Christopher Swan, CFP®

Retire With Swan

Founder | Retirement CFO

Large Wealth Management Firms

Worked as a licensed financial advisor with several nationally recognized wealth management firms.

Financial Advisor

AT&T

Leadership Development Program

LeafHouse Financial

Associate

Texas A&M International University

Graduate Assistant

Killam Development

Intern

In 2010, I started my career in financial services.

Making phone calls for independent advisors in Austin, TX, I quickly found myself drawn to the work.

By 2014, I was a licensed financial advisor, learning the ropes at firms like Edward Jones, Merrill Lynch, and Charles Schwab.

Over the years, I helped people at every stage of life:

Those just starting out.
Those at the end of their journey, focused on legacy.

And everyone in between.

Through it all, I prayed.
Prayed for God to guide me toward the most purposeful work I could do.

Eventually, it became clear—
My biggest impact would be helping people prepare for, transition into, and live in retirement.

By creating secure, reliable plans, I could help people:
Feel confident.
Transition comfortably.
And focus on what matters most: faith, family, fitness, fun, and fulfillment.

That’s why I founded Retire With Swan.

We don’t just focus on numbers.
We focus on people.

To make the retirement journey easier, faster, and more transformational,
I crafted the Swan Song System and GRACE Framework.

These systems simplify the complexities of retirement planning.
They help you clarify your goals, protect your income, and build a roadmap to peace of mind.

If you’re strategically thinking about your retirement, I’d love to help.

And remember:
It’s never too late—or too early—to better plan your exit.

Founder & CEO

Christopher Swan, CFP®, MBA

Kenny Ripkowski

LED Inspirations

Regional Sales Manager

The Hidden Profit, LLC

The Hidden Profit works within a company’s current infrastructure to help the leadership identify areas of improvement.  With a fresh set of eyes and a practical approach, we are able to propel a business to a path of higher profits.

Director & Principal Consultant

Insperity

Launched, developed, implemented, and analyzed Strategic/Corporate Development technologies and processes. Scoped, maintained, and proactively managed the tools, training, and reporting on all facets of the corporate development process for internal stakeholders and team members to increase positive M&A deal evaluation from PE partners.

Director Corporate Development

Kenny Ripkowski has spent over two decades partnering with businesses in Houston, Texas. He employed a servant leadership approach to help more than 2,500 companies achieve increased productivity and profitability. He worked with business leaders nationwide to identify opportunities for organizational success through proven employment strategies and business services, with a focus on redirecting management from administrative burdens to exceeding company objectives.  Kenny has equipped business leaders with systematic and strategic approaches to employee management, enabling them to boost business performance.

Certified Business Performance Advisor

CHRISTIAN BUSINESS FELLOWSHIP

Christian Business Fellowship (CBF) was created as a mutually-beneficial forum for business leaders. At CBF, you will learn from business experts, counsel with wise business leaders, and share your business experience. While there are many trade associations and coaching services, CBF delivers a unique mix of member benefits designed to equip, empower, and energize each member while building vibrant communities of business leaders at the local, national, and international levels.

Christian Business Fellowship is a 501c3 not-for-profit organization. 

To find a chapter near you or inquire about starting a chapter, visit our website: www.christianbusinessfellowship.org.

President - Houston Chapter

Ricoh Americas Corporation

Senior Strategic Solutions Consultant

Hello there! I'm Kenny Ripkowski, and I'm on a mission to bring strategy, problem-solving, and a touch of creativity to business. Picture this: a room with a whiteboard, colored markers, and Post-it notes – that's my playground for crafting strategic solutions.

With a passion for diving into challenges head-on, I specialize in unraveling complexities and turning them into streamlined strategies. Whether it's mapping out the next big move or untangling intricate issues, I thrive on being the analytical thinker you need in the room.

But it doesn't stop there. I'm not just the "whiteboard dork"; I'm also the face of the organization you want to represent you in the community. From networking lunches and conferences to golf tournaments and trade shows, you'll find me seamlessly bridging the gap between strategic thinking and community engagement.

With over 20 years of experience in business consulting, I've honed my skills in problem-solving and strategic planning. Imagine having someone who not only envisions the big picture but also knows how to paint it with the vibrant colors of success.

I'm ready to be your strategic partner, problem-solving aficionado, and friendly face connecting your organization with the community. Looking forward to being the creative force behind your success!

I am a native Houstonian who is passionate about my family.  My wife and I have 4 amazing children and sometimes feel like we are catching confetti with a butterfly net.   While two loads of laundry a day are the norm -- we would not trade our life of structured chaos for anything.  When I am not shuttling kids between football/soccer/scouts/choir/school/church – you might find me on the pickleball court in Cypress.

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