Brenna Paananen, CFP®, CIMA®

Brenna is a senior advisor associate in Wealthspire’s Beachwood, Ohio office. In her role, she assists lead advisors in providing comprehensive financial planning services to multi-generational families.

Brenna graduated from The University of Akron in 2019 with a dual degree in financial planning and financial management and began her career with predecessor firm Walden Wealth Partners shortly after graduation. Additionally, she is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER^® professional and holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst^® designation.

Outside of the office, Brenna works with The University of Akron’s Financial Planning department coaching students for financial planning competitions and volunteering in the capstone course. She was previously a board member of the Cleveland/Akron Society of Financial Service Professionals and has volunteered for various financial literacy events.

Brenna is originally from Geneva, Ohio and currently resides in Lakewood, Ohio. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and learning about new cultures, spending time with friends, and being with her cats, Pablo and Phoebe.

Previous Experience

• Wealth Advisor & Portfolio Strategist at Walden Wealth Partners 
• Wealth Management Associate at Walden Wealth Partners
• Financial Representative Intern at Northwestern Mutual

Education & Credentials

• BBA, University of Akron – Financial Planning 
• BBA, University of Akron – Financial Management 
• CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER^®
• Certified Investment Management Analyst^® (CIMA^®)

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Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board) owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER^®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States, which it authorizes use of by individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.

The Investments & Wealth Institute® (“Institute”) f/k/a Investment Management Consultants Association® (“IMCA®”) is the owner of the certification marks “CIMA®” and “Certified Investment Management Analyst®.” Use of CIMA®, and/or Certified Investment Management Analyst® signifies that the user has successfully completed the Institute’s initial and ongoing credentialing requirements for investment management professionals.