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True North Advisors is focused on building a trusting relationship with our clients and building a solid financial plan together. We take into account all of your wants and needs to make sure you do not miss out on anything you want to do!

Ronnie opened this office in 2007 as an estate planning and wealth management firm. Today he is as loyal, as driven, and as reliable of a financial professional as he has ever been. His overwhelming knowledge of the financial industry and dedication to each individual client helps him stand out among the rest.
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ronnie thompson,AIF®

Owner & Financial Advisor

Darcy has been Ronnie Thompson’s Executive Assistant since 2016 and manages our office. She has worked as an Investment Assistant for Retirement Planners since 2007.
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Darcy Wilbourn

Director of Operations & Executive Assistant

Steve has been advising clients since 2016 and collaborating with Ronnie since 2019. Coming from another firm and bringing with him decades of experience managing successful sales teams in the distribution industry, we are fortunate to have such a well-rounded goal-oriented advisor join our team.
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steve wilbourn, AIF®

Financial Advisor & Investment Analyst

James began his independent journey providing financial and insurance services in 2001 building his very own firm with utmost success.
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James J. Speir

Financial Advisor & Licensed Insurance Specialist

Ethan joined us anxious to be a driving force in kicking off our True North Insurance division in Sept 2024
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Ethan Wilbourn

Insurance Administrator

Dawn joined the True North Advisors team in January of 2023. She came to us with years of customer service experience in a fast-paced office in the insurance industry. She was a leader in her field with a natural desire to help get things done.
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dawn Strenzel

Client Service Administrator

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ronnie thompson

Owner & financial advisor

Ronnie opened this office in 2007 as an estate planning and wealth management firm. Today he is as loyal, as driven, and as reliable of a financial professional as he has ever been. His overwhelming knowledge of the financial industry and dedication to each individual client helps him stand out above the rest. Having advised through economic downturns, Ronnie’s experience, philosophy, and undeniable willingness to educate his clients every step of the way is the backbone of this office.

Ronnie married his wife, Kristy, in 2009 and together they are raising three amazing children: Esmie, Tobin, and Tye. Ronnie is a whole-hearted family guy. You’ll find them together riding bikes to get an ice cream cone, paddling kayaks down a river, and they even host movie nights in their backyard for all of their neighborhood friends.

Darcy Wilbourn

Director of Operations & Executive Assistant

Darcy has been Ronnie Thompson’s Executive Assistant since 2016 and manages our office. She has worked as an Investment Assistant for Retirement Planners since 2007. Darcy’s commitment to detail, amazing capacity to multitask proficiently and dedication to attentive and kind client communication lays the groundwork for our office atmosphere. She is qualified, skilled, and competent. She claims she fell into this career by chance and found it fit her perfectly. We’re just thankful she did!

Darcy and her husband, Steve, love traveling, the outdoors, and spending time in their backyard. Whenever possible, you will find their sons, Reid and Ethan, right beside them enjoying family gaming, mesmerized at a theater, taking in a picnic or concert in the park, getting fresh air off-roading through trails, or simply enjoying time together over dinner with friends.

steve wilbourn

financial advisor & Investment Analyst

Steve has been advising clients since 2016 and collaborating with Ronnie since 2019. Coming from another firm and bringing with him decades of experience managing successful sales teams in the distribution industry, we are fortunate to have such a well-rounded goal-oriented advisor join our team. He is not just willing to listen but is intuitive and understanding. Steve believes that a strong foundation to financial success begins with great relationships.

Steve met his wife, Darcy, in high school and together they have raised two successful outstanding young men. Steve is proud of the tight-knit family they are and enjoys the times they have trail riding, camping, and most anything outdoors.

James J. Speir

Financial Advisor & Licensed Insurance Specialist

James began his independent journey providing financial and insurance services in 2001 building his very own firm with utmost success. He has been providing safe, conservative retirement and estate plans ever since. His commitment to serve his clients and to be by their side when their life situation changes is unparalleled. This is why we were beside ourselves when he made the decision to join our team here at True North Advisors in 2024 bringing that passion of providing such attentive guidance for individuals and families who need to secure their financial future. James not only has a Personal Financial Planning Certificate from Oakland University but also holds Bachelor degrees in Psychology and Sociology and a Masters in Social Work. Notably, James currently maintains his social work license in the state of Michigan. He is also the Founder and President of the Senior and Caregiver Resource Network. As an engaged member in his community, and 2022 Citizen of the Year in Huntington Woods, there is where you will find him always active jogging, bicycling, and or at the gym. He and his wife, Tammy enjoy traveling in their down time and have raised two incredible sons.

Ethan Wilbourn

Insurance Administrator

Ethan joined us anxious to be a driving force in kicking off our True North Insurance division in Sept 2024. He came to us with a youthful ambition and confidence dedicated to becoming an Insurance Agent. He attended Washtenaw College which eventually lead him to follow his love for automobiles. After working in the auto industry for Porsche and successfully accumulating master technician certifications, Ethan chose to switch career paths and obtain his insurance licenses leaving his passion for cars to enjoy as his hobby.

When he isn’t with friends admiring each other's cars, you’ll find him enjoying the outdoors, riding the trails through the woods, on the golf course, or snowboarding. He loves spending time with his family and an occasional video game.

Dawn Strenzel

Client Service Administrator

Dawn joined the True North Advisors team in January of 2023. She came to us with years of customer service experience in a fast-paced office in the insurance industry. She was a leader in her field with a natural desire to help get things done. She prides herself in her dedication and willingness to go above and beyond to assist our clients. Dawn’s huge caring heart keeps the heartbeat of our office on pace.

Dawn resides in northern Michigan. She is extremely close to her son and daughter and is the proud grandparent of 3 amazing young boys. She loves the simple life and enjoys many crafts, especially painting. When she’s not crafting or in front of a canvas, you can bet she’s somewhere along Lake Michigan breathing in the fresh air.

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