Shawn Russell
Shawn Russell grew up in the Chicago suburbs, and from a very young age, he developed an interest in the financial world. He began as an entrepreneur, creating and selling banners and stationery for his family & friends, through “Shawn’s Print Shop.” He then moved on to selling refreshments on a golf course near his home, and selling candy and gum to his friends at school. Shawn would even iron his money!
Upon graduation from high school, Shawn continued his education, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, from Western Illinois University. During his years in high school, and continuing through college, Shawn worked for his family business, purchasing materials for jobs via fax machine, while also working as a supervisor at a residence hall information desk. Upon graduation he continued with the family business, learning every aspect and building on his skills and knowledge, as well as assisting the company with ensuring the best contracts with outside vendors were established. Periodically he would meet with them to evaluate the contracts and ensure the business’s best interests were being met.
In his free time, he enjoys being outdoors, is an avid photographer and even has completed a few sprint Triathlons over the past few years! You will also find him catching the latest film at the movie theatre, he loves to travel, but most of all, enjoys hanging out with his wife Tiffany and his two daughters, Kaylee and Kaitlyn.
Working towards the best interests of those Shawn cares about and represents, is always at the forefront of everything he does. Shawn is no stranger to preparing for the future. In addition to his childhood entrepreneurship and working two jobs in college, he established college savings and life insurance plans for his two daughters at a young age.
To those who know Shawn, this would come as no surprise, as he truly demonstrates the definition of preparedness. Whether creating lists, researching ideas for individual client’s best interests, or planning for his own family’s future, he consistently strives to do what is best with the long term in mind. Shawn feels it is his responsibility to ensure that those he works with and cares about truly understand the importance of planning and securing their own future, and that of their families.
Placing your trust and financial future with Shawn Russell, with over 15 years of experience, means that you are gaining an expert who is knowledgeable in college planning, retirement planning, life insurance, and planning for individuals as well as business owners. He may work late into the night researching and working on your behalf to ensure your best interests are his top priority. You will be working with a person who truly cares and represents the true meaning of preparedness to ensure you are “On Target” to meet your future plans and dreams.