Board of Directors

Brian Newman joined the Board of Directors in June 2016. Mr. Newman has served on the Finance committee, Board Renewal subcommittee, Planned Giving subcommittee, and Board Mentorship subcommittee.

Mr. Newman is a Certified Financial Planner® for Hantz Financial Services in Southfield, Mich. where he has worked since 2002. Mr. Newman is the leader of a family officestyle financial team that advises the families he works with on all aspects of their financial life including wealth management, tax planning, insurance strategies, banking/ financing and estate planning. In addition, Mr. Newman has managed a branch office and insurance division for the firm and served as a mentor for numerous finance professionals. Mr. Newman has also served as a seminar presenter to teach financial literacy and education to hundreds of groups within the community.

Mr. Newman graduated from Michigan State University and has also obtained a certificate in financial planning from DePaul University and a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation.

Mr. Newman enjoys giving back to the community and volunteers and participates with numerous community organizations including: Hantz Foundation, Faber Hebrew Day School, Angels of Hope, Kadima, The Judson Center, Detroit Money Smart Week, Spartans for Lacey, Assistance League of Southeastern Michigan, Jewish Family Services, and others.

Mr. Newman is a lifelong Michigander who resides in West Bloomfield with his wife, Alexandra, and son, Benjamin. He enjoys reading, swimming, scuba diving, outdoor activities, Spartan athletics, his wife’s wonderful cooking, and appreciating life’s blessings with friends and family.