Awards
VIRGINIA WEALTH ADVISORS NAMED TO FORBES 2025 BEST-IN-STATE WEALTH MANAGEMENT TEAMS LIST
“Congratulations to Virginia Wealth Advisors on receiving this prestigious recognition. This honor reflects their dedication to delivering outstanding wealth management advice and exceptional client service. It also underscores how Janney’s combination of resources, personalized support, and a collaborative culture empowers advisors to elevate their practices and achieve success. We’re proud to support them,” said Kevin Reed, President of the Firm’s Private Client Group.
MICHAEL C. GOCHENOUR NAMED TO FORBES 2025 BEST-IN-STATE WEALTH ADVISORS LIST
“Congratulations to Michael C. Gochenour for earning his spot on this prestigious list, which serves as a testament to the meaningful impact he brings to his clients’ financial success,” said Kevin Reed, President of Janney’s Private Client Group. “We take pride in supporting Michael C. Gochenour and celebrating the standard for excellence he sets for our firm and industry.”
LANTZ & GOCHENOUR INVESTMENT GROUP NAMED TO FORBES 2024 BEST-IN-STATE WEALTH MANAGEMENT TEAMS LIST
Lantz & Gochenour Investment Group has been named to the Forbes 2024 Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams list. “We’re proud of Lantz & Gochenour Investment Group for earning this prestigious recognition from Forbes. It’s a testament to their dedication to providing clients with comprehensive wealth management advice and stellar client service. Congratulations to Lantz & Gochenour Investment Group on this well-deserved accolade,” said Kevin Reed, President of the Firm’s Private Client Group.
Our Team
With over 70 years of combined industry experience, Michael Gochenour, Mary Bryant Via, and Matthew C. Robinson have the perspective to give you comprehensive and customized financial advice. Our team takes time to understand your goals and develop a tailored financial plan, along with personalized investment strategies to help you accumulate, grow, manage, preserve, and transfer your wealth.Our financial advisory practice is strengthened by Jacqueline Blosser, Sharon Krantz, and Constance Roach, who deliver extraordinary client service by providing personal attention and prompt execution to client needs. Our collective depth of knowledge and experience, combined with our Firm’s capabilities and resources, enables us to provide quality guidance and execute financial solutions for every stage of life.
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Michael C. Gochenour
Executive Vice President / Wealth Management, Financial Advisor
Mary Bryant Via, AWMA®
Financial Advisor
Matthew C. Robinson
Vice President / Wealth Management, Financial Advisor
Sharon Cupp Krantz
Senior Wealth Planning Associate, CFP®, AWMA®
Jacqueline N. Blosser
Senior Registered Private Client Associate
Constance M. Roach
Private Client Associate
Hugh J. Lantz
Executive Vice President / Wealth Management, Financial Advisor
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
Your financial life is shaped by what matters most to you. At Janney, begin by understanding your priorities, then connect your goals to a personalized financial plan designed to help you plan for more—more clarity, more confidence, and more possibility.
No matter where you are in life, we’re here to help you navigate complexity, build a thoughtful strategy, and move forward with purpose. With experience across a wide range of financial situations, we analyze your current circumstances and create a plan tailored to your unique needs and long-term vision.
Investment Management
Our investment management process centers around a custom plan for your unique circumstances, incorporating thoughtful guidance for a strategy that aligns with your goals.
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.
Recent Event: Janney's 2026 Market Outlook
What can we expect for the economy and markets in 2026?
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!
Recent Updates
Stay up-to-date and in-the know about every aspect of your financial picture.
February 05, 2026
📈Our annual Market Outlook seminars are always a highlight of January, and this year was no exception! ❄️Although snow and ice forced us to reschedule four of our five events, we were grateful to welcome hundreds of clients and community members who joined us to learn about the markets, financial planning insights, and the year ahead.
Following a series of travel delays, we were also pleased to virtually recognize Hugh Lantz, Executive Vice President and Financial Advisor, as he prepares for his retirement later this year. 🎉👏
If you were unable to attend and would like additional information from the presentation—or if you would like to be added to our mailing list for future events—please contact our office at 540.236.9220 or email vawealth@janney.com.
February 02, 2026
How You Can Leave More to Your Heirs, Minimize Taxes
Did you know that repositioning some of your investments may be a tax-efficient way to leave a larger financial legacy?
January 12, 2026
We’re honored to share that for the third consecutive year, our team has been recognized as a Forbes 2025 Best-in-State Wealth Management Team!
This achievement reflects the trust and confidence our clients place in us every day. We are deeply grateful for your partnership and the opportunity to help you pursue your financial goals.
Our commitment remains on delivering exceptional service, providing personalized financial advice and helping you achieve long-term success.
Thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey!
For more information on the scope of consideration for referenced industry awards or accolades, please visit Janney.com/awards-disclosures.
Research & Insights
Access our latest research and insights covering market news, financial planning topics, and more.
January Investment Perspectives
In this issue we look at AI and its impact on productivity, how executive policy drove the market in 2025, and the January effect and stock market seasonality.
Outlook 2026
Outlook 2026 offers the Janney Investment Strategy Group’s baseline prognostications for the economy, the equity and fixed-income markets, their evolution, and investment implications in the New Year.
5 Simple Steps to Prepare for Tax Filing
Filing your tax returns can be less stressful when you take a few steps before it’s time to complete your tax forms.
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