West McGowan

We help highly compensated professionals optimize their wealth via targeted strategies so they can retire on their terms

West McGowan, CFP®, CLU®, ChFC®, is a Wealth Management Advisor at McGowan & Associates, a Northwestern Mutual affiliate, specializing in helping highly compensated professionals optimize tax efficiencies, grow and protect wealth, and retire on their own terms.

McGowan & Associates focuses on creating comprehensive financial plans that connect clients' financial status to their life goals. They specialize in protecting families and assets, optimizing tax efficiencies, achieving retirement objectives, and balancing investment risk with desired returns to provide clients with financial peace and confidence about the future.

West holds a B.S. in Insurance & Risk Management and Finance from the University of South Carolina. He has prior experience as an Insurance Account Representative at State Farm Insurance and as a Page at the South Carolina State House.

For individuals seeking financial clarity and guidance, West offers complimentary 15-minute Financial Planning Sessions where strategies and ideas tailored to the individual's situation are discussed. To schedule a session, reach out via email at west.mcgowan@nm.com or text at (803)727-3078.