Derek Prusa, CFA, CFP®
(616) 512-0213
derek@aspirewealthadvisory.com
Helping individuals achieve their unique, personalized goals and dreams through holistic financial planning and disciplined investment management is what drove me to co-found Aspire Wealth.
Prior to starting Aspire Wealth, I was a key employee at one of the fastest growing private companies in America (ranking as high as #10 on Inc. 500’s list), where I was in charge of managing over $3.8 billion in assets.
I have been a CFP® professional since 2015, a CFA Charterholder since 2016, and a certified investment nerd since I can remember. In 2015, I was also honored to be included in a 30 under 30 list, being named a young professional transforming the industry.
Family, both immediate and extended, is a priority for me. My wife and I have three young children and a dog. Together, we enjoy taking trips to the beach, watching sports, solving puzzles, and reading books.
Benjamin Webster, CFP®
(616) 512-0212
ben@aspirewealthadvisory.com
Growing up in a small town, I’ve always found comfort in close, personal relationships. This drives my passion for working with individuals and families to provide them with the clarity and holistic strategies necessary to achieve their goals. I understand the importance of developing a wealth roadmap that not only conveys purpose but allows for peace of mind.
I have had the pleasure of working in various roles within the financial industry. In that time, I’ve found great value in my experiences which inspired me to co-found Aspire Wealth. In doing so, this allows for the freedom and flexibility to be a fiduciary and ensure we’re always putting our client’s best interest above all else.
I became a Certified Financial Planner™ professional in 2018 and have experience in multiple areas of financial planning, including but not limited to: estate, tax, retirement, investment and insurance planning.
Outside of the office, I enjoy outdoor activities including snowboarding, golf, and water sports. I enjoy spending my time cooking and trying new local dining options. Currently, I reside in the Greater Lansing area which allows me to remain close to friends and family.
Andrew VanDerSchaaf, CPA
(616) 512-0211
andrew@aspirewealthadvisory.com
Having spent the last seven years coaching and training hundreds of financial advisors across the country, I was able to gain a unique vantage point of the industry. Not only understanding where many may fall short, but more importantly, how best to deliver smart, affordable financial advice.
Being able to take this unique perspective and apply it to individual client situations to help them find financial peace is a big reason why I joined the team at Aspire.
In addition to holding my Series 65 license, I am a licensed public accountant, having cut my teeth in the finance world at one of the largest CPA firms in the country.
Aside from my practice, family is my world. Our three little ones certainly keep my wife and I on our toes, but I wouldn’t change a thing.
Curtis Wells, CFP®
(616) 512-0214
curtis@aspirewealthadvisory.com
My favorite thing about being a financial planner is helping simplify all the confusing financial jargon that often times comes with retirement. It’s an awesome responsibility to help clients navigate their retirement and being there every step of the way in their journey.
Fortunately, I have had the opportunity to work in several roles in the financial industry that have allowed me to gain a lot of different skills and perspectives for retirement planning. I became a Certified Financial Planner™ in 2020 that has given me a wide range of knowledge and expertise in multiple areas of financing planning, including: estate, tax, retirement, investment, and insurance planning.
Aside from work, my wife, Alaina, and I are active members and volunteers at our church. We have a daughter, Chandler Rose, who was born on Halloween Day 2021. As a family, we love to spend as much time as we can outside. We love camping, traveling, and enjoying the beaches west Michigan has to offer.
