Open. Honest. Client-Focused.

FINANCIAL PLANNING IN LANCASTER, PENNSYLVANIA

Working with Sequinox is like having a trusted friend to talk with, especially when that friend takes time to understand exactly what you want out of life and knows the ins and outs of financial planning, taxes, and retirement.

CONCENTRATING ON PEOPLE

Sequinox was started by Joe Wirbick venturing out on his own because he was tired of the “me first” mentality that seemed to go with big financial planning companies. He wanted Sequinox to offer people sound advice so that they could solve their financial challenges like retiring comfortably, saving on taxes, and paying for college.

Joe also wanted clients to understand exactly what was happening with their money and therefore, focuses on being honest, open, and transparent in every conversation.

AN AWARD-WINNING TEAM

Today, Joe Wirbick, Mike Zimmerman, and the Sequinox team help clients find the right financial answers in a beautiful office setting, but they never forget their roots.

Sequinox was named one of the fastest growing companies in central Pennsylvania in 2011, 2017, and 2018. In 2011, Sequinox won the “Business of the Year” Award from Central Penn Business Journal. Year after year, the people of Lancaster vote Sequinox as "Favorite Financial Advisor."

Fastest Growing Company, Business of the Year, and 5 Year Lancaster Favorite Financial Advisor Awards by Central Penn Business Journal and LNP

MEET THE PEOPLE BEHIND SEQUINOX

We’re on a first-name basis here. That’s because we want you to feel you’re part of a group that treats clients like friends.

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Joe Wirbick, CFP®, CEPA, CDFA

Joe Wirbick, CFP®, CEPA, CDFA

joe@sequinox.com

For 20 years, Joe Wirbick has been on a mission to show his clients what “they” never tell you about reducing risk, retiring tax free, and ensuring their standard of living during retirement. His multiple-award-winning company, Sequinox, has become one of the premiere sources that retirees and High Net Worth Entrepreneurs trust to understand the, often confusing world, of retirement.

And here’s why: Sequinox measures their success by the number of their clients who, regardless of how they came to them, retires successfully and achieves their major financial goals.

Sequinox is refreshingly different. They shun confusing industry jargon and use terms that are easy to understand. As a client, you are treated like family. You are educated and enabled to make informed decisions with your assets. You always know exactly where your money is as well as the plan to protect it and make it grow.

Sequinox focuses on three main areas:

Help to reduce risk in a client’s portfolio
Help to minimize or eliminate taxes during retirement
Help to ensure a steady income for life.

When Joe was new to the financial services industry, he was unhappy with how most advisors were working with their clients. He saw a field overrun with a “me first” mentality. Joe had a vision to build a company that always put his clients first, regardless of the circumstances. The results have been incredible. Sequinox was named one of the fastest growing companies in central Pennsylvania, and won the “Business of the Year” Award from Central Penn Business journal in the same year.

Joe’s passion for taking the guesswork out of retirement led him to write his hit book, Everything They Never Told You About Retirement, which topped the charts as an international #1 bestseller in four countries. Organizations frequently request Joe to speak about the topics covered in his book at conventions all over the world. His charisma and relatability make him a consistently top-rated speaker, helping attendees better understand how they can achieve their dream life in retirement.

Joe has been awarded the Central Penn Business Journal’s “Forty Under Forty” award and was named as “Entrepreneur of the Year.” Most recently, he was named #1 Wealth Manager in Central Pennsylvania by Central Penn Business Journal. Joe is a member of the Ed Slott Elite IRA Advisor group.

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Rankings and/or recognition by unaffiliated rating services and/or publications should not be construed by a client or prospective client as a guarantee that he/she will experience a certain level of results if Financial Advisor is engaged, or continues to be engaged, to provide investment advisory services, nor should it be construed as a current or past endorsement of Financial Advisor by any of its clients. Rankings published by magazines, and others, generally base their selections exclusively on information prepared and/or submitted by the recognized adviser.

Securities offered through J.W. Cole Financial, Inc. (JWC) Member FINRA / SIPC. Advisory Services offered through J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc. (JWCA). Sequinox and JWC/ JWCA are unaffiliated entities.

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Mike Zimmerman

Mike Zimmerman

mike@sequinox.com

As co-owner of Sequinox, Mike helps to manage all aspects of investment for our clients. His focus is to help people, solve financial problems and help clients answer question they didn’t even know they had.

Mike holds the position of Investment Advisor Representative with J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc. and a Registered Representative with J.W. Cole Financial, Inc. Mike is also licensed to represent and sell life and health insurance products.

A graduate of Philadelphia University, Mike went on to earn a graduate degree from the University of Texas. Working for GlaxoSmithKline for eight years, he became a published author and inventor on several patents in the field of Oncology and Virology. Mike is a member of the American Chemical Society. He joined Sequinox in 2008 as a way to help people become informed about their financial lives.

