Our Team
Wealth Management Advisor
John Park
Wealth Management Advisor
Tom Craner
Tom has been integral in the formation and implementation of crucial new technology and analysis strategies; as well as bringing his attention to detail, proclivity for thorough research, and exceptional client relation skills with him. Tom lives in Salt Lake City with his wife and is planning to have his first child in the near future.
Wealth Management Advisor
Alex Craner
Chief Compliance Officer
Jeff Draper
Jeff has an extensive background in compliance, retirement plans, investments, financial planning, and relationship management. Prior to joining Strategic Planning Group, Jeff worked with another local advisory firm providing retirement and investment guidance to clients. Jeff has also worked as a securities examiner for the Utah Division of Securities and has provided compliance consulting services to several advisory companies.
Jeff enjoys traveling, swimming, cooking, coding, and playing video games. Jeff is always on the lookout for the next adventure that he can enjoy with his wife, his three kids, and his dog.
Insurance & Legal Coordinator
Jackie O'Shea
Jackie has strong across-the-board administrative experience and emphasizes client service. She has previous experience in inventory control, warehousing and logistics at Clearpoint Logistics, HUB Group, WOW Logistics and Utah Jazz. She is an honest and dedicated team member.
Jackie has a love of animals, particularly dogs and horses. She is very creative and enjoys crafting, knitting and baking, and especially loves Halloween and the fall season. Family and friends are very important to her. She is married and has two children.
Communications Director
Heather Cunningham
Heather’s life centers around her family. There’s nothing she would rather do more than spend time with her husband and three kids. She enjoys reading, camping, hiking, and simply just being in the mountains.
Client Services Representative
Kelsie Hanks
Kelsie is a dedicated and hardworking member of our client support team. Her level of focus and attention to detail are truly impressive. She thrives in an environment where she can get to know and appreciate the clients she serves.
At a young age, Kelsie moved to Hawaii and developed a love for the ocean and mountain terrain. She always looks for an excuse to surf, hike, camp, and enjoy nature. She’s now back home in Utah and continues to enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle.
Operations Specialist
Angeleah Jensen
With several years of customer service experience and a background in banking, Angeleah has been a great addition to our team. Attention to detail and a good work ethic are integrated into her character. She is dedicated to delivering the best customer service possible and she genuinely cares about our valued clients. Angeleah is currently working on a Business Management degree.
Being with family and those she loves are very important to her. Angeleah and her husband are excited to be welcoming a baby into their family this year. She also enjoys camping, boating, and playing lacrosse with her dog. Angeleah is very easy going and can handle anything thrown her way.
Client Services Representative
Maribel Ortiz
Maribel has always demonstrated impeccable efficiency and attention to detail. Several years of experience in loan processing made her a natural fit for Strategic Planning Group. Maribel’s finesse for working hard to produce successful results shines through in every interaction with clients. She enjoys helping everyone around her and she is a cohesive, valuable part of our team.
Growing up locally made Maribel fully appreciate the quality and adventures Utah has to offer. She enjoys boating, hiking, and travel as part of her adventurous lifestyle, and playing soccer and volleyball regularly appeals to her competitive nature. Spending time with family and friends is an important part of her life, and they motivate her intrinsic excellence.
Client Services Representative
Fran Paxton
From an early age, Fran knew that service to others was going to be a big part of her life. Before coming on board at Strategic Planning Group, she worked as a CNA and Medication Technician in a memory care unit. Her experience taught her the power of teamwork and informs her ambition for excellence, integrity, and dedication to our clients. She is pursuing a degree in business administration and attends class after work to build her skills in client service.
When not at work, Fran can be found helping out at her husband’s local auto shop, or dual-sport motorcycle riding on the trails and back roads of Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming.
Client Services Representative
Becky Park
Becky has a diverse background in education, office management, and administration. Before coming on board with us, she was most recently in facility management for the United States Embassy in Canada. Interacting with clients is one of Becky’s favorite parts of her work. Her problem-solving skills and tenacity are invaluable to our firm.
Throughout the year, Becky can be found hiking, biking, or skiing. Her passion for traveling compliments her love for the outdoors. These activities are even better with her two children and husband of 25 years. Becky is an amazing cook, as everyone who knows her will attest. She also loves to read, and enjoys a wide range of literature, from classics like Gone with The Wind to modern sci-fi books.
Client Services Representative
Amy Deitsch
Amy is well-versed in building customer relationships. With a background in finance, event planning, and healthcare, Amy knows how to recognize the most important part, the people. She has gained a lot of her experience while working at Walt Disney World, Get Away Today, and Goldman Sachs. Her attention to detail and problem-solving skills are a huge asset to Strategic Planning Group.
Some of Amy’s hobbies include spending her free time boxing and exploring new cities with her husband. She also enjoys hiking, watching old movies, and going to the theatre.