Eleanore K. Szymanski, CFP ® (Elly), the Founder and Principal of EKS Associates, began her financial planning practice in 1983, following several years of experience in the business and accounting fields. Dating back to 1996, Elly has received a variety of professional awards and recognitions for her work. Most recently, she’s been recognized as a 2024 Five Star Wealth Manager (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2023, and 2024). She’s also been selected by Worth magazine as one of the “Top 250 Wealth Advisors in the United States,” and included in Medical Economics magazine’s annual “Financial Advisers for Doctors” listing. In addition to serving clients, Elly shares her