Jake Heikkinen
CEO/President
"It has been my passion to provide strategic, professional consultation to individuals, business owners, and professional organizations focused on wealth protection, preservation and growth."
Jake holds a bachelors degree in Economics, Communications and Psychology from the University of Michigan (2000) and enjoys traveling with family as well as competing in ice hockey and golf in his free time.
Hollie Heikkinen
CFO/Founder
"It can be uncomfortable at times to think about tomorrow, but we know it always comes".
Since 2008, Hollie has been working closely with clients to truly understand what their preferred pathway to tomorrow looks like, and to clearly understand the vision for each client’s unique destination for their company, their employees and for themselves. Hollie is a licensed Property/Casualty and Life/Health Agent in all 50 states and enjoys traveling, music and spending time with her family outside of work.
Makena Barron
Client Care Specialist
Makena has been an asset to our team at Strive Financial since 2015. She was born and raised in Fowlerville and now resides here in Howell. She is a mother of two busy boys and enjoys spending most of her time outside of work out on her boat, camping, and most of all just spending time with family.
Rachael Schumaker
Client Care Specialist
Rachael joined The Strive Financial team in April 2019. She comes to us with an insurance background of 5+ years. She was born and raised in South Lyon, Michigan and currently resides here in Howell Michigan. Rachael is a Central Michigan University Alumni, FIRE UP CHIPS! She is a mother of 3 very active boys. They are all very involved in sports so she spends most of her free time on the sidelines cheering!
Jeff Kropoda
Advisor
Jeffery Kropodra is well known for his attention to detail and his commitment to client satisfaction. He is a trustworthy, family man who does everything in his power to ensure his clients' happiness.
His extraordinarily loyal clients, personal referrals and repeat business, have formed a solid foundation of knowledge and superiority. Jeffery’s goal is to make the insurance process simple and smooth for everyone. Jeffery does not rest until he knows his client’s needs are met!
Jeff Kavanaugh
Advisor
Jeffery Kavanaugh is well respected in our field, not only for his unparalleled track record and high ethical standards but for being an honest, hard-working man who does everything in his power to ensure his clients' success. Jeff's clients receive the utmost care and knowledge, that is above and beyond our competitors.