Donald J. Cinocco LUTCF is the Chief Executive Officer of the Financial Architect Network, Inc. but the title that can best describe Don Cinocco is "Lifestyle Consultant". To achieve lifestyles we desire, certain choices – sometimes confusing, sometimes even painful – must be made. During the last forty years Don Cinocco has coached his clients on making choices that have helped them reach their financial goals and desired lifestyles. His nationally recognized motivational seminars are educational and entertaining. He is sought after as a keynote speaker for national conventions, Chamber of Commerce groups, local and national Investments Clubs, numerous professional organizations and is a frequent guest on business and financial radio shows.

Don is a graduate of the University of Colorado where he received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting, Finance and Economics. Additionally, he has taught college courses on Economics, Finance, Tax Planning, Business Planning, Financial and Retirement and Estate Planning. Don is a certified instructor for the State of Colorado Supreme Court Board of Continuing Legal and Judicial Education to teach estate planning. He has also been appointed a Fellow by the Life Underwriter Training Council, a life and qualifying member based on sales of the Million Dollar Round Table, and Senior Honor Guard. A recognized industry leader, Don has received numerous industry awards and honors. Don maintains broker licenses in the areas of Real Estate, Insurance and Securities.

Most importantly, Don lives his life on purpose. He has a plan in place, a plan that is a true reflection of his values and how he chooses to live his life. While Don is passionate about helping clients, he leads by example by spending time pursuing leisure and family activities that represent his life values. Don spends most of his time meeting with clients, reviewing their plans, facilitating client discovery and focus, and overseeing plan execution.

Ryan E. Starling, too, lives his life on purpose. He is the President of the Financial Architect Network, Inc. Ryan is recognized across the country as an experienced consultant dealing with the health, financial and social issues that retirees face today. Ryan holds a degree in Business from Colorado State University, majoring in Entrepreneurship, and is knowledgeable and experienced in a wide range of financial disciplines. He is a qualifying Top of the Table member of the Million Dollar Round Table, and has qualified every year he has been in the business. Ryan is noted for the exceptional relationship he establishes and maintains with clients. Ryan is a registered representative of Sammons Securities Company, member FINRA/SIPC and Investment Adviser Representative with Sigma Planning Corporation.

Ryan is married to his beautiful wife Jenna, who also is an active member of the Network. They have an amazing daughter named Rylee Lin who LOVES gymnastics. They also have two devoted dogs, Dillon (Chesapeake Bay Retriever) and the new puppy Blu (Silver Lab) who may greet you when you come to the office for an appointment. Ryan enjoys taking his dogs bird hunting in Colorado, Kansas and South Dakota. He also loves the big game hunt every year. He also takes solace in boating at Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri; a tradition passed down from his parents before him.

Ike Kutter is the Executive Vice President and part owner of Financial Architect Network, Inc. Originally from South Dakota, Ike is a family man who now lives in Castle Rock, Colorado. He and his lovely wife, Pamela, and their son, Jake, are avid fans of the outdoors and enjoy trips into the beautiful Rocky Mountains.

Ike attended Colorado State University and received a degree in Speech Communication. As a planner, he has worked with affluent clients for almost a decade and often shares as a presenter at financial seminars. Ike is a qualifying member of the Million Dollar Round Table, which is based on sales, and is currently a member of the Court of the Table.

As one of the leading principals at Financial Architect Network, Ike enjoys working with clients who want to achieve their life destination and plan for a happy and healthy retirement. As a Registered Representative, he is licensed to broker securities. He also holds an insurance license in the State of Colorado, as well as a number of other states in the U.S.

His passion is to continue the legacy and dream of our founder, Donald Cinocco, LUTCF. Ike loves to work with small business owners and professionals and help them to establish the most efficient plan possible. He creates advanced designs to provide small business owners the most effective strategies available to help maximize their income and capital, and minimize any taxable consequences.

Ike is a hunter, fisherman, and sports dad. He loves his family. He is committed to making Financial Architect Network the most trusted and efficient financial firm along the Front Range of Colorado and throughout the nation. He is devoted to his clientele and a registered representative of Sammons Securities Company, member FINRA/SIPC.

Ronnie Johnson LUTC is a Senior Vice President of the Financial Architect Network, Inc. He is originally from Center, Texas and moved to Colorado in 1988. Ronnie and his wife, Nancy Jean, who is a retired elementary school teacher, have been married for over 43 years. Ronnie grew up on the coast of Texas in a small town called Orange, Texas where he attended West Orange High School. He was chosen on the All-decade High School Basketball Team of the Sixties. Ronnie attended East Texas Baptist University in Marshall, Texas. The first half of his career he served as a pastor to numerous churches.

Today he is a published author, seminar speaker, minister, life underwriter, estate planner. He is also a member of the Million Dollar Round Table based on sales and an active member of the National Association of Insurance and Investment Advisors (NAIFA). Ronnie is a registered representative of Sammons Securities Company, member FINRA/SIPC.

