Dick Grbac CFP®

President

Managing Partner and founder of Strategic Advisory Services, LLC, a Registered Investment Advisory firm.

After graduating from college with a degree in Business Administration, Dick joined the Marine Corps and became a Naval Flight Officer. After serving a tour in Vietnam with over 285 combat missions in F-4 fighters, Dick left the Marines as a Captain in 1971 and began his career in the financial services industry. In 1985, his entrepreneurial spirit saw the overwhelming need to assist individuals who were facing retirement and formed Strategic Advisory Services, LLC, a Wealth Management firm specializing in retirement income planning. Dick has held the designation of Certified Financial Planner® since 1989, and has been a member in good standing of both the local and national Financial Planning Association since 1983.
 
​On a personal side, Dick has been married since 1982 to his wife and business partner Suzi. In his spare time, he enjoys traveling, playing golf, and they live in Sugar Land, TX, a suburb of Houston, TX.

Suzi Grbac

Vice President

Suzi is the Vice President and co-founder of Strategic Advisory Services, LLC. She and her husband, Dick, established SAS LLC in 1985 and she has played an integral part in the development of the company. Her main focus in the organization is office management and in the business operations of the company.

On a personal note, Suzi enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She also loves playing golf, entertaining, and traveling with her husband and business partner, Dick. When she is not in the office, she is active and on the Board of Sugar Creek Country Club’s Women’s Association.

Jeremy Joiner CFP®

Sr. Wealth Advisor

Jeremy, a Certified Financial Planner® practitioner and Senior Wealth Advisor, provides comprehensive and goals driven financial planning and investment management advice. He graduated from Texas Tech University in 2006, with a Bachelor of Science in Personal Financial Planning.

Jeremy came to SAS LLC with work experience from United Capital Financial Advisors, A.G. Edwards, and Ronald Blue and Co. In addition to being a Senior Wealth Advisor to clients, Jeremy is also Vice President of Operations and Chief Compliance Officer of Strategic Advisory Services, LLC.

Jeremy’s hobbies include hunting, fishing, and mountain biking. He lives with his wife, Julia, their daughters Isabella (Izzie), Alexandra (Allie), and Madison (Maddie), and their adopted dogs, Sadie an Dakota.

Michael Wellings

Wealth Advisor

Michael Wellings joined the team at Strategic Advisory Services, LLC in February of 2017 and serves as a Wealth Manager. In this role, Michael works closely with clients to provide customized financial planning and investment management solutions that align with their individual objectives, whether it's saving for retirement, funding education, or managing investments.  He takes pride in building long-lasting relationships based on trust, transparency, and mutual respect.

Michael holds a Bachelor's in Marketing from Texas A&M University, a Master of Theological Studies from Shepherd's Theological Seminary, and is currently pursuing his Certified Financial Planner® certification. He continually seeks to stay ahead of industry trends and enhance his skillset through ongoing education and professional development.

Outside of the office, Michael is an avid hunter, serves in his local church, and loves to spend time outside with his family.

Pam Hext

Director of First Impressions

Pam joined Strategic Advisory Services, LLC in 2000 and is our most tenured employee. She is SAS LLC’s Director of First Impressions, and came to work for the firm after retiring from AT&T, where she worked as a manager for 34 years. As Director of First Impressions, Pam will be there to assist you with any need when you arrive at our office. She will greet you with a warm smile and pleasant conversation.​

Pam has been a long time resident of Houston and our clients say she has the friendliest voice in town. Pam’s favorite pastimes include reading, watching movies, listening to audio books, shopping, and spending time with friends.

Linda Christ

Client Service Administrator

Linda serves as our Client Service Administrator, bringing over 30 years of professional office experience to the role.  Her extensive background spans office management, administration, and customer service within a diverse range of industries including construction, advertising, healthcare, and real estate.

Outside of the office, Linda is an animal lover and devoted pet parent to her rescue cat, Ninja, and dog, Karma.  She enjoys gardening, swimming, and classic films in her free time.