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Chad L. Burch, CFP®, serves as a Partner and Investment Adviser Representative at Phillips Financial in Fort Wayne, IN, where he specializes in employee benefits strategy, financial planning, and risk management for corporate clients. In his current role, he provides oversight on the design, implementation, and ongoing management of health and welfare benefit programs, focusing on sectors such as healthcare, pharmacy benefits, wellness initiatives, and actuarial risk analysis.
With over two decades at Phillips Financial, Chad has held multiple leadership positions, including President of Phillips Benefits Advisors, LLC, and has a longstanding track record advising clients on regulatory compliance, benefits administration, and financial/utilization risk management. His expertise extends to helping organizations streamline HR processes, manage legal and compliance risks, and structure group insurance solutions tailored to mid-sized and large businesses.
Chad earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Indiana University Bloomington and holds the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation. Recognized for his client-focused approach, Chad has contributed significantly to the firm's growth and the evolving landscape of group benefits consulting, establishing Phillips Financial as a leader in strategic employee benefit advisory services throughout Indiana.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phillips Financial - Employee Benefits | Partner | Feb 2004 to Present | We help companies, both for profit and not for profit, establish and consistently execute retirement plans that help their employees achieve their retirement dreams. |
| Phillips Financial - Employee Benefits | Advisor | Feb 1995 to Present | Advisor to company sponsored qualified retirement plans, including; 401K, profit sharing, safe harbor, age weighted, new comparability. Services include, investment advisory, plan design consultation,... |
| Phillips Financial - Employee Benefits | President - Phillips Benefits Advisors, LLC | Feb 2004 to Dec 2020 | — |
| Lincoln Financial Advisors | Registered Representative | Aug 1988 to Feb 1995 | — |
| NCR Corporation | Account Manager | Jun 1984 to Jul 1988 | Account Manager, Financial Systems Division, where I was responsible for selling ATM's and on-line teller terminals to banks and savings and loans. |
| Huntington National Bank | Credit Analyst | Jun 1983 to Jun 1984 | Analyzed the financial statements of potential customers looking to borrow through the commercial loan officers of the bank and prepared credit analysis for loan committee meetings. |
Education
Indiana University Bloomington
Bachelor of Science, Finance
1979 — 1983
Skills & Expertise
Others at Phillips Financial Management, LLC (2)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Managing Partner | Fort Wayne, IN , United States | |
| Partner | Carmel, IN , United States |
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