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Leif Mahler,

CFP®, CPWA®, CEPA® Private Wealth Advisor Senior Vice President, Investments

Leif aims to help his clients develop a financial plan and investment strategy that pursues their goals under different market environments, and brings clarity and confidence to their finances so they can focus on living their best lives. He prioritizes ongoing education to stay on the cutting edge of advising and providing clients with the most informed advice possible.

Before joining Raymond James, Leif served as a financial advisor for The Mahler Group of Wells Fargo Advisors. Prior to that, he was Director of Sales at DPL Energy Resources and regional sales manager at MC Squared Energy services. He holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Michigan, where he served as two-time co-captain of the varsity baseball team and won three Big Ten championships.

Originally from Columbus, Ohio, Leif lives in Dublin with his wife Samantha and their two children, Jonathan and Ryan. He serves on the St. Charles Preparatory School Endowment Board and plays golf whenever he can. He also enjoys hunting and fishing.


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