Strategic Wealth Partners was acquired by Kovitz Investment Group Partners, LLC ("Kovitz"), a registered investment adviser with the SEC on May 1, 2024. Strategic Wealth Partners is now a division of Kovitz and its registered investment adviser. Materials created prior to this date were created by Strategic Wealth Partners and are accurate as of the time of publishing.

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Eric O’Brien, CFP®

Financial Planner

Eric works with clients to provide a comprehensive understanding of their financial situation while advising them on how to best achieve their short-term and long-term financial goals.  He enjoys working in a team-based environment that is centered around acting in the best interest of the client.

Prior to joining SWP, Eric worked as a Financial Planner at BMO and Fifth Third Bank.  He started his career as an investment advisor at MB Financial and, ultimately, transitioned into a dedicated financial planner as his interests shifted towards helping clients across their entire financial picture.

Outside the office, Eric enjoys spending as much time as possible with his wife and two kids, as well as their family and friends, including trips up to the Northwoods of Wisconsin or their family lake house on Lake Carroll.  He also loves reading, especially on all things about history.

Education

MBA, DePaul University Kellstadt Graduate School of Business
BA in Business Administration, Illinois Wesleyan University

Professional Designations

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®

Office Location

Deerfield, IL

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