Freedom to Make the Right Decisions for Your Clients

We're "Client First" Centric

As a boutique, fully-independent firm, we're not beholden to the restrictions of large institutional agendas. That means you'll have the opportunity to operate and serve clients as a true fiduciary.

Our primary core value is 'Clients First' above all. We are passionate about providing our clients with informed financial decision-making guidance within the framework of a bespoke end-to-end, fiduciary-led, wealth management experience.

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We Keep Things Separate

In order to focus on what's best for our clients, we operate in a Triangulation of Advice™. This keeps our financial advice independent from where assets are in custody and separate from where financial products are sold.

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We're Boutique, But Mighty

Independent doesn't mean alone. We decided to partner with and be powered by Dynasty Financial Partners.

That means you have access to advanced advisor technologies, institutional-grade resources, intellectual expertise - and over $100B in asset buying power. This allows us to "shop the street" and find the perfect providers for your clients - avoiding any special interests.

You'll also have back-office functions covered including compliance, HR, marketing and succession planning. It's all designed to maximize client-facing activities, while minimizing administrative drag.

Affiliation Opportunities For Advisors & Firms

Whether you are an independent or a breakaway advisor, DecisionMap Wealth Management is open to having experienced advisors who also espouse a 'Clients First' ethos to join our team. Additionally, we're open to M&A opportunities with successful independent RIA firms.

Our partnership with Dynasty Financial Partners provides us with an institutional-grade platform, industry expertise and vast resources, all while maintaining our complete independence. Dynasty is also one of the industry leaders in breakaway transitions, as well as offers investment banking services.

The First Decision is Moving Forward

At DecisionMap Wealth, we are building something different. If you're considering a move to independence, reach out to us today to start the conversation with one of our founding partners. We believe that you'll be glad you did.

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One Great Decision Leads to Another

DecisionMap Wealth Management was originally founded in 2023 by CFP® Professionals who have worked together for almost 20 years, first as an independent RIA, then with Goldman Sachs Personal Financial Management, and now as an independent RIA once again.

Headquartered in Great Falls, Virginia with an additional office in Atlanta, Georgia, the advisory team has over 75 years of wealth management experience.

Meet Your Team

Paul Bennett, Ph.D., MSF, CFP®

CEO & Founder

A native Washingtonian, Paul has over three decades of wealth management experience.  Prior to co-founding DecisionMap Wealth Management with Mark Weber, he worked as a vice president for Goldman Sachs and was a managing director for United Capital Financial Advisors.  He was also the founder of Bennett Financial Corporation and Private Wealth Advisers as well as co-founder of c5 Wealth Management.

Paul specializes in providing wealth management advice to executives, entrepreneurs, professionals and retirees.  Paul’s unique approach involves demystifying complicated financial jargon and simplifying concepts, a skill refined through years of helping clients make confident decisions. His doctoral work, which delved deep into investor behavior and utilized methods to enhance the investing experience, provides a unique perspective in the industry.

Paul is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional (CFP®), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®) and Behavioral Financial Advisor (BFA).  He holds a postdoctoral Master of Science in applied analytics from Columbia University and a Ph.D. in economics from SMC University.  Paul also holds a Master of Science in finance from Indiana University Kelley School of Business and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Florida.

Paul is a published author of books and articles on investments, personal finance and economics.  His most recent book is entitled, "The Money Navigator: The Essential Guide to Living Your Ideal Financial Life."  He also has served as a subject matter expert for the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, contributing to the development of examination questions for the CFP® certification examination.

Paul was previously a member of the board of directors of the Rotary Foundation of Great Falls, Virginia, and served on the board of trustees for Capital Hospice as well as the finance and planning giving advisory committees.

In his free time, Paul enjoys playing pickleball, traveling and spending time with his family, reading nonfiction and playing an occasional round of golf.

Paul Bennett, Ph.D., MSF, CFP®

CEO & Founder

"We launched DecisionMap to help clients express their beliefs,
goals and values in order for them to gain a better
understanding of the associated trade-offs."

