Michelle Snow

Founder & CEO

Welcome to NorthStar Wealth Management, where financial brilliance meets genuine care. Founded by Michelle Snow in 2015, NorthStar isn't just a firm; it's a promise of unwavering guidance. With over 23 years of experience in banking, investments, and retirement planning, Michelle is a financial powerhouse dedicated to advocating, educating, and serving her community with integrity.

Michelle's journey began at JPMorgan Chase in 2001, where her meteoric rise sparked a passion for closing the gaps in retirement options. As a Financial Planner, an Investment Adviser Representative and a future attorney, Michelle is committed to helping you keep more of what you earn. She embodies the belief that "It's not about what you make, it's about what you keep!"

Currently traveling the country with her husband, Michelle's life is as rich as her career. Her three miniature shih-tzus and treasured family moments bring warmth and joy to her world.

At NorthStar, we're more than just financial advisors; we're your partners in growth. We tirelessly work to grow and safeguard your wealth, leveraging every tax law and employing the best strategies to help you achieve your dreams with peace of mind. As Michelle always says, "Money is merely a means to achieve them."

Discover the NorthStar difference – your beacon of financial security and success. 

Alainna Van Haren

Vice President

Say hello to Alainna, our stellar VP and Advisor Assistant at NorthStar! With a knack for delivering top-notch customer service, she excels in calendar management and meticulous document control. Alainna has been an invaluable part of the NorthStar Wealth Management team since 2016.

With her bachelor's degree in marketing and advertising, Alainna is a true multi-talented force. When not dedicating herself to work, she finds joy in spending quality time with her husband, actively participating in church and community programs, and indulging her love for dogs.

In her cherished moments of leisure, Alainna finds delight in running, strumming her guitar, savoring delectable chocolate, and exploring new destinations through travel. Truly, a vibrant and dynamic team member with a zest for life! 🌟💼🎸🐶🏃🍫✈️

Investment Team

Members of the Investment Team are licensed with Advisory Alpha, LLC, a SEC registered investment advisor.

Steve Osterink, Jr. - Chief Investment Officer - Advisory Alpha

Steve Osterink, Jr. , CFA, CFP®, AIF®
Chief Investment Officer

  • Steve Jr. leads the Investment Team through his strong commitment to personal finance and asset management and is the driving force behind the innovation and development of our investment solutions.

Jon Lohr - Research Director - Advisory Alpha

Jon Lohr, CFA, CFP®
Research Director

  • Jon oversees the Investment Team’s daily investment research and portfolio management responsibilities, including asset allocation research, fund monitoring, due diligence, and investment strategy evaluation and implementation.

Nick Heinrich - Financial Planning Director - Advisory Alpha

Nick Heinrich, CFA, CFP®
Financial Planning Director

  • Nick contributes to the Investment Team’s research and portfolio management functions and leads a team of financial planning consultants who utilize various portfolio analysis and planning resources that strive to improve the financial outcomes of our valued clients.

Brian Kragt - Operations Director - Advisory Alpha

Brian Kragt
Operations Director

  • Brian oversees the Investment Team’s trade management and portfolio accounting systems, which includes implementing investment decisions, account rebalancing, cash management functions, trade execution, account billing, and performance reporting.

Janine Osterink - Chief Compliance Officer - Advisory Alpha

Janine Osterink
Chief Compliance Officer

  • Janine leads our compliance program and supports our Investment Team by helping us adhere to legal, regulatory, and internal requirements and policies with the goal of promoting trust and reducing risk for our valued clients.

Mike Baker - Technology Director - Advisory Alpha

Mike Baker
Technology Director

  • Mike leads our technology initiatives on behalf of the Investment Team which impact our client communication and overall client experience as well as support our trade management and portfolio accounting functions.

Josh Bergsma
Wealth Advisor

  • Josh Bergsma is a dedicated point of contact for client day-to-day financial planning and account serving needs. He has over a decade of experience as a financial advisor and works closely on a daily basis with the NorthStar team with the goal of helping each client achieve their financial goals. Josh's commitment to excellence is reflected in his attainment of the CRPC® (Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor) designation, a testament to his expertise in retirement planning strategies and his dedication to helping clients make informed financial decisions.

    Members of the Investment Team are licensed with Advisory Alpha, LLC, a SEC registered investment advisor.