Jackson, Mich. – Paramount Wealth Management is proud to announce two significant accomplishments by our Founder and President, Don Hershberger, CFP®, AIF®, CRC®. Don has been named to the 2025 Forbes list of Top Best-In-State Wealth Advisors, marking his seventh consecutive year on this prestigious list. Additionally, Don released his highly anticipated, Amazon #1 Best Selling book, “Retirement by Design: Wealth Management for a Life of Inspiration.”
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisor Recognition
Don Hershberger has once again been recognized among the foremost independent financial advisors in Michigan and the country. The Forbes Best-In-State list, released online on April 3, 2025, honors advisors who have demonstrated exceptional success, integrity, and professionalism in their practice. Out of more than 48,000 nominations nationwide, only 213 advisors were recognized in Michigan, including Don Hershberger.
“It’s an incredible honor to be recognized once again among the top wealth advisors in the nation. This achievement is a testament to the unwavering dedication and hard work of the entire Paramount Wealth Management team. Our commitment to providing exceptional service, building lasting relationships, and continually striving for excellence is what drives us every day. I am immensely proud of our collective efforts and the impact we have on our clients’ lives.”
New Amazon #1 Best Seller Book Release: “Retirement by Design”
In addition to his Forbes recognition, Don Hershberger is excited to announce the release of his new book, “Retirement by Design: Wealth Management for a Life of Inspiration.” The book has already become a #1 Best Seller on Amazon.
This transformative book offers innovative ideas and practical advice on crafting personalized retirement plans that go beyond simply managing money. It shows you how to focus on creating strategies tailored to your unique aspirations and lifestyle goals.
With over 40 years of experience in financial education and wealth management, Don brings invaluable insights to help you achieve financial freedom while living an inspired life. “Retirement by Design” is packed with actionable steps to ensure you can enjoy the life you’ve always dreamed of.
Three of Paramount Wealth’s team members, Donald Hershberger III, Brennan Clark CFP®, and Candace Hackborn CPWA®, CFP®, have each authored a chapter in this book. Donald covers the topic of creating a family legacy; Brennan outlines concerns for corporate executives and potential solutions, while Candace reviews the unique issues business owners face.
The book is already receiving praise from financial leaders. Alex Potts, former President of Buckingham Strategic Partners, notes in the foreword, “Don and team have accomplished the rare feat of solving the investor problem by making a complex topic simple and empowering readers to design their inspired life.”
About Don Hershberger
Don Hershberger is a recognized financial educator, bestselling author, speaker, and wealth advisor. He has been featured in the Wall Street Journal’s Market Watch, Yahoo Finance, American CEO, Morningstar, and others. As the creator of the Designed by Inspiration® process, he and his team have been helping business owners, executives, and families intentionally design their wealth in a way that shapes their most inspired life.
Don and his team are located at 420 S. Brown Street in Jackson. They can be reached at 517-787-4444 or by emailing advisors@paramountwealth.com.
About Forbes ranking of Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
The Forbes Top Wealth Advisors Best-in-State 2025 ranking, developed by SHOOK Research, is based on an algorithm of qualitative criteria, mostly gained through telephone and in-person due diligence interviews, and quantitative data. This ranking is based upon the period from 6/30/2023 to 6/30/2024 and was released on 4/8/2025. Those advisors that are considered have a minimum of seven years of experience, and the algorithm weighs factors like revenue trends, assets under management, compliance records, industry experience and those that encompass best practices in their practices and approach to working with clients. Portfolio performance is not a criteria due to varying client objectives and lack of audited data. Out of approximately 48,944 nominations, roughly 9,722 advisors received the award. This ranking is not indicative of an advisor’s future performance, is not an endorsement, and may not be representative of individual clients’ experience. Neither Raymond James nor any of its Financial Advisors or RIA firms pay a fee in exchange for this award/rating. Compensation provided for using the rating. Raymond James is not affiliated with Forbes or Shook Research, LLC. Please visit https://www.forbes.com/best-in-state-wealth-advisors/ for more info.
About Raymond James
Raymond James Financial, Inc. (NYSE: RJF) is a leading diversified financial services company providing private client group, capital markets, asset management, banking and other services to individuals, corporations and municipalities. Total client assets are $1.53 trillion. Public since 1983, the firm is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol RJF. Additional information is available at www.raymondjames.com. Raymond James & Associates, Inc., member New York Stock Exchange/SIPC.
