Graham Wickham
President and CEO
For more than forty years, the Wickham Financial & Insurance Services companies have been a part of the Marietta Business Community serving the financial needs of thousands of individuals, families and business owners in the Cobb County and greater Atlanta area.
Forged by his parents before him, President and CEO, Graham S. Wickham,
continues the proud tradition of serving others through the use of affordable
insurance products and has expanded the family of companies to include financial planning products and strategies to address broader financial needs.
The Wickham Family’s abiding approach to business and life is demonstrated in the following business philosophy: Seek to understand, then to be understood.
As an investment advisor representative and insurance agent, Graham is dedicated to helping his clients achieve their personal goals and objectives. Graham says, “My team and I listen to our clients. We first have to truly understand what matters to them so we can work towards creating comprehensive plans that focus on their financial goals. We take a total approach to our
services and focus on helping our clients solve financial challenges, not on pushing products.”
Graham and his skilled team of insurance and financial professionals work hard to develop trust and focus on helping clients understand that their goals are obtainable. “Many clients feel that in order to achieve goals, there is this complicated web of strategies. We help break things down into their simplest form, explaining complex financial matters in an easy-to-understand way.”
Graham earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Western Carolina University. An accomplished speaker, Graham regularly presents public literacy workshops on retirement planning, investment planning and risk management strategies. Notably, Atlanta Magazine has recognized Graham as a “Top Five Star Wealth Manager” every year since 2009. Graham is a member of the Kiwanis Club of Marietta and the Cobb County Chamber of Commerce where he participates in the CEO Round Table and is a Partner in Education.
Graham and his wife live with their son in Smyrna where he spends as much of his free time as possible outdoors. He enjoys kayaking, biking, paddle boarding, running, hiking, camping and adventure racing.
Siley Vaia
Operations Manager/Commercial Customer Support
Siley has been going the extra mile to help clients for nearly a decade. She’s invaluable in helping our clients promptly address their questions and make them feel valued. “I believe in being proactive. That allows me to anticipate problematic situations and create a plan to avoid them,” states Siley. She works with all types of businesses and leads a highly skilled team of professionals who all work together to support the Wickham Financial and Insurance Services clients. She also utilizes her Spanish-speaking skills to serve as an important resource to our Hispanic client community.
When she’s not helping her clients, she enjoys time with her husband, Jason, and being a mom to her two daughters. On a personal note, she loves exploring new places while on vacation, listening to music, watching movies and taking walks. She belongs to Smyrna First United Method Church and is active in God’s Footprints, a non-profit in Nicaragua.
Jeremy Cronemeyer
Operations Manager
First impressions matter. That’s why Jeremy makes a concerted effort to ensure that your experience with the Wickham companies always leaves you feeling like you matter – because you do. “It’s ingrained in me to always treat others the way I would like to be treated. I was always taught that you only have one chance to make a good first impression,” says Jeremy. “I take that seriously both in my personal and professional life.” Going above and beyond for clients comes naturally for Jeremy from when he was managing branches for Bank of North Georgia or as the Business Development director for the Cobb County Chamber of Commerce. His willingness to listen and take quick action to solve any problems that surface make him a valuable member of our team. He specializes in client communications as well as introducing clients to the various life and health insurance options that exist today. Jeremy helps ensure that operations run smoothly and is one of the many talented professionals that provide exceptional service and support to the Wickham Financial and Insurance Services clients. He is a member of the Cobb Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals.
Jeremy and his wife, Jana, have two beautiful children. They are members of Burnt Hickory Baptist Church in Powder Springs. When not spending time with family, he can be found on the golf course or hunting.
Stacey Scott
Marketing and Client Relations
They say that business is all about relationships . . . how well you build them determines how well they build your business. Stacey is passionate about people and building relationships. She says, “I truly believe that the more we know about our clients’ lives and goals, the better we can serve them.” With that in mind, Stacey is committed to nurturing relationships with existing clients while building relationships with new ones. She also manages the marketing strategies and special events for Wickham Financial & Insurance Services. She is a member of the Cobb Chamber of Commerce, Marietta Business Association, and Smyrna Business Association.
Stacey lives in Smyrna with her two young sons. She’s an active volunteer at her boys’ schools and in the community. She also loves entertaining, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends.
Michael B. Beecher
Advisor/Agent
Financial independence can give you freedom – freedom to live life on your terms. With over 2 decades in the the financial services industry, as an investment advisor and insurance agent, Michael Beecher, has dedicated his entire career to helping individuals, families and business owners build their financial security and independence.
