Our team

Team member
David Granner
MBA, CFP®, FIC
Wealth Advisor

David specializes in providing personalized, value-based dedicated planning services. Since 1991, he has served clients by listening first, then by presenting strategic and creative counsel. David's unique approach to collaboration allows him to care for and guide clients of COR Financial Group with expertise and integrity, in a trusting relationship. 

Married to his beloved wife, Susie, the couple has three grown children: Hans, Stefan and Josie. 

Summary of qualifications and expertise: 

  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM 
  • Bachelor of Business Administration, University of Michigan
  • Master of Business Administration, Eastern Michigan University 
  • More than $210 Million in managed account assets as of June 2022. 
  • Numerous industry awards, Top of the Cabinet-Million Dollar Round Table, Member of Thrivent Financial Pinnacle Leaders Group, repeatedly a top 10 Thrivent Financial representative nationally in sales of Life Insurance, Disability Income Insurance, Annuities, Managed Accounts, Long-Term Care, Total Production and Total Risk Business. 
  • Co-founder of Bethania Kids, a ministry to destitute children. 
States Licensed: AK, AR Insurance Lic. #969928, AZ, CA Insurance Lic. #0I44224, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MI, NC, NE, NH, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI

About David Granner

David specializes in providing personalized, value-based dedicated planning services. Since 1991, he has served clients by listening first, then by presenting strategic and creative counsel. David's unique approach to collaboration allows him to care for and guide clients of COR Financial Group with expertise and integrity, in a trusting relationship. 

Married to his beloved wife, Susie, the couple has three grown children: Hans, Stefan and Josie. 

Summary of qualifications and expertise: 

  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM 
  • Bachelor of Business Administration, University of Michigan
  • Master of Business Administration, Eastern Michigan University 
  • More than $210 Million in managed account assets as of June 2022. 
  • Numerous industry awards, Top of the Cabinet-Million Dollar Round Table, Member of Thrivent Financial Pinnacle Leaders Group, repeatedly a top 10 Thrivent Financial representative nationally in sales of Life Insurance, Disability Income Insurance, Annuities, Managed Accounts, Long-Term Care, Total Production and Total Risk Business. 
  • Co-founder of Bethania Kids, a ministry to destitute children. 
States Licensed: AK, AR Insurance Lic. #969928, AZ, CA Insurance Lic. #0I44224, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MI, NC, NE, NH, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI
Team member
Andrew Mortenson
ChFC®, FIC
Financial Consultant

Andrew believes everything we have is from the Lord and we are called to be stewards of those blessings. He prioritizes helping clients create tax efficient retirement, estate, and charitable strategies that address top concerns, such as: How do I make sure I don't outlive my money? How will we protect our family and assets from the potential of high healthcare costs in retirement? Once these and other concerns are addressed, Andrew shifts his focus to helping clients create a legacy plan that inspires them, answering similar questions to: How do we pass on not only our assets, but also our values?

Andrew believes strongly in collaboration and knows he would not have achieved his success without his family, teammates, and mentors. His mission is to inspire clients and other financial advisors to join him in creating a billion-dollar impact for charities.

Summary of qualifications and expertise:

Andrew has been in the financial services industry since 2008. He is a member of the Million Dollar Round Table’s (MDRT) Top of the Table, and has qualified each of the last 7 years.* He is the youngest inductee in Thrivent’s history to the Thrivent Charitable Hall of Honor.* Andrew is a Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) and sought after speaker in the areas of tax efficient retirement, estate, and charitable strategies. He has been a keynote speaker for Wisconsin’s WFIC convention, spoken multiple years at Thrivent’s Business Development Conference and is a Main Platform Speaker for MDRT’s 2024 Global Conference in Dubai.

States Licensed: AK, AR Insurance Lic. #9737357, AZ, CA Insurance Lic. #4319682, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, NC, NE, NH, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI

About Andrew Mortenson

Andrew believes everything we have is from the Lord and we are called to be stewards of those blessings. He prioritizes helping clients create tax efficient retirement, estate, and charitable strategies that address top concerns, such as: How do I make sure I don't outlive my money? How will we protect our family and assets from the potential of high healthcare costs in retirement? Once these and other concerns are addressed, Andrew shifts his focus to helping clients create a legacy plan that inspires them, answering similar questions to: How do we pass on not only our assets, but also our values?

Andrew believes strongly in collaboration and knows he would not have achieved his success without his family, teammates, and mentors. His mission is to inspire clients and other financial advisors to join him in creating a billion-dollar impact for charities.