When Ronnie isn’t working he likes to write, garden, golf, fish, and spend time with his lovely bride and their six precious grandchildren. He is currently working on his latest manuscript, Nettles, and soon to have his latest book, Money Talks, published this year. He is also the author of You Are Loved,’95, and You Are Loved, Too ‘06.

Samuel L. Keck, MBA, CLU, CFP, LUTCF is a Senior Vice President of the Financial Architect Network, Inc. He is from St. Joseph, Missouri and moved to Colorado in 1972 after serving five years in the United States Air Force. Sam is married to his beautiful life partner Mary, a Registered Nurse and Wellness Consultant. They have three children and five grandchildren.

Sam is a graduate of Graceland University, Iowa, where he received his Bachelor of Arts Degree with emphasis in Finance and Economics. He was also a star athlete in cross country and track & field and finished fifth in the mile run at the National Track and Field championships in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. After graduation from Graceland University Sam went on to complete a Masters in Business Administration Degree with emphasis in Insurance from Indiana University. Upon graduation he entered the Air Force and served in Thailand and Germany as a transportation officer. During that time he also taught business courses for the world wide campus of the University of Maryland. Sam is a 35 year member of the Million Dollar Round Table which is based on sales and holds designations as a Chartered Life Underwriter, Certified Financial Planner, and Life Underwriter Training Council Fellow. His current business focus is on cash flow retirement and estate planning. Sam is licensed for securities and insurance in Colorado, Utah, Arizona, California, and Florida.

Sam enjoys world wide travel, golf, skiing, camping (as long as it’s a Four Seasons Resort) and spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren. We are pleased to welcome Sam into our network of financial professionals.

Terry Wickstrom, LUTCF, Terry is a native of Nebraska, graduating from Sydney High School. He continued his education at the University of Wyoming, where he received his business degree. Following graduation, Terry taught at Capital High School in Boise, Idaho and volunteered evenings as a teacher in the State Penitentiary. He owned and managed several businesses along with his insurance career, which started in October of 1968 with Fidelity Union. Later, Sentry Life Insurance Company employed him as the regional manager covering Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Montana and Wyoming for 9˝ years. He then founded Professional Brokerage Services, Inc. in 1981, and also worked for Lincoln National as the small group manger. He offers us 43+ years of experience in Life, Health and Annuities. It has always been Terry’s priority to meet the needs of his clients.

Terry lives in Highlands Ranch with his wife, MaryJo. She has worked with Terry at Professional Brokerage Services, Inc. the last 18˝ years both in sales and administration. They have six children and thirteen grandchildren. Terry enjoys travelling, being in the great outdoors, and his greatest passion – motorcycles. In his younger years, Terry rode competitively in motocross, enduros and cross country events. Today, he still enjoys all aspects of riding, both off road and touring, just at a different pace!

Jenna L. Starling is Chief Operating Officer of Financial Architect Network, Inc. She has a Bachelors degree from Colorado State University where she majored in Exercise Physiology. She spent her first few years after college in the medical sales industry, and made the leap to join her husband in business in 2001. Jenna actively maintains client relationships, facilitates educational workshops, and oversees day to day operations.

Jenna is a mother to daughter Rylee and wife to President, Ryan Starling. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends and enjoys spending time in Rylee’s classroom, Girl Scout troop, and at gymnastics every week.

Ryan, Jenna and their family make their home in Castle Rock, Colorado.

Ryan "Carlson" Carlson is the Research Assistant at Financial Architect Network, Inc. He graduated from Union University located in Jackson, TN in May, 2011 with a Bachelors degree in Business. He has recently moved back to Colorado and looks forward to beginning his new career at our office. He has lived in Colorado for 16 years and is excited to be back.

Carlson enjoys snowboarding, playing drums/guitar, swing dancing, traveling, hanging out with friends in downtown Denver, and spending time with his family in Evergreen, CO. He has been to Romania, the Netherlands, and Honduras.

Diana Ariki is the Director of Marketing and Client Relations for Financial Architect Network (FAN). She is a native of Arizona. She now calls Colorado her home where she has lived for the past 23 years.

Diana has over 28 years of experience in the business world. As a professional, she brings a diverse background to our Financial Architect Network Team. This includes exceptional skills in the area of marketing and training.

Diana is married to her wonderful husband, David, a true native of the State of Colorado. They are the proud parents of Zach (attending Boston University in Boston, MA) and Nate (attending Lewis & Clark in Portland, OR). Their extended family consists of their beloved dogs Dobby (Pug), Jesse (Australian Cattle Dog), and Millie (Australian Shepherd/Husky mix).

When it comes to Diana’s hobbies and free time, she especially enjoys spending those special moments with her husband, David. She also loves cooking, taking long walks, and attending movies. She is an avid reader too.

We are extremely fortunate to have Diana join our FAN Team. We look forward to continued success as we share in the dreams and goals of those we serve.