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We empower affluent individuals, couples, families, and business owners to achieve their aspirations through tailored financial guidance, unbiased investment advice, and exclusive access to the extensive resources and network of our award-winning team at Janney Montgomery Scott. Our fresh approach integrates the following:
- Retirement and Income Planning- Designed to help you pursue financial independence and mitigate risks when life’s uncertain events arise.
- Wealth and Investment Management- Identify and achieve your specific goals, balancing risk level and time frame through a customized investment portfolio.
- Estate and Tax Planning- Plans include comprehensive annual and multi-year tax strategies to reduce how much you owe today and in the future. We also include basic and complex strategies to achieve your legacy and estate planning goals.
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Awards
Michael Porter & Jeremy Lambert Named to Barron's Top 1,200 Advisors of 2025 List
We are excited to share that both Michael Porter and Jeremy Lambert have been named to Barron's Top 1,200 Advisors as ranked 5th and 6th in Delaware, respectively.
Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Team 2025
We are honored to share that our team has been recognized as a Best-in-State Wealth Management Team by Forbes.
AdvisorHub 150 Advisors to Watch Over $1 Billion 2024
We are proud to share that Jeremy Lambert, AIF®, CEPA® has been named an Advisor to Watch by AdvisorHub.
Our Team
With decades of combined industry experience, Michael Porter, Jeremy Lambert, Heidi Jones, Jason Bentley, Tracy Adams-Kirk, Ryan Zemke, Nancy Carmean, Jody Boyer, Devin DiFranks, and Mikayla Lewis strive to help you to define your financial objectives, and then use that knowledge to develop — together — a plan that is tailored to fit your unique needs and preferences, and is in your best interest. We’re proud to offer comprehensive financial planning resources, providing you access to education, advice, planning, and consultation.
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Michael D. Porter, AIF®, AWMA®, CLTC®, AAMS®, CEPA®
Executive Vice President / Wealth Management, Financial Advisor
Jeremy A. Lambert, AIF®, CEPA®
Executive Vice President / Wealth Management, Financial Advisor
Heidi L.E. Jones
Senior Registered Private Client Associate
Ryan J. Zemke, CFP®, AIF®, CRPC®, CLTC®, AWMA®
Financial Advisor
Jason S. Bentley, CFP®, AWMA®, CLTC®
Financial Advisor
Tracy Adams-Kirk
Private Client Associate
What We Do
No matter where you are in life – we’re here for you through every step of your financial journey.
College Saving and Funding Plans
As the price of education continues to rise, affording the cost of higher education may require a customized plan to meet your funding needs, while balancing other expenses and goals.
Financial Planning
No matter where you are in life–we’re here to help you every step of the way. We have the knowledge and experience to analyze your current financial situation, and provide a personalized plan designed to meet your specific needs.
Retirement Income
Generating income from the retirement savings you have accumulated over your lifetime can often be a complex task. Managing retirement income requires balancing guaranteed income sources, such as Social Security, with fluctuating income from sources such as your investment portfolio, based on your living expenses and desired spending levels.
Community Involvement
We’re proud to support the communities we live and work in. We strive to connect with our communities in a meaningful way, bringing about positive change and helping to provide services and resources to help them thrive.
Sheperd's Office Ministries Meal Distribution
The Chesapeake Wealth Advisors recently participated in a meal distribution event for our neighbors in need.
Collegium Middle School Career Day
Ryan & Devin travel to Exton, PA to present to 7th and 8th grade students on Careers in the Financial Industry!
Ronald McDonald House Charities Meal Service
CWA returned to RMD House to prepare a meal for families with children receiving treatments at local hospitals.
Events
Check out information on upcoming and past events we’re pleased to offer you, virtually and/or in person, on a variety of topics.
The Private Market Advantage
Join Chesapeake Wealth Advisors for a Lunch and Learn on The Private Market Advantage: Today's Financial Strategies for Legal & Tax Advisors!
We will speak on topics such as Alternative Investments, Private Real Estate & 1031-721 Exchanges, Private Equity, Private Credit, & Advanced Trust Management.
RSVP to CWA@janney.com or to Nancy Carmean at 302-313-0405
Recent Event: Year-End Planning: Tax and Estate
As the end of 2025 approaches, there’s a lot to consider when it comes to estate and tax planning—particularly for clients with more complex wealth.
Recent Event: A Medicare Primer
Take control of your Medicare journey by joining Janney’s exclusive client webinar!
Chesapeake Insights Video Library
How to Be a Better Investor
Hear from Financial Advisor, Ryan Zemke, on improving your investment portfolio.
Should you Buy Long Term Care Insurance?
Join Jody as she discusses scenarios that may be suited for owning a long-term care policy
Handling Market Volatility
Learn about market fluctuations and how you can feel more at ease with your portfolio during uncertain times.
Professional Development
2024 Women's Advisor Forum
Jody represented Chesapeake Wealth Advisors at the 2024 Women's Advisor Forum!
2025 ELITE Financial Advisor's Conference
Michael, Jeremy, and Ryan were the invited representatives of the 2025 ELITE conference this year where they learned and shared vaulable knowledge with top financial advisors around the firm.
Recent Updates
Stay up-to-date and in-the know about every aspect of your financial picture.
October 10, 2025
The Guide to Retirement: Understanding Employee Planning Decisions
Register now for our next PlanWise webinar, The Guide to Retirement: Understanding Employee Planning Decisions, featuring Sharon Carson, Executive Director at J.P. Morgan.
Learn key strategies around deferral momentum, retirement paycheck planning, and Social Security choices. You won’t want to miss this! Click the link below to register now.
October 06, 2025
Keep More of What You Earn: Building a Tax-Smart Portfolio
By making tax-smart decisions about what you invest in and where you hold it, you can keep more of your money working for you. Here’s how to build a tax-smart portfolio.
September 26, 2025
Year-End Planning: Tax and Estate
As the end of 2025 approaches, there’s a lot to consider when it comes to estate and tax planning—particularly for clients with more complex wealth.
In this exclusive webinar, Janney will explore changes under the new tax rules of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), including:
Permanent changes to income and estate tax provisions
New and expanded tax deductions
Planning opportunities when addressing your taxes
We’ll break down the new tax landscape and planning strategies for your long-term financial goals. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert insight into the impact of the tax rules and how they affect you. Register today!
Research & Insights
Access our latest research and insights covering market news, financial planning topics, and more.
2025 Tax Reform: A Look at Key Changes for Individuals and Families
On July 4, 2025, new tax rules were signed into law under the 2025 Reconciliation Legislation known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). OBBBA introduces significant changes to the tax code that will impact how you file your 2025 tax returns—and returns for years to come.
2025 Tax Reform: A Look at Key Changes for Businesses
On July 4, 2025, new tax rules were signed into law under the 2025 Reconciliation Legislation known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). OBBBA introduced significant changes to the tax code that may impact taxes for you or your business. How will you prepare?
September Investment Perspectives
In this issue, we explore the possibilities for European equities, inflation dynamics, and September’s cautionary market tone.
Office Information
Contact us today to discuss how we can put a plan in place designed to help you reach your financial goals.