Summary of qualifications and expertise:

Andrew has been in the financial services industry since 2008. He is a member of the Million Dollar Round Table’s (MDRT) Top of the Table, and has qualified each of the last 7 years.* He is the youngest inductee in Thrivent’s history to the Thrivent Charitable Hall of Honor.* Andrew is a Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) and sought after speaker in the areas of tax efficient retirement, estate, and charitable strategies. He has been a keynote speaker for Wisconsin’s WFIC convention, spoken multiple years at Thrivent’s Business Development Conference and is a Main Platform Speaker for MDRT’s 2024 Global Conference in Dubai.

States Licensed: AK, AR Insurance Lic. #9737357, AZ, CA Insurance Lic. #4319682, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, NC, NE, NH, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI
Team member
Peter Go
CFP®, ChFC®
Financial Advisor

As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM, Peter comprehensively analyzes your financial landscape by providing personalized recommendations to ensure you are well positioned to reach your goals. Peter’s personal concern for the client and vast financial knowledge inform his personalized care for each and every client. Peter co-chairs the COR Financial investment committee with Director of Investment Operations, Chris Pugh, CFA®.

When away from the office, Peter enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife, Grace, and son, Loken, and daughter Harvin. He is a former college athlete, and an avid baseball fan. He’s served as co-host of the Barrel Banter Podcast with his brother, David since 2020. Peter is involved in various local organizations including Kettlebrook Church, Family Promise of Washington County, and Ozaukee Christian School.

Summary of qualifications and expertise: 

  • CFP® (Certified Financial Planner®)
  • ChFC® (Chartered Financial Consultant®)
  • Bachelor of Science, Finance & Economics, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
  • Finance Committee Chair, Kettlebrook Church 
  • Board Member, Family Promises of Washington County
  • Finance Advisory Team Member, Ozaukee Christian School
States Licensed: CT, FL, IA, ID, IL, MD, MI, MN, NC, OR, SC, TX, WI

About Peter Go

As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM, Peter comprehensively analyzes your financial landscape by providing personalized recommendations to ensure you are well positioned to reach your goals. Peter’s personal concern for the client and vast financial knowledge inform his personalized care for each and every client. Peter co-chairs the COR Financial investment committee with Director of Investment Operations, Chris Pugh, CFA®.

When away from the office, Peter enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife, Grace, and son, Loken, and daughter Harvin. He is a former college athlete, and an avid baseball fan. He’s served as co-host of the Barrel Banter Podcast with his brother, David since 2020. Peter is involved in various local organizations including Kettlebrook Church, Family Promise of Washington County, and Ozaukee Christian School.

Summary of qualifications and expertise: 

  • CFP® (Certified Financial Planner®)
  • ChFC® (Chartered Financial Consultant®)
  • Bachelor of Science, Finance & Economics, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
  • Finance Committee Chair, Kettlebrook Church 
  • Board Member, Family Promises of Washington County
  • Finance Advisory Team Member, Ozaukee Christian School
States Licensed: CT, FL, IA, ID, IL, MD, MI, MN, NC, OR, SC, TX, WI
Team member
Chris Pugh
CFA®
Director of Investment Operations

With my Certified Financial Analyst designation, I use my experience and judgement to interpret current investment conditions when preparing for client appointments. I've graciously served clients along side of David Granner and COR Financial for over 18 years. Our team utilizes capital market expectations and develops strategic and tactical asset allocations in accordance with client goals and constraints. I also complete performance evaluations of client portfolios and maintain a broad knowledge base of domestic and international financial markets and asset classes.

I am married to Deborah and have two children: Alyssa and Bradley (Brad).

Summary of qualifications and expertise:

  • Certified Financial Analyst 
  • Bachelor of Science (Finance), Central Michigan University 
States Licensed: AZ, CO, FL, GA, IL, MI, NC, OH, SC, WI

About Chris Pugh

With my Certified Financial Analyst designation, I use my experience and judgement to interpret current investment conditions when preparing for client appointments. I've graciously served clients along side of David Granner and COR Financial for over 18 years. Our team utilizes capital market expectations and develops strategic and tactical asset allocations in accordance with client goals and constraints. I also complete performance evaluations of client portfolios and maintain a broad knowledge base of domestic and international financial markets and asset classes.

I am married to Deborah and have two children: Alyssa and Bradley (Brad).

Summary of qualifications and expertise:

  • Certified Financial Analyst 
  • Bachelor of Science (Finance), Central Michigan University 
States Licensed: AZ, CO, FL, GA, IL, MI, NC, OH, SC, WI
Team member
Molly Berner
Director of Administration

Molly oversees all the office operations which includes managing all administrative functions of our team and have done so for over 20 years. She cares deeply that we continually improve our systems to help you accomplish your goals in a timely manner and give your financial processes the extreme attention that they deserve. 

Molly is married to Craig, with two children: Emily and Noah. 

