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The Simmons Point Group
No matter where you are in life — just starting out, in your peak earning years, nearing retirement, or contemplating your legacy — we are here for you. When you work with us, it’s about going beyond investing. It’s about connecting your life and your finances.
We take a comprehensive and customized approach to your finances, by understanding your needs and goals and aligning your investment strategies to help meet those goals. Our depth of knowledge and experience, combined with our Firm’s capabilities and resources, enables us to provide high quality service, while offering advice and executing financial solutions for every stage of life.
Our Team
Our mission is 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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Gary T. Lukachinski, CFP®, CRPS®, MPAS®
Executive Vice President / Wealth Management, Financial Advisor
Craig Sherrer, AWMA ®
First Vice President/ Wealth Management, Financial Advisor
John R Cortapasso Jr., CFP®, CRPS®, AWMA ®, CLTC®
Financial Advisor
Michael H. Oliver, MBA
Associate Vice President / Wealth Management, Account Executive
Michael P. Geisen
Assistant Vice President / Wealth Management, Account Executive
Kate Stiegelbauer Fortuna
Senior Registered Private Client Associate
Shana Kolb
Private Client Associate
Grace A. Lukachinski
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.
Business Retirement Plans
We are committed to working with your organization to deliver innovative, results-oriented strategies. Our step-by-step process has been developed to help you reach your goal of offering a well-designed plan with high-level service that helps your valued employees achieve financial security.
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.
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.
NFBHC Pink Pearl Gala
The Simmons Point Group was proud to attend the North Fork Breast Health Coalition's annual Pink Pearl Gala on May 5th.
SCCOA Golf Outing
The Simmons Point Group was proud to support the Suffolk County Correction Officers Association at their annual golf outing on October 18th.
The Richard O'Brien Foundation
The Simmons Point Group was to continue their support of the Richard J O'Brien Foundation at their annual Networking for a Cause Over Cocktails even on September 20th.
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.
Up Next: Janney's Mid-Year Market Update
What’s next for the economy and markets?
Recent Event: Cybersecurity and AI Best Practices
The threat of cybercrime and identity theft looms larger than ever.
Recent Event: Holistic Financial Strategies for Business Owners: Build, Grow, and Transition
Did you know an estimated 65 to 80% of a business owner’s net worth is tied to their business?*
Recent Updates
Stay up-to-date and in-the know about every aspect of your financial picture.
June 17, 2025
In its Mid-Year Update, Janney’s Investment Strategy Group provides baseline prognostications for the economy, the equity and fixed-income markets, their evolution, and investment implications for the remainder of 2025.
Read here: https://www.janney.com/wealth-management/education/market-commentary/detail/insights/2025/06/13/outlook-2025--mid-year-update
June 04, 2025
Financial Planning: Bringing Stability—and Possibility—to Your Life
Financial planning isn’t just about retirement or saving for the future, it can also be about accomplishing your lifestyle goals—like world travel or a buying a second home.
May 21, 2025
Janney's Mid-Year Market Update
What’s next for the economy and markets? Join our exclusive virtual presentation where Janney’s Investment Strategy Group shares its views on the economy and markets, inflation, monetary and fiscal policy, and what it all means for your portfolio strategy.
Research & Insights
Access our latest research and insights covering market news, financial planning topics, and more.
Marriage, Divorce, and Financial Planning: Building and Protecting Your Financial Future
Marriage is not just a union of hearts. It is also a merger of finances, responsibilities, and legal commitments. When that union ends, whether amicably or not, the financial consequences can be significant. Preparing for these transitions with a clear financial strategy is one of the most empowering steps you can take.
Planning Strategies for Remaining 529 Balances
If you saved more for college than you needed, here’s how to make the most of the leftover funds.
Life Events May Trigger Lending Needs
Life is full of events and circumstances that may throw financial curveballs, which is why when it comes to your liquidity needs, your financial plan should address borrowing solutions that may be immediately accessible, when and if necessary.
Office Information
Contact us today to discuss how we can put a plan in place designed to help you reach your financial goals.