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
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
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.
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: 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 Event: Maximize the Value of Your Business with Insights from an Investment Banker
If you own a business, selling your company could be the most important financial transaction you’ll undertake.
Recent Updates
Stay up-to-date and in-the know about every aspect of your financial picture.
April 08, 2025
Virginia Wealth Advisors is proud to announce that Michael Gochenour was recently named as a Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisor! This award is a reflection of Mike’s industry knowledge and unwavering commitment to providing clients with personalized investment advice and exceptional client service! Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement, Mike!
For more information on the scope of consideration for referenced industry awards or accolades, please visit Janney.com/awards-disclosures
April 01, 2025
Three Strategies to Navigate Market Volatility
The middle of a period of market fluctuation is rarely the best time to adopt new investing strategies. But here are some actions you should consider.
March 21, 2025
We're thrilled to continue celebrating our recent name change! Lantz and Gochenour Investment Group is now Virginia Wealth Advisors of Janney Montgomery Scott! Although our name has changed, the people and the exceptional service you’ve come to expect all remain the same. As a leading Wealth Management team in the state of Virginia, our new name is a reflection of our growth and commitment to our clients. With our roots planted in the Shenandoah Valley, we are thankful for the many relationships we’ve built over the years and the trust that our clients have placed in us. We look forward to our future – investing, strategizing, planning and working FOR YOU!
Research & Insights
Access our latest research and insights covering market news, financial planning topics, and more.
Protecting Your Business: The Importance of Insurance
The day-to-day demands of running a business can be all-consuming. This article takes a look at a few important considerations for the protection of you and your business.
Should I Convert From a Traditional IRA to a Roth IRA in a Volatile Market?
Soaring inflation and global conflict have led to ongoing stock market volatility. Retirement savers may be wondering, “Is now a good time to convert to a Roth IRA?”
How to Reduce Taxes on Employer Stock in a 401(k) Plan
If you participate in a 401(k), or other qualified retirement plan that lets you invest in your employer’s stock, consider the tax deferral opportunities of net unrealized appreciation.
Office Information
Office hours:
Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Contact us today to discuss how we can put a plan in place designed to help you reach your financial goals.