Summary of qualifications and expertise: 

  • Bachelor of Arts (Business Administration), Siena Heights University
  • Associate of Arts (Psychology), Siena Heights University 
States Licensed: MI, WI

About Molly Berner

Molly oversees all the office operations which includes managing all administrative functions of our team and have done so for over 20 years. She cares deeply that we continually improve our systems to help you accomplish your goals in a timely manner and give your financial processes the extreme attention that they deserve. 

Molly is married to Craig, with two children: Emily and Noah. 

Summary of qualifications and expertise: 

  • Bachelor of Arts (Business Administration), Siena Heights University
  • Associate of Arts (Psychology), Siena Heights University 
States Licensed: MI, WI
Team member
Robin Long
Office Professional

I oversee the customer experience from the initial contact to a client's first meeting with our team. Hospitality and great customer service are paramount and integral to the success of our practice, and our goal is to make you feel welcomed, empowered and cared for. We are here for you every step along the way.

I manage the office calendar and coordinate everyone's schedule to ensure your needs are met in a pleasant and timely manner. If you have a need or concern, I will also direct you to the appropriate team member which will be handled promptly. I coordinate and manage all team events as we continually strive to improve our communication, knowledge and build upon our strengths. We have a dedicated team and work very well together.  

I also manage the facility both inside and out. If you come into the office, I want your experience to be inviting, pleasant and safe. My passion for people has been a common thread throughout my life. I am relationship driven and appreciate engaging with others on many levels. I hope our interactions will leave you with a smile. 

I have two daughters, Caitilin and Skye; they and their families live in the Chicago area. They have blessed me with three beautiful grandchildren. 

Summary of qualifications and expertise: 

  • Associates in Business Administration, Cleary College 
  • Previously, I owned and operated two successful Curves for Women in Ann Arbor for 11 years. We were a strong community and supported and encouraged each other. A client once told me, my Curves felt like the exercise version of Cheers. I take considerable pride in my accomplishments and the presence we've had in the community at large. I cherish every friendship and connection I made along the way; it was life altering. 

About Robin Long

I oversee the customer experience from the initial contact to a client's first meeting with our team. Hospitality and great customer service are paramount and integral to the success of our practice, and our goal is to make you feel welcomed, empowered and cared for. We are here for you every step along the way.

I manage the office calendar and coordinate everyone's schedule to ensure your needs are met in a pleasant and timely manner. If you have a need or concern, I will also direct you to the appropriate team member which will be handled promptly. I coordinate and manage all team events as we continually strive to improve our communication, knowledge and build upon our strengths. We have a dedicated team and work very well together.  

I also manage the facility both inside and out. If you come into the office, I want your experience to be inviting, pleasant and safe. My passion for people has been a common thread throughout my life. I am relationship driven and appreciate engaging with others on many levels. I hope our interactions will leave you with a smile. 

I have two daughters, Caitilin and Skye; they and their families live in the Chicago area. They have blessed me with three beautiful grandchildren. 

Summary of qualifications and expertise: 

  • Associates in Business Administration, Cleary College 
  • Previously, I owned and operated two successful Curves for Women in Ann Arbor for 11 years. We were a strong community and supported and encouraged each other. A client once told me, my Curves felt like the exercise version of Cheers. I take considerable pride in my accomplishments and the presence we've had in the community at large. I cherish every friendship and connection I made along the way; it was life altering. 
Team member
Samantha Maddox
Associate

Samantha supports office operations and strives to ensure positive customer experiences. With a strong dedication to prioritizing clients, she places a great emphasis on enhancing financial literacy and customizing strategies to effectively achieve your goals. Her commitment to efficiency ensures that objectives are not only met but exceeded.

Outside of the office, Samantha enjoys embarking on road trips, hiking adventures, and strolling through farmers markets with her husband, Austin.

Summary of qualifications and expertise:

  • Bachelor of Arts (Early Childhood Education), The University of Toledo
  • Master of Arts (Educational Leadership), Central Michigan University
  • Passed Examinations: Series 7, Series 66, State of MI Resident Producer in Accident, Health, Life, and Variable Annuities

States Licensed: MI, WI

About Samantha Maddox

Samantha supports office operations and strives to ensure positive customer experiences. With a strong dedication to prioritizing clients, she places a great emphasis on enhancing financial literacy and customizing strategies to effectively achieve your goals. Her commitment to efficiency ensures that objectives are not only met but exceeded.

Outside of the office, Samantha enjoys embarking on road trips, hiking adventures, and strolling through farmers markets with her husband, Austin.

Summary of qualifications and expertise:

  • Bachelor of Arts (Early Childhood Education), The University of Toledo
  • Master of Arts (Educational Leadership), Central Michigan University
  • Passed Examinations: Series 7, Series 66, State of MI Resident Producer in Accident, Health, Life, and Variable Annuities

States Licensed: MI, WI