John-Mark Young Earns Tax Planning Certified Professional® (TPCP®) Designation
- Whitaker Myers
- Aug 23
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 25
Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers is pleased to announce that President & Chief Investment Officer John-Mark Young, CFP®, has attained the Tax Planning Certified Professional® (TPCP®) designation through The American College of Financial Services.
The TPCP® designation is an industry-recognized mark of excellence, demonstrating advanced applied knowledge in the field of tax planning. It covers a wide breadth of critical topics, including complex tax situations, retirement and investment strategies, estate planning considerations, special needs planning, and tax optimization across various investment vehicles.
“Tax planning is one of the most powerful tools we can use to help families keep more of what they’ve earned,” said John-Mark Young. “At Whitaker-Myers, we live by the principle of having the heart of a teacher. Earning the TPCP® allows me to bring clarity and confidence to complicated financial situations, empowering clients to make wise, long-term decisions.”
Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers’ Mission
At Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers, our mission is simple yet profound: to educate, empower, and walk alongside families as they steward their wealth in a way that aligns with their values and goals. Tax planning plays an essential role in that mission, ensuring that every dollar works as hard as possible toward creating a secure financial future.
This heart-of-a-teacher approach reflects not only the firm’s values but also the wisdom of voices like Dave Ramsey, who often reminds families that tax planning is not about “tricking the system,” but rather about understanding the rules and using them to your advantage with integrity and foresight.
Raising the Bar in Tax Planning Expertise
With the TPCP® designation, John-Mark joins an elite group of financial professionals who have undergone rigorous study to master applied tax planning strategies. This additional expertise strengthens Whitaker-Myers’ integrated approach, which already brings together wealth management, insurance, estate, and tax planning services to better serve families and businesses throughout Ohio, Florida, and Nationwide.
“John-Mark’s dedication to continuing education embodies the standard we strive for at Whitaker-Myers,” said Timothy Hilterman, CFP®, Chief Financial Planning Officer. “Our clients deserve advisors who not only care deeply but also continually sharpen their expertise to provide best-in-class advice.”
About The American College of Financial Services
The American College of Financial Services, founded nearly 100 years ago, is a premier educational institution dedicated to applied financial knowledge, lifelong learning, and ethical standards. The College’s TPCP® designation equips advisors with advanced tools to address one of the most dynamic areas of financial planning: taxes.
A Commitment to Clients and Community
By earning the TPCP®, John-Mark strengthens Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers’ ability to guide clients through every stage of life, helping them achieve financial clarity while minimizing tax burdens. This achievement further reflects the firm’s commitment to its clients, its community, and its mission of service.
You can learn more about the Tax Planning Certified Professional® designation here by watching this video.