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Your PPC Team

Preferred Planning Concepts was founded by principals Ken Lydecker and Dave Nicholson, veteran financial professionals who share core values regarding service, education, and financial planning. They guide the firm in developing creative and practical solutions and providing an exceptional level of client service.  Rounding out your PPC team are Todd Gilchrist, CFP; Therese Talarico, Director of Operations; and Maja Culafic, Insurance Director.

Ken Lydecker

Ken Lydecker, CEO

PPC Co-Founder

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Ken is a co-owner and co-founder of PPC, as well as the CEO of PPC.  Ken's passion for helping clients achieve their financial goals continues to fuel his enthusiasm for his job, as he approaches his 50-year mark as an advisor. 

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Dave Nicholson

Dave Nicholson, CLU, ChFC

PPC Co-Founder

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Dave is a co-founder and co-owner of PPC.  Dave is approaching his 30th year in the business and is known for mixing his outgoing personality with an analytical approach to planning.

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Todd Gilchrist

Todd Gilchrist, CFP ®, EA

Financial Planning Coordinator

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Todd is one of our Financial Planning Coordinators who support Ken & Dave in servicing existing and potential clients. In addition to  performing various administrative tasks, he attends client meetings (along with the advisors)...

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Therese Talarico

Therese Talarico

Director of Operations; Office Manager

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Therese Talarico joined PPC in 2000. She has over 30 years of experience in the securities and financial services industry and holds a Series 7 license. 

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Darby O'Leary

Darby O'Leary

Financial Planning Coordinator

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Darby O’Leary joined the PPC team in 2021.  At PPC, she supports clients and team members throughout all aspects of the financial planning process. In addition to participating in client meetings and performing various...
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