Paul Bennett, Ph.D., MSF, CFP®

CEO & Founder

A native Washingtonian, Paul has over three decades of wealth management experience.  Prior to co-founding DecisionMap Wealth Management with Mark Weber, he worked as a vice president for Goldman Sachs and was a managing director for United Capital Financial Advisors.  He was also the founder of Bennett Financial Corporation and Private Wealth Advisers as well as co-founder of c5 Wealth Management.

Paul specializes in providing wealth management advice to executives, entrepreneurs, professionals and retirees.  Paul’s unique approach involves demystifying complicated financial jargon and simplifying concepts, a skill refined through years of helping clients make confident decisions. His doctoral work, which delved deep into investor behavior and utilized methods to enhance the investing experience, provides a unique perspective in the industry.

Paul is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional (CFP®), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®) and Behavioral Financial Advisor (BFA).  He holds a postdoctoral Master of Science in applied analytics from Columbia University and a Ph.D. in economics from SMC University.  Paul also holds a Master of Science in finance from Indiana University Kelley School of Business and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Florida.

Paul is a published author of books and articles on investments, personal finance and economics.  His most recent book is entitled, "The Money Navigator: The Essential Guide to Living Your Ideal Financial Life."  He also has served as a subject matter expert for the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, contributing to the development of examination questions for the CFP® certification examination.

Paul was previously a member of the board of directors of the Rotary Foundation of Great Falls, Virginia, and served on the board of trustees for Capital Hospice as well as the finance and planning giving advisory committees.

In his free time, Paul enjoys playing pickleball, traveling and spending time with his family, reading nonfiction and playing an occasional round of golf.

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Mark Weber, CFP®, CFA®

President & Founder

Mark is a skilled and practiced professional with more than two decades of experience in the wealth management industry. After honing his skills at Great Falls Financial Services & c5 Wealth Management from 2001 to 2013, he spent six years at United Capital as a wealth manager and managing director, and four years as a vice president at Goldman Sachs PFM. In 2023, Mark co-founded the independent firm DecisionMap Wealth Management with Paul Bennett, where they diligently serve clients today.

Early in his career, in the wake of the dot-com bubble, Mark was inspired to provide a more holistic impact on the clients he served. “It provided an important lesson that investments are only one piece of the puzzle,” says Mark. “I wanted to understand the full picture of how clients want to live their lives and help them design a roadmap to achieve it.”

Mark holds a Bachelor of Science in biology from James Madison University and a master’s in financial services from the American College of Financial Services. He became a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional in 2003 and earned the Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA®) designation in 2011.

When not at the office, Mark enjoys international travel and outdoor adventures such as hiking and kayaking with his family and their goldendoodle, Sonny.

Mark Weber, CFP®, CFA®

President & Founder

"If life is the sum of all the choices and decisions that we make,
then DecisionMap exists to guide clients confidently along
the path of their financial journeys."

Mark Weber, CFP®, CFA®

President & Founder

Mark is a skilled and practiced professional with more than two decades of experience in the wealth management industry. After honing his skills at Great Falls Financial Services & c5 Wealth Management from 2001 to 2013, he spent six years at United Capital as a wealth manager and managing director, and four years as a vice president at Goldman Sachs PFM. In 2023, Mark co-founded the independent firm DecisionMap Wealth Management with Paul Bennett, where they diligently serve clients today.

Early in his career, in the wake of the dot-com bubble, Mark was inspired to provide a more holistic impact on the clients he served. “It provided an important lesson that investments are only one piece of the puzzle,” says Mark. “I wanted to understand the full picture of how clients want to live their lives and help them design a roadmap to achieve it.”

Mark holds a Bachelor of Science in biology from James Madison University and a master’s in financial services from the American College of Financial Services. He became a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional in 2003 and earned the Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA®) designation in 2011.

When not at the office, Mark enjoys international travel and outdoor adventures such as hiking and kayaking with his family and their goldendoodle, Sonny.

