Meet Our Livonia Branch

There’s no such thing as an unsolvable problem for Jesse VanValin! As President, CIO, & a Financial Advisor at OLV Investment Group, Jesse’s intense work ethic guides his relentless pursuit of solutions to the struggles we all face in making investment decisions. He channels his eagerness into researching and investigating companies, trends, and patterns in the market in order to provide the most suitable options for individual clients. Jesse works closely with each client’s retirement goals, seeking to deliver a workable, well thought out plan.Jesse’s varied career background as a carpenter, real estate agent, and property manager drives him to fight for the success of every man. He relates on a personal level with clients from all types of backgrounds, which fosters his attentive personal service. However, after pursuing various careers, Jesse found his niche when he graduated from the University of Michigan-Flint with a degree in finance in 2006. Shortly after, he joined Dean Oliver’s team. In 2012, Dean Oliver, Joel LaGore, and Jesse VanValin joined forces to create OLV Investment Group.Jesse and his wife Libby have three daughters, who have inherited his intensity and desire to excel at all they do. He and Libby are both active members at their local church. When he’s not managing client accounts and studying the markets, Jesse loves spending time with family, enjoying woodworking projects, and playing an occasional round of golf with friends.

In a word Scott Carty could be described as “ambitious.” He is driven by his honesty, integrity, work ethic, compassion, care and strong desire to constantly improve. Scott uses these traits to help his clients reach their goals, probing through their wants and needs, analyzing their investments and income to help them find the best path to their goals.After earning his degree from Rochester College in 2004, Scott worked in banking. He moved into the financial planning industry in 2007, and then owned his own financial planning firm before joining forces with OLV Investment Group in 2018. His experience in the financial realm and astute investment skills have been a great asset to the OLV team!Scott and his wife have four active children! He keeps busy coaching his kids’ soccer and basketball teams, and pushes his own athletic limits by participating in triathlons and marathons. He also stays involved in his church, NorthRidge Church in Plymouth, MI.

Daniel joined OLV in 2021 to align himself with a firm with values that matched his: *grace, growth, grit and generosity. His warm and witty interaction with people sets them immediately at ease and he uses these skills to help build long-term relationships and trust with each of his clients. His investment philosophy is that investing is a marathon and not a sprint —clients have a better chance of reaching their goals by taking things one day at a time.Daniel entered the financial and banking industry in 2004 after receiving his degree in finance from Central Michigan University. This experience allows him to build strategies that would help his clients reach their financial goals. “I am most passionate about identifying our clients’ needs and developing strategies and plans to help ensure they meet their goals,” said Daniel. “One of my strengths is developing open lines of communication and creating a level of comfort in which my client can feel like themselves.”Daniel has been married to his amazing wife, Megan, for nearly 20 years and has three energetic and fun-loving children: Kennedy, Liam and Hadley. They love spending time swimming, golfing, playing tennis and having fun on their trampoline. Walking the dog with Megan may be the activity he enjoys the most. The LaGores have lived in Macomb Township for nearly 20 years.

As a former small business owner, Spencer was inspired to shift careers into the financial services industry by a former client in the financial industry. Today, the shoe is on the other foot, as Spencer hopes to inspire the many retirees and pre-retirees, he is honored serve.

Spencer is a Financial Advisor & Client Relationship Specialist who can offer both investment and insurance products and services. He is passionate about helping clients with investing and tax efficiency. Spencer provides advisory assistance and case planning. He enjoys any opportunity he gets to meet face-to-face with clients and discuss their financial goals.

Spencer was born and raised in West Bloomfield, Michigan. He enjoys getting to work out and experiencing all things outdoors. Some of his favorite activities include hunting and archery. Spencer’s ambition for learning and growth makes him a great fit for OLV.