leadership and volunteer roles with organizations including Spectrum Health, St. Michael’s Church, and Habitat for Humanity.
“AJ brings a service-first mindset and a deeply personal commitment to the client experience,” says Kingsview COO & President of Asset Management, Sean McGillivray. “His leadership and military experience gives him a leg up when it comes to helping clients navigate important financial decisions. We’re very pleased to have him on the team.”
Andrew J. Butler serves clients from Kingsview’s Mecosta, Michigan, office and can be reached by calling (231) 216-0000 or through the Kingsview website.
by Steven Lubrano | Apr 10, 2026 | Press Releases
Advisor Serving Clients from Clare, Michigan
Kingsview Partners is proud to welcome Partner and Wealth Manager Justin Cole, CFP®, who serves clients from Clare, Michigan. Since entering the industry in 2012, Justin has built his career around a simple idea: strong financial planning starts with trust, grows through relationships, and works best when it stays closely tied to a client’s real life.
Originally from Greenville, Michigan, Justin earned his bachelor’s degree from Aquinas College in Grand Rapids. Before building his practice, his path included service in the United States Marine Corps and time working in his family’s restaurant. Those experiences helped shape the way he works today — with discipline, humility, and an appreciation for what it takes to build something meaningful over time.
As a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), Justin works with individuals, families, and business owners to bring greater structure and confidence to their financial lives. He enjoys helping clients connect their resources to the goals that matter most to them, whether that means supporting their family, growing a business, preparing for retirement, or simply creating more clarity around the road ahead.
For Justin, the most rewarding part of the work is the relationship itself. Over the years, many clients have become more like extended family. He values the moments when a plan begins to click — when uncertainty gives way to confidence and a client can move forward with a stronger sense of peace.
“I’ve always believed the best work happens when you’re helping others succeed,” Justin says. “Financial planning gives me the opportunity to build lasting relationships while helping clients align their money with their goals and values.”
That perspective carries into the way he leads his practice. Justin brings the mindset of a coach to his work: stay clear, stay disciplined, keep working toward long-term growth. As a business owner himself, he understands the competing demands clients face every day, and he aims to be the kind of advisor who brings steadiness, honesty, and practical guidance to the table.
Outside of the practice, Justin and his wife, Courtney, live in Clare, Michigan, where they’re raising their four boys: Jayden, Cannon, Jordan, and Cruz. Faith and Christian values are central to Justin’s family and continue to shape the way he approaches life, relationships, and service. He also coaches high school football, an experience that continues to shape his view of leadership, growth, and investing in people over time. With the rest of his free time, him and his family’s lives revolve around sports, the outdoors, and staying active together.
“Justin has built his practice around something that matters deeply to Kingsview: earning trust through steady guidance, real relationships, and a clear sense of purpose,” says Sean McGillivray, COO & President of Asset Management at Kingsview. “He brings a thoughtful, service-driven approach to his clients, and we’re proud to welcome him to the firm.”
Justin Cole serves clients from Kingsview’s Clare, Michigan, office and can be reached through the Kingsview website or by contacting the office directly at (989) 888-0111.
by Steven Lubrano | Mar 20, 2026 | Press Releases
Advisor Serving Clients Across Springfield, Jacksonville, and Surrounding Illinois Communities
Kingsview Partners is proud to welcome Brent Bordenkircher, AAMS®, to the firm.
Brent operates his practice from the Central Illinois area, serving clients throughout Jacksonville, Springfield, and surrounding communities in Illinois. With 25 years of industry experience, he brings a thoughtful, disciplined approach to wealth management and a strong belief in the role financial planning can play in helping people live with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Born in Canton, Illinois, Brent earned his Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Illinois Springfield and built his career through advisory roles at Edward Jones and American Express Financial Advisors before joining Kingsview.
For Brent, financial well-being reaches far beyond numbers on a page. He views financial freedom as a way for people to experience more meaningful moments with the ones they love and to move through life with a greater sense of direction and peace of mind.
“Financial freedom opens the door to some of life’s most meaningful moments,” said Brent Bordenkircher. “For me, this work has always been about helping people build the kind of financial well-being that gives them more freedom, more confidence, and more time with the people they love most.”
Brent also brings a unique perspective shaped by the football field. He spent 19 years playing amateur football at the semi-pro and arena levels and was inducted into the American Football Association Hall of Fame in 2010 and the AAA Minor League Football Hall of Fame in 2014. Those experiences on the gridiron still shape how he serves clients today, reminding him that success rarely follows a straight line and that discipline and follow-through during difficult times can make a meaningful difference over the long run.
“Brent brings a strong sense of discipline, perspective, and commitment to the advisor-client relationship,” said Sean McGillivray, Chief Operating Officer & President of Asset Management at Kingsview Partners. “His experience, values, and long-standing dedication to the families he serves make him a strong addition to Kingsview, and we are excited to welcome him to the firm.”
