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Troy,
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Boutique Wealth Planning in Troy, MI

At the RWA Wealth Partners office in Troy, our team of professionals are committed to providing personalized advanced wealth planning, investment management, estate planning and tax planning, preparation and filing. Drawing on our diverse range of skills and experiences, we offer tailored solutions to address your unique financial situation. It is our mission to provide smart, seamlessly orchestrated solutions to help you prosper. Meet the people who are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals.

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707 E. Maple Road, Suite 101
Troy, MI 48083

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MEET THE TEAM IN TROY

At RWA Wealth Partners, we believe that wealth is human. Your team of professionals care deeply about you and your needs. We look forward to crafting customized plans that help you achieve your financial goals while enjoying all that life brings.

Wealth Advisor

Ryan Drews
Senior Relationship Manager

Vanessa Carter-Witt

Wealth Advisor

Ryan Drews

Ryan Drews serves as a wealth advisor at RWA Wealth Partners. Ryan has more than 18 years of industry experience working with clients on customized financial planning and investment management solutions. In his role, he meets with current and potential clients to discuss investment philosophy and process; develops and implements each of his clients’ investment objectives; and provides ongoing portfolio recommendations based on market environment, tax considerations and targeted financial goals.


Prior to joining the firm in 2023, Ryan held positions with several firms, including director of investments and financial planning at Carrera Capital Advisors and vice president, financial consultant with Charles Schwab. Ryan also spent over six years with Fidelity Investments as a vice president, financial consultant.


Ryan earned his doctorate in business administration in finance from Liberty University, where he focused on behavioral finance. Additionally, he holds an MBA and MSF from Walsh College and also earned a B.A. in economics from Oberlin College. Ryan is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional.


In his free time, Ryan enjoys spending time with his wife, son and three daughters, as well as coaching in local sports leagues for his kids. He also teaches graduate-level coursework in finance at Walsh College.


The fact that an employee holds a particular designation or credential does not guarantee that a specific investment-related result will be achieved; nor does such protect against loss of investment principal. For more information on credentials please refer to the Professional Credentials page on this website.

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Senior Relationship Manager

Vanessa Carter-Witt

Vanessa Carter-Witt is a senior relationship manager at RWA Wealth Partners. Vanessa works closely with our wealth advisors, investment team, tax professionals and estate planners to design and implement comprehensive and customized solutions tailored to each client’s unique financial needs and long-term goals. She also has a particular interest in helping clients navigate the complexities of aging in place and has earned the Certification for Long-Term Care designation.


Prior to joining the firm in 2017, Vanessa worked for Everhart Advisors as a retirement plan services specialist and assisted clients with 401(k) fee reviews and plan transitions. Previously, she was a registered representative with Mid Atlantic Capital Company.


Vanessa graduated from the University of Dayton with a B.S. in finance. She obtained her CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® designation and holds the Certification for Long-Term Care credential.


Vanessa is an Ohio native but currently resides in Canton, MI. She enjoys spending time with her wife and twin boys.


The fact that an employee holds a particular designation or credential does not guarantee that a specific investment-related result will be achieved; nor does such protect against loss of investment principal. For more information on credentials please refer to the Professional Credentials page on this website.

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