Our Team

Mike started his career with The Equitable of New York, now AXA. Since then, he’s worked as an entrepreneur, a CEO, and held various management positions at both public and private companies, as well as serving as mayor of a community and chairman of a bi-state regional planning commission.

Mike believes that developing meaningful relationships continues to be the key to mutual success. Helping people achieve their goals creates a very satisfying life for all concerned.

Mike has been married to his wife, Lori, for over 30 years. They have three sons and recently added a daughter-in-law. Two of their sons work in Denver and one will soon be in college. Mike and his family enjoy hiking, bicycling, golfing, they’re active in their church, and enjoy family gatherings.

I have been in the financial services business since 1983 when I sold my first life insurance policy. Working in the industry for over 40 years I have developed a passion for enhancing the financial health of my clients. In addition, I have developed financial expertise through years of experience and receiving the professional designations – CLU® and ChFC® from the American College of Financial Services. 

In 1998, I started Bettendorf Financial Group as an independent firm where I can put quality of service as one of our top priorities. I am proud that I have been able to serve my clients well and many of my clients have been with me for more than 30 years. As a business owner and Registered Principal for my firm, I receive great satisfaction from the trust and personal connection that I receive from our clients. 

My wife Sheila and I have been lifelong residents of the Quad Cities. We have two grown sons that are still in the area. Sheila and I enjoy traveling in our motor home, spending time in our second home in Colorado and as lifelong dog lovers we have dogs that keep us busy.

John is a Financial Advisor who serves clients’ Financial Planning and Investment Portfolio Management needs. He is also responsible for developing investment ideas and portfolios for advisors in both offices.

John is originally from Massachusetts and enjoys living with his wife and son in Bettendorf, Iowa. John and his wife are active in the bicycling community as volunteers, advocates, riders and occasional racers.