Mike graduated from Ephrata High School and currently resides in Lancaster with his wife, son, and daughter. He enjoys being outdoors, and occasionally doing remodeling projects in his spare time. Mike’s hobbies include spending time with his kids, and watching and participating in sports. His best day would be spent out boating on the water.

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Bill Gellman

Bill Gellman

Bill@sequinox.com

Bill was a researcher, teacher, and non-profit manager, before entering the financial services industry. During his time as a non-profit manager, he spent many hours helping people manage their finances. This experience of empowering people to take control of their financial lives was what motivated him to become a financial advisor. It continues to motivate him today.

Bill is a graduate of both Penn State and the University of Montana. He has worked as a researcher - for Penn State, the University of Montana, and the US Fish and Wildlife Service – as well as a science teacher at two different private schools in North Carolina and Texas. For his graduate research accomplishments, Bill was elected into Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society.

Bill graduated from New Hope-Solebury High School and he currently resides in York with his wife and two (of their three) children. He enjoys the outdoors, home remodeling projects, and jazz music. Bill is also passionate about motorcycling; since 2014, he has been a certified instructor with the Pennsylvania Motorcycle Safety Program.

Bill holds FINRA Series 7 and 66 licenses, as well as his Pennsylvania Life, Accident, and Health Insurance license.

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Parker Marsh

Service Coordinator

Parker Marsh

parker@sequinox.com

Parker Marsh was born and raised in the Harrisburg area. He graduated from Camp Hill High School in 2010. He then went on to earn an Associate’s degree in Business Administration from Harrisburg Area Community College, and a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from Southeastern University in Lakeland, FL.

Parker began working in the financial services industry in the fall of 2016, and became a part of the Sequinox team in December of 2017. He currently holds his Series 7 and 66 licenses.

In his time away from the office, he enjoys outdoor activities and spending time with friends and family.

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Matthew J Lebo

Service Coordinator

Matt has been in the financial services industry since 2008 and brings a wide variety of experience to Sequinox. Matt is a central Pennsylvania native, and graduated from Cedar Crest High School in Lebanon, PA. He attended the University of Richmond and has a bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a finance concentration.

When Matt is not working, he enjoys traveling with his wife and children and exploring the outdoors. He also enjoys socializing with family and friends and playing or watching sports. Matt is an avid golfer and is hoping his young children develop his passion for the game.

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Kelly Weaver, FPQP™

Registered Executive Assistant

Kelly Weaver, FPQP™

kelly@sequinox.com

Kelly Weaver began her career at Sequinox in 2015 as a Registered Executive Assistant. She has over 20 years of experience in the financial industry and holds the FINRA Series 7 and Series 63 Licenses and the PA Life & Health Insurance Licenses.

Words to describe:

Organized
Honest

Favorite Things:

Watching my kids play sports
Being outdoors
Designing & Decorating
Pirates Baseball

Unfulfilled Dreams:

Learn to play a musical instrument
Hike the Appalachian Trail

Strengths:

Creative
Supportive

Perfect Day:

Relaxing by a mountain stream

Favorite foods:

Chocolate
Salads

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Teressa Beard

Executive Assistant

Teressa Beard

teressa@sequinox.com

Teressa Beard began her career at Sequinox in 2015. Prior to her role at Sequinox, she worked in the printing industry for 22 years in Customer Service. Teressa lives happily in Akron with her husband.

Words to Describe:

Organized
Quick-witted

Favorites Things to Do:

Spending time with good friends, family, husband and dog
Hiking
Camping
Traveling
Exploring new places

Unfulfilled Dreams:

Hiking the entire Appalachian Trail
Owning a cute little camper
Traveling across country by car

Things that Make Me Happy:

Untamed laughter of a child
Helping others

Favorite Desserts:

Chocolate cake with peanut butter icing straight from the refrigerator
Thick chocolate milk shake with ice crystals
Dark chocolate caramels sprinkled with sea salt

Favorite Foods:

Pasta
Mom’s Homemade Chicken Pot Pie

My Perfect Day:

Reading a good book on a sunny day at the beach or on a rainy day at the cabin

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Christine Wirbick

Communications Director

Christine Wirbick

christine@sequinox.com

Christine Wirbick began working at Sequinox in July 2015. Her role at Sequinox has evolved from simply planning client events to marketing and implementing new technology and helping improve our systems.

Christine’s back ground includes military service and 15 years as a registered nurse. She enjoys traveling, hiking, and spending time with her boys.

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Karin Harrison

Karin Harrison

karen@sequinox.com

Karin began her career at Sequinox in 2016. Previously worked as office manager for 17 years in the manufacturing industry. Karin also worked in customer service for 2 years in the service industry. She lives in Lititz and has two children.

Words to describe:

Easy going, organized and fun

Strengths:

Optimism

Things that make me happy:

Cooking, walking, sunny days

Unfulfilled dreams:

Travel to Europe or Hawaii

Favorite things to do:

DIY home projects, gardening, spending time with family and friends

Favorite foods:

Fruits, anything spicy