About Us
Local, Experienced Professionals
You Can Trust
Black Creek Wealth Management was founded in 2019 and inspired by the creek near our founder’s home. As a locally owned firm, we’re built on relationships, not transactions. We pair the sophistication of institutional-level strategy with the care and accessibility of a trusted advisor. At Black Creek, people come before profits. Every plan begins with understanding your goals, values, and definition of your success to build a strategy that will reflect the life you want to live.
Our team brings decades of experience and the perspective that comes from real-world challenges. We’ve built businesses, faced uncertainty, and learned what resilience takes. That perspective guides our commitment to helping you protect, grow, and enjoy your wealth with clarity and confidence.
Cory Shrader CFA, CFP®, CMT
Founder/Chief Investment Officer/ Wealth Planner
As the founder of Black Creek Wealth Management, I wear many hats, and I like to think they all fit well. I lead our firm’s financial planning and investment management efforts, overseeing everything from strategy and trading to client relationships and day-to-day operations. But beyond the numbers, my real focus is helping clients feel confident, supported, and equipped to reach their goals.
My greatest motivation, both in building this firm and in showing up each day, is helping people achieve what they once thought impossible. Whether it’s growing wealth, reaching early retirement, or simply gaining peace of mind, I take pride in turning financial goals into meaningful realities.
Before entering finance, my path was anything but traditional. I trained at Le Cordon Bleu Academy and spent five years managing professional kitchens for Planet Hollywood and Ale House. I loved the creativity, energy, and teamwork of the culinary world, but as my family grew, I began seeking a career that offered more balance and a lasting impact.
In 2004, I launched a...