BEACON WEALTH GROUP - Key Persons


Anthony Essian - Founder

Job Titles:
  • Founder
  • CEO Beacon Wealth Group Investment Executive, Raymond James
Tony is the founder of Beacon Wealth Group. With over 25 years of investment experience, he brings a wealth of knowledge to the team. Tony values family, friends, church and community. He has a "servants' heart" which is demonstrated by his service on many local boards including Community Mental Health, Bridge Builders Advisory, Sanborn Gratiot Memorial Home, and SONS. Tony married his prom date, Sandy, more than 35 years ago. They have 2 children, David and Lindsey, 1 son in law, Evan, and two beautiful grandchildren, Aubrey and Bennett. In his spare time, he likes to travel and spend time with family and friends.

Dan Krauskopf

Job Titles:
  • CFO, CFP®, MSF Beacon Wealth Group Investment Executive, Raymond James
Originally from Clinton Township, MI Dan graduated from Saginaw Valley State University and obtained his master's degree from Walsh College in financial planning. Dan earned the professional designation of Certified Financial Planner Practitioner in 2014. Dan teaches personal finance at Saint Clair Community College. He also is involved with Marysville lunch buddy program and the United Way on the citizens review board. Away from the office, Dan enjoys spending time with his wife Lindsay, daughter Juliet, and son Elijah. He is also an avid sports fan especially enjoying the game of baseball. Go Tigers!

Evan West

Job Titles:
  • COO Beacon Wealth Group Investment Executive, Raymond James
Evan began his career as a public-school teacher and uses this passion to teach and help our clients with their Financial Planning needs. Evan grew up in Marysville and now lives here with his wife, Lindsey, and two young children, Aubrey and Bennett. Being a part of the community is important to Evan, as he is a member of the Marysville Rotary and is the head coach the Marysville Vikings Varsity Hockey team. When not at the office, Evan can be found spending time with family, playing golf, or coaching and officiating hockey.

Raymond James

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Rhonda Andrews

Job Titles:
  • Director of Client Services
Rhonda has been with Beacon Wealth Group for 9 years, assisting clients and helping our team provide quality service to everyone. Rhonda brings a vast knowledge of the ever-changing industry and makes sure the clients have what they need when they walk in the door. She has one son, Jordan, and a dog named Buddy that keeps her busy. Rhonda really values family time, and can be found spending time with her mom and sisters when she's not at the office.

Tamra Barber

Job Titles:
  • Director of First Impressions
Tamie's smiling face is what our clients are greeted with when they walk in the door. She is the scheduling coordinator and goes well out of her way to make sure everyone feels comfortable at all times, whether it be over the phone or in the office. Tamie is married with two grown children, Katie and Keith. Tamie and her husband, Brent, enjoy spending time with their family in the great outdoors. Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CFP®, Certified Financial Planner™, CFP® (with flame design) and CFP® (with plaque design) in the U.S., which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board's initial and ongoing certification requirements.