Mark S. Mikolaj, Partner of Jefferson Financial Group in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has distinguished himself providing exceptional service to his clientele of successful professionals, business owners and retirees.  Mark specializes in insurance and investment planning, tax reduction strategies, retirement planning and legacy distribution.

   "I help my clients organize and manage every aspect of their finances," Mark says.  "I want my clients to understand that building and managing wealth is about reducing, not creating stress in their lives.  I design and manage financial plans to achieve their objectives without undue risk.  I want investing to work for them so they can enjoy the long-term benefits of financial independence."

   Mark graduated from the University of Dayton with a BS.  Prior to forming Jefferson Financial Group with his partner, Chris, Mark excelled in a variety of management positions in the insurance and investment industry.  He shares his knowledge by teaching classes for General Motors employees on budgeting, investment alternatives, and retirement planning.

   A fan of the changing seasons, Mark loves the Pittsburgh area, where he grew up and still maintains lifetime friendships.  He enjoys outdoor activities such as archery, and has competed in the World Shoots in New York and West Virginia.  He is also a director and Treasurer of one of Pennsylvania's largest sportsmen's clubs.  Mark, his wife, Virginia, and sons, Paul, Adam and Ben, make their home in Jefferson Hills.