Our Story

A Note from Our Founders — John & Matt

Some stories begin with a defining moment in time, a new discovery or a realization that change is necessary to succeed. Our story started with a dash of each.

After years of working as independent financial planners, we were inspired by the teachings of Philip Palaveev, author of The Ensemble Practice. We discovered that, in an industry where isolation and individualism is the norm, we could be stronger for our clients together. Despite working together for 10 years and relying on each other’s breadth of financial knowledge, we realized that clients would benefit from a partnership where the goals were aligned, diversity was celebrated, and objectivity was paramount.

CandorPath is an ensemble financial planning practice with the intent to provide advice-based solutions for a vast range of financial services, maintain a disciplined approach to objectivity and honesty, and equip clients with the knowledge they need to achieve their version of financial success.

Made up of two CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERS™, an Enrolled Agent and a Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA®), CandorPath Financial provides services to help clients in all phases of their lives. We value honesty, removing all conflicts of interest, and we charge clients a clear, fair fee for our services. We have learned many things in our combined 60 years in the financial services industry. Our biggest lesson? Collaboration is the key to your success.

That’s our story; how can we help write yours?

Sincerely,

Meet the Ensemble Behind Our 'Ensemble Approach'

John Kennedy, CFP®

Partner & Senior Wealth Advisor

Matthew Marcoux, CFP®, EA

Partner & Senior Wealth Advisor

Megan Glass

Director of Operations

Michael Scott, CFA®

Director of Retirement Planning

Rainah Fitzgerald

Client Services Specialist

Mackindsay Herbert

Client Services Specialist - Tax

John Kennedy, CFP®

Partner & Senior Wealth Advisor

As Co-Founder, John’s passion is driven by a deeply-rooted desire to help others. While pursuing his education at the University of Central Florida, he decided exactly how he was going to align his passion with his profession. Immersing himself in the world of financial planning, John has spent over a decade motivating others toward their vision for financial success.

Graduating with honors, John earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Business with a focus in Finance and later achieved the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation. He also holds insurance and real estate licenses. His desire for continual growth and development eventually led to a specific emphasis in helping clients integrate Medicare and Social Security planning decisions into their financial life goals.

A family man at his core, outside of the office John loves spending his time with wife, Jaclyn, and children, Ella and Hudson. He also enjoys fitness, which includes running 5k’s with his dog, Chipper, named for Chipper Jones of his beloved Atlanta Braves.

Matthew Marcoux, CFP®, EA

Partner & Senior Wealth Advisor

From an early age, Matt knew he wanted to do something that made a positive impact on the lives of other people. His innate interest in dissecting and understanding how things work, coupled with his passion for finance provided a clear path for what has become a very fulfilling career. He truly believes we as people rise by lifting others and approaches each unique client situation with the desire to do just that.

After earning his Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from the University of Central Florida and achieving the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation, Matt began his career in the financial industry with an emphasis in tax planning and retirement planning. With more than two decades of experience, Matt co-founded CandorPath Financial with the vision of continuing to learn and help clients achieve financial security and success within an ensemble practice. Most recently, Matt passed the three part IRS Special Enrollment Examination (E.A.) and has earned the privilege of representing clients before the Internal Revenue Service.

Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is one of Matt’s principle beliefs. When he is not working, Matt can be found fishing or boating throughout the beautiful Florida coast with his wife, Lauren, and their two sons, Bryce and Rylan. He also enjoys cheering on the UCF Knights as a long-time football season ticket holder. Charge On!

Megan Glass

Director of Operations

Megan has been planning successful events for more than 15 years in the Central Florida Area. She is an expert in customer service and easy to work with. People often refer to Megan as honest (maybe too honest!), responsive, organized, creative, dependable, trustworthy and down to earth.

Megan has a Bachelor’s of Science in Communication with a concentration in Training and Development from Western Carolina University, Go Cats! As a Central Florida native she has experience working with homebuilders, non-profits, theme parks, telecommunications and, of course, financial planners.

When not working with customers or planning events Megan enjoys playing games or lounging by the pool with her husband, Michael, and daughter, Avery.

Michael Scott, CFA®

Director of Retirement Planning

Michael’s passion and curiosity for financial markets began during the Great Recession in 2009. While a global financial crisis may deter some from wanting to get involved in the industry, it ignited a fire in Michael to pursue a career where he could help families take control of their financial futures through wise investing and detailed planning.

After graduating from Florida Southern College in Lakeland with a degree in Business Administration, Michael continued his education at FSC by receiving his MBA. He elevated his financial career by earning the prestigious Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA®) designation, joining a global community of 155,000 investment management professionals dedicated to upholding the highest professional standards, cultivating strong and fair investment markets, and putting investors first.

With nearly a decade of portfolio management and financial planning experience, Michael strives to empower clients by providing them with the tools they need to make sound financial decisions.

A Florida native, Michael is a diehard Miami Hurricanes fan. When he’s not watching college football, he enjoys traveling with friends. He is also an avid runner with a love for fitness.

Rainah Fitzgerald

Client Services Specialist

As the Client Services Specialist, Rainah is well versed when it comes to delivering quality service to clients and helping along with the administrative tasks. Her main goal is to serve and help to whoever may need it, and making processes swift for anyone.

Rainah graduated from Polk State College with her Bachelors in Business Administration (BAS). She is positive that CPF will bring her more knowledge within the scope of Business, and even more so, finances.

Rainah is a proud Lakelander, and outside of work hours you can usually find her at the gym, Universal, or at home watching new movies/tv shows with her husband, Patrick and cat, Levi. Rainah is a fellow foodie that loves trying new restaurants and traveling to new places (to of course try new foods)! Rainah also uses her spare time to serve with Younglife Polk County where she gets the privilege to walk alongside and do life with high school girls.

Mackindsay Herbert

Client Services Specialist - Tax

Mackindsay is ready for anything, which means she’s learned to expect the unexpected in life — and finance! — and as our Client Services Tax Specialist, she is up to the task. With a background in Real Estate, she has experience providing quality service and communication that our clients have come to expect.

Mackindsay graduated from Polk State College with her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration (BAS). She’s excited to grow in the financial services field and is confident that she can help our clients, no matter the challenge.

Outside of work, you can usually find Mackindsay binge-watching one of her favorite tv shows or having a movie marathon with her husband, Jake. She is a homebody, so you can almost always expect her to have a night in with her family with an occasional ice cream trip to Andy’s. She also enjoys exploring new restaurants or laying out by the pool.