Outside of work, Brent is a proud husband and father to his two children. He credits his wife, Tiffany, as instrumental to his success both as a financial advisor and as a dad. A longtime University of Illinois fan, Brent also enjoys staying involved in his local community and maintains a strong presence around local events, including the local Korn Ferry golf tournament each June.
Brent Bordenkircher serves clients from Kingsview’s Springfield-area office and can be reached directly by calling (217) 814-9777 or through the Kingsview website.
by Steven Lubrano | Feb 20, 2026 | Press Releases
Advisor Serving Clients Across North Jersey and Beyond from Wayne, New Jersey
Kingsview Partners is proud to spotlight Partner and Wealth Manager Conan Ward, who operates his practice out of Wayne, New Jersey, serving clients across North Jersey and beyond.
Born and raised in Wayne, Conan built a long career in financial services before making a deliberate move into wealth management. He began as a programmer at PaineWebber and UBS, where he became a Director, and later joined Morgan Stanley as a consultant focused on technical consolidation and broker platform development. In September 2014, Conan made a purposeful pivot from the corporate world to become a financial advisor — bringing more than 35 years of financial industry experience to the clients he serves today.
Conan’s advisory style is shaped by a lifetime of coaching and personal discipline. He coached track and cross country in Wayne for over 25 years, and he approaches client relationships the same way: through patience, consistent follow-through, and a steady focus on helping people make progress toward what matters most.
He works closely with individuals and families who want clarity around life’s biggest financial decisions and takes real satisfaction in helping clients build a plan for the future with confidence and purpose.
“I’ve always been motivated by helping people — coaching, guiding, and assisting someone as they work toward a goal. That’s what I enjoy most about this work.”
Outside the office, Conan and his family have lived in Glen Ridge, New Jersey, for more than 20 years. An athlete at heart, he brings the same competitive spirit and steady perspective to the people he cares about most—including his wife, Irene, and their daughter, Caroline as well as to the clients he serves.
“Conan brings a coach’s mindset to life’s biggest financial decisions,” said Sean McGillivray, Kingsview COO & President of Asset Management. “That combination of deep industry experience and patient, consistent guidance is exactly what clients value and exactly what we aim to deliver across Kingsview.”
Conan Ward serves clients from Kingsview’s Wayne, New Jersey, office and can be reached by calling (973) 453-9999 or through the Kingsview website.
by Steven Lubrano | Jan 16, 2026 | Press Releases
Advisor Serving Clients Nationwide from Wayne, Pennsylvania
Kingsview Partners is pleased to spotlight Partner and Wealth Manager Leon Shelton, CFP®, CPWA®, who operates his advisory practice out of Wayne, Pennsylvania, serving clients nationwide. Leon brings a rare blend of scientific training, strategic discipline, and long-view thinking to his work, helping clients navigate complex financial decisions with clarity and intention.
Born and raised in Bloomington, Indiana, Leon earned a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Indiana University before beginning his career as a financial advisor in 2011. Prior to entering wealth management, he spent more than a decade as a sustainability and environmental consultant, working directly with manufacturing leadership teams to implement responsible practices that saved companies millions of dollars. While the work delivered measurable impact, Leon felt drawn toward a more personal mission — helping individuals and families directly shape their futures.
That calling ultimately led him to financial advising, where success is measured not only in outcomes, but in lives changed. Today, Leon works primarily with biotechnology and pharmaceutical executives, helping them design comprehensive wealth management strategies that reflect their goals, values, and lifestyles. His approach emphasizes coordination and foresight — working closely with CPAs, attorneys, and other trusted professionals to ensure each element of a client’s financial life moves in sync.
Drawing inspiration from endurance cycling, Leon believes financial success is built through discipline, balance, and intentional direction rather than speed or shortcuts. Each client’s plan reflects their personal cadence, accounting for equity compensation, tax strategy, family priorities, and evolving life goals, while remaining resilient through changing market and personal conditions.
“My role is part navigator, part coach,” Leon explains. “I help clients stay on course through complexity, uncertainty, and change — so their strategy supports both long-term goals and peace of mind.”
Outside the office, Leon lives in Wayne with his wife, Catherine. He is the proud father of two adult children, David and Elsa, a son-in-law, Nicholas, and a newborn grandson, Dane. An avid cyclist, Leon serves as Ride Director for the West Chester Cycling Club and remains active in his church and local community.
Whether on the road or in his professional life, Leon believes life rewards those who are intentional about where they’re headed — and who value the people they travel alongside.
“Leon has a unique ability to bring structure and calm to highly complex financial situations,” says Kingsview COO & President of Asset Management, Sean McGillivray. “His background, discipline, and collaborative mindset allow him to guide sophisticated clients with clarity while keeping their long-term priorities firmly in focus.”
Leon Shelton serves clients nationwide from Kingsview’s Wayne, Pennsylvania, office and can be reached by calling (610) 810-0444 or through the Kingsview website.
