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Exit Planning & Financial Autonomy for Entrepreneurs with Chris Clepp | Financial Planner Search
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- Apr 30, 2026
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Summary
In this episode of Financial Planner Search, Chris Clepp, founder of Building Towards Wealth , shares his journey from entering the insurance industry on September 11, 2001, to managing a specialized wealth practice for Gen X and Gen Y business owners. Chris focuses on helping high-speed entrepreneurs decrease their "mental load" so they can focus on their highest and best use being a great parent, spouse, and founder. He discusses the critical need for proactive exit planning, the pitfalls of last-minute liquidity events, and why he prefers the concept of "autonomy" over "retirement". Chris outlines his values-first onboarding process, which involves a deep dive into a client's "end in mind" to ensure their money serves as a servant rather than a master. Takeaways Decreasing Mental Load: Delegating the "what ifs" to a professional so founders can focus on their business and family. Autonomy Over Retirement: Creating a financial engine that allows for flexibility and contentment rather than just stopping work. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Specializing in Gen X & Y Business Owners 01:11 Inspiration: Lessons from 9/11 and the 2008 Financial Crisis 04:36 Client Triggers: Liquidity Events and Business Transitions 08:50 Key Questions: Taxes, Valuation, and Exit Timing 13:00 Values & Approach: Choosing Autonomy and Contentment 17:07 Vision for the Future and Generational Planning 20:51 Behind the Scenes: Coordinated Strategy and Cadence 22:35 Process: 90-Day Values Discovery and Long-Term Roadmap 26:47 Guidance and Next Steps You can find them at: https://buildingtowardswealth.com/ If you are a financial advisor looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Wilnau Design at https://www.wilnaudesign.com/ #financialplanning #finance #financialplannersea…