Meet Brent
Brent is a Partner at Mercer Advisors, based in Springfield, Missouri. He joined Mercer Advisors in 2022 through the acquisition of Heim, Young & Associates which he built and ran since 2004. Prior to working as a wealth advisor, Brent served as an officer and hospital administrator in the U.S. Air Force, as well as the director of operations for Precision Stainless/ITT Industries.
Brent received a B.S. degree from the U.S. Air Force Academy and a MBA from Drury University. He credits his career in the Air Force with instilling a mindset and culture of service in his life that continues to be the focus in his current career.
Brent’s specialties
At Mercer Advisors, all of our wealth advisors provide a highly personalized approach, backed by a team of specialists that ensure every part of your financial list is addressed. Additionally, Brent has focused experience in these areas:
- Planning for retirement, from high-earning years to long-term income strategies
- Multi-generational planning that aligns with your values and minimizes tax impact
- Support for business owners, from growth and succession to liquidity events and legacy planning
- Guiding clients through living in retirement with steady income and smart planning
- For business owners, advice on selling your business to help maximize value — and plan what comes next
His working style
Brent partners with individuals and families to help them worry less about their financial lives. Through comprehensive financial and tax planning, he strives to help clients keep more of what they have worked hard to save to ensure and successful and comfortable retirement.
Brent in real life
What keeps you busy outside of work?
I enjoy spending time with my wife and three children.
How do you give back?
During my career, I have served on more than 20 boards and committees for nonprofit organizations in Southwest Missouri.
Any words you try to live by?
Integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all you do.
Meet Brent’s Teammates
Nick McDowell
Wealth Advisor
What Brent Says
Nick is the ultimate professional who strives each day to help others.
Haylie Shoemaker
Client Service Specialist
What Brent Says
Haylie’s charming personality, combined with her attention to detail, makes her a client favorite on our team.
Stacy Strawn
Sr. Client Service Specialist
What Brent Says
Stacy is unmatched when it comes to taking care of our clients with professional and personal care.
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