By focusing on a total approach to financial planning which involves uncovering personal objectives and addressing concerns, Michael helps clients ensure that the resources they’re accumulating and protecting are tied to meaningful goals.
“My personal goal is to be a lifetime resource for each and every client as they pursue their own goals. I want to be with clients throughout their life’s journey from the startup of their new company, a new job, or as their family grows, to helping them as they prepare to sell their company, plan for retirement income, or send children to college,” says Michael.
Michael works alongside a team of dedicated, experienced professionals at Wickham Financial and Insurance Services who collectively work hard to provide exceptional service and support to its valued clients.
Michael has lived in Atlanta for nearly 3 decades. He is married to his wife, Beth, and they live in Cobb County. Their family includes two dogs – a Doberman named Gigi and a German Shepherd named Maddy. In his spare time, he enjoys a wide variety of activities including traveling, fishing, shooting, archery, and watching football, hockey and basketball. Musically inclined, he also plays the piano, guitar and drums.
Susanne Wickham-Cook
Personal/Commercial Lines Agent
There are some things that you can plan for in life and there are a lot that you can’t. For those instances that you can’t control, you want somebody dependable by your side – that’s Susanne. She and the rest of the highly skilled Wickham Financial and Insurance Services teams can help you get the protection you need to safeguard your family and your valuable personal assets such as your home, car, and recreational vehicles from potential threats. She also has a strong background in commercial lines of insurance and provides experienced guidance to our business relationships looking to protect their companies. That sense of protection is what fuels Susanne’s dedication to her work. She says, “Insurance is all about making sure what you’ve got is covered if the unexpected happens. That’s why I’m here.” Susanne is a fully-licensed insurance agent in Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina and Florida.
Susanne loves being a mom to her three children and draws special strength and support from her close-knit family. She enjoys working alongside her brother and is very close with him and her sister. In her spare time, she enjoys exercising, hiking and being with her children.
Iris Turner
Personal/Commercial Lines Agent
With over a decade of experience in the insurance industry, Iris specializes in all commercial lines of insurance. She works closely with business owners and individuals to help them find the most appropriate coverage to insure their assets at affordable rates. “I listen to their needs and help them uncover their various options without making them feel pressured,” states Iris. Her advice to clients: “Take the time to read your insurance policy. I’m here to help so if you don’t understand something, just ask! I want you to get the right coverage to help ensure your most valuable assets are properly insured.” She works alongside the rest of the talented and professional team of Wickham Financial and Insurance Services professionals to support their valued clients. Iris speaks fluent Spanish and is invaluable in helping us serve our Hispanic Community of clients.
She and her husband are proud parents to two daughters. In her free time, she loves running local races with her friends.
Nancy Manrique
Personal Lines Agent
As a personal lines agent, Nancy Manrique focuses on providing home, auto, renter’s insurance, and more for her clients and is an important member of our team. Nancy’s favorite part of working at Wickham Financial & Insurance Services is taking care of people and building trusting relationships every day.
Nancy started her career in the telecommunications industry and also has experience in the financial industry. She has been a Georgia-licensed agent for over 5 years. As a personal lines agent, she has knowledge of property and casualty protection, as well as finding her customers the right coverage for their needs. She says “I know my customers value safety and security more than anything. We’ll work together to find the best protection for you and your family.”
Originally from the Chicago area, Nancy now calls Marietta home. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, antiquing, cooking, and attending concerts. She also loves spending time with her husband and their adult children.
Kimberly Roberts
Receptionist, Customer Service and Administrative Support
If you call or stop by Wickham Financial & Insurance Services, chances are, you will be greeted by Kimberly Roberts. Kimberly is a valued member of our team, as she performs many vital duties to ensure that our office runs smoothly. She is responsible for overseeing the front desk duties, welcoming visitors, answering telephone calls, delivering customer service assistance, and a host of other administrative support functions.
Kimberly has spent the majority of her career in telecommunications and has a proven track record of providing excellent customer service. She says “I know that communication is key to any relationship. But it’s especially crucial with our clients and customers. It comes naturally to me to practice active listening and really empathize with our customers. That’s how I show them that I genuinely care.”
When not at the office, Kimberly loves spending time with her two daughters and her mother. She lives in Marietta, and she enjoys reading, cooking and family game night.