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Luke Avery

Assistant Vice President, Relationship Manager

In his role as AVP and Relationship Manager at DecisionMap Wealth Management, Luke is focused on fostering strong, enduring connections with clients and crafting investment approaches that cater to their distinct needs and aspirations. Luke’s professional career began at Goldman Sachs as an analyst, where he gained valuable experience working with affluent individuals and families.

Luke holds a Bachelor of Science in business management from the School of Business at George Mason University.

In his free time, Luke enjoys spending time with his family, tinkering with his cars and practicing the guitar.

Luke Avery

Assistant Vice President, Relationship Manager

"I find great purpose in working closely with clients to understand their unique situation and goals,
by helping create personalized strategies that
offer a clear and actionable path."

Luke Avery

Assistant Vice President, Relationship Manager

In his role as AVP and Relationship Manager at DecisionMap Wealth Management, Luke is focused on fostering strong, enduring connections with clients and crafting investment approaches that cater to their distinct needs and aspirations. Luke’s professional career began at Goldman Sachs as an analyst, where he gained valuable experience working with affluent individuals and families.

Luke holds a Bachelor of Science in business management from the School of Business at George Mason University.

In his free time, Luke enjoys spending time with his family, tinkering with his cars and practicing the guitar.

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Sandy Sitler

Vice President, Client Service

As VP of Client Service at DecisionMap Wealth Management, Sandy brings with her over 20 years of financial experience. With a robust background in client relations, Sandy has a wealth of knowledge and understands the importance of providing clients with a positive experience. Her expertise lies in addressing client inquiries, managing account details and providing comprehensive support that aligns with our firm’s commitment to excellence.

Prior to joining DecisionMap Wealth Management, Sandy worked as a client service manager at Goldman Sachs, United Capital and c5 Wealth Management.

When out of the office, Sandy enjoys hiking, biking, and spending time with friends, family, and her beloved chow chow, Sachi.

Sandy Sitler

Vice President, Client Service

"I truly enjoy being the initial touchpoint for our clients, knowing they depend on excellent service. The added satisfaction comes from contributing to their brighter
and more secure financial future."

Sandy Sitler

Vice President, Client Service

As VP of Client Service at DecisionMap Wealth Management, Sandy brings with her over 20 years of financial experience. With a robust background in client relations, Sandy has a wealth of knowledge and understands the importance of providing clients with a positive experience. Her expertise lies in addressing client inquiries, managing account details and providing comprehensive support that aligns with our firm’s commitment to excellence.

Prior to joining DecisionMap Wealth Management, Sandy worked as a client service manager at Goldman Sachs, United Capital and c5 Wealth Management.

When out of the office, Sandy enjoys hiking, biking, and spending time with friends, family, and her beloved chow chow, Sachi.

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Luke Bennett

Managing Director

Luke has over 25 years of experience in financial services and wealth management. He has worked for a large regional financial institution and a global investment bank where his clients included state pension funds, hedge funds, family offices, executives and family-owned businesses.

An entrepreneur at heart, Luke specializes in providing customized financial solutions to executives, venture-backed founders and closely-held businesses. Working in a fiduciary capacity and through a comprehensive financial planning framework, Luke serves his clients with the old adage, “simpler is better”.

Luke received his Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from the Owen Graduate School of Management at Vanderbilt University and a B.A. from the University of Florida.

In his spare time, Luke enjoys playing golf and tennis and spending time with his family.

Luke Bennett

Managing Director

"I’m thrilled to be a part of DecisionMap. It gives me the opportunity to provide a great breadth and depth of investment options, all within an independent,
fiduciary framework."

Luke Bennett

Managing Director

Luke has over 25 years of experience in financial services and wealth management. He has worked for a large regional financial institution and a global investment bank where his clients included state pension funds, hedge funds, family offices, executives and family-owned businesses.

An entrepreneur at heart, Luke specializes in providing customized financial solutions to executives, venture-backed founders and closely-held businesses. Working in a fiduciary capacity and through a comprehensive financial planning framework, Luke serves his clients with the old adage, “simpler is better”.

Luke received his Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from the Owen Graduate School of Management at Vanderbilt University and a B.A. from the University of Florida.

In his spare time, Luke enjoys playing golf and tennis and spending time with his family.

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