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JOHN E. SESTINA AND COMPANY

SEC Registered

Fee-Only Financial Planning for Your Peace of Mind

COLUMBUS, OHhttps://managingtobewealthy.com614.326.3077
Assets Under Management
$500M–$1B
Year Founded
1965
Employees
19
Office Locations
1 office
Total Accounts
12193

About the firm

John E. Sestina and Company® is one of the nation's first Fee-Only financial planning firms, founded in 1965 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. With nearly 60 years of experience, the firm guides individuals, families, and business owners across the country using its proprietary 'Managing to Be Wealthy™' process. The firm offers unbiased, commission-free financial planning built on objectivity, transparency, and client-focused advice.

Firm Focus

Client segments reported on the firm's SEC Form ADV — applies to all advisors at the firm.

IndividualsHigh Net WorthState/Municipal

Areas of expertise

Fee-only Financial PlanningRetirement PlanningTax StrategiesCash Flow ManagementDebt ManagementEstate PlanningInsurance AnalysisIndividual Portfolio ManagementInvestment AdvisoryFiduciary Advice

Services

Full-Service Financial Planning covering retirement planning, tax strategies, cash flow, debt management, estate planning, and insurance analysis; and Individual Portfolio Management including customized investment strategies, ongoing monitoring, and portfolio rebalancing.

Who they serve

Individuals, families, and business owners across the country, from new college graduates to wealthy individuals.

Client segmentClientsAssets managed
Individuals (Non-HNW)629$221M
High Net Worth Individuals179$523M
Investment Companies0
Pooled Investment Vehicles0$0
Pension/Profit Sharing Plans0$0
Charitable Organizations0$0
State/Municipal Entities0
Insurance Companies0
Sovereign Wealth Funds0
Corporations0$0

170 total clients reported on Form ADV.

Leadership

Stephen A Lukan
OWNER
Tyler V Cook
OWNER
Anthony William Payne
OWNER
Craig A Constantinovich
OWNER
Carl C Buckner
OWNER
Llc Mtbw
OWNER
Anthony William Payne
CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER
Stephen A Lukan
MANAGING PARTNER
Tyler V Cook
MANAGING PARTNER

Office locations

1 office in 1 state
OH
COLUMBUSHQ

Advisors at this firm

8 advisors in the directory

Regulatory & compliance

CRD number
#108634
SEC Number
801-44151
Disciplinary History
No
Fee Model & Minimums
Model: AUM / Flat Fee

Data as of March 4, 2026 · Source: SEC IAPD & FINRA BrokerCheck

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This profile was compiled and published by AdvisorFinder as editorial content using publicly available information from the SEC's IAPD database and FINRA BrokerCheck. JOHN E. SESTINA AND COMPANY has not reviewed, approved, or endorsed this profile and is not responsible for its accuracy. Regulatory records change over time — always verify the current record directly on the SEC or FINRA websites before making any decision.

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