<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2LcCOz_1GvuELPC00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2LcCOz_1GvuELPC00" width="904" height="1280" ></figure>1.What is your name, hometown and current role?My name is Gina Mauller-Crane. I was raised in Holt Summit, MO and traveled the small distance to attend Mizzou, where I graduated with my Bachelor and Master’s degrees. I’ve lived in CoMO ever since! I am a Vice President, Financial Advisor, and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management.2. Tell us a little about yourself—family, children, pets or anything else you’d like to share.My husband (a Columbia native) and I have happily raised our blended family of four and have recently welcomed four grandchildren. I am an avid reader and I enjoy traveling (domestic and international), fitness and exploring nature with our three overindulged dogs.3. How would your friends or coworkers describe you?I asked a couple coworkers, and they shared the following:“Gina is a dynamic and client-focused leader who combines extensive industry knowledge with a genuine passion for helping others. She is known for her inclusive leadership style, thoughtful organization, and unwavering commitment to putting clients first. She leads with confidence while empowering those around her, creating a collaborative environment built on trust, respect, and shared success. Her positive personality, strong work ethic, and genuine desire to do what is right make her not only an exceptional leader but also a wonderful person to work with.”“Gina’s genuine compassion, exceptional trustworthiness, and ability to build meaningful relationships make her not only a valued colleague but someone who earns the respect and admiration of everyone fortunate enough to work with her.”4. What do you enjoy most about your role or company?The relationships. Personal financial planning is about so much more than numbers and finances. I love truly getting to know my clients (and their families), understanding what matters most to them, and helping them navigate life’s biggest decisions. Seeing clients gain confidence and peace of mind from having a thoughtful plan in place is incredibly rewarding.5. What inspired you to pursue your career, and how did you get started?I’ve always enjoyed helping people solve problems and make informed decisions. Early in my career, I realized that financial planning gave me the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives. Over the years, I’ve learned that my favorite part of the profession isn’t managing money—it’s building trusted relationships and helping clients live with greater confidence and purpose, and often building financial plans that will leave a family legacy by growing generational wealth and community impact.6. What are you currently reading, watching or listening to?Aside from my daily dose of industry research, e-news, books, and podcasts, I’m an avid reader and typically finish three to four books a month. I gravitate toward personal growth, leadership, and healthy aging, but lately I’ve re-entered my fiction era, especially thrillers and mysteries. I’m currently enjoying authors like Andrea Bartz and Freida McFadden, along with Elin Hilderbrand. On the nonfiction side, I recently finished The Third Door: The Mindset of Success and The Five Types of Wealth.7. What recent accomplishment or personal milestone are you proud of?After over a decade with my former firm, I recently took a calculated risk, and in some ways a leap of faith, moving my seasoned practice and team to a new firm earlier this year. I believe some of our greatest growth happens when we’re willing to get uncomfortable and trust ourselves enough to take that next step. I’m proud I had the courage to do just that and excited about this next chapter.8. What do you value most about being part of Women’s Network?Early in my career, I was very active in Women’s Network and served in several steering committee leadership roles. Those experiences helped me build confidence, develop my leadership skills, and form relationships that have played an important role in my career.While my thriving practice doesn’t allow me to be as active today, I attribute much of my growth to the connections and opportunities Women’s Network gave me early on. For me, it’s always been about the friendships and connections. There’s something special about being surrounded by talented, supportive women who genuinely want to see one another succeed. Over the years, I’ve gained wonderful friendships, new perspectives, and connections I might never have made otherwise.9. What is a fun or surprising fact people may not know about you?Fun facts about me:1. I love to dance, especially hip-hop and country line dancing.2. I occasionally make up my own words. My husband jokes that my mouth simply can’t keep up with my overcharged, fast-moving brain.3. I came from very humble beginnings. I grew up in poverty, living in public housing and a trailer park throughout my youth. I was raised by an incredibly loving, hardworking single mom, and as the youngest of four children, I became the first in my family to graduate from college. Those beginnings shaped my work ethic, my perspective, and my gratitude for where life has taken me.4. I never leave home without three things: my cell phone, my lip gloss, and my sense of humor!10. How can fellow members support, refer or connect with you?I’d love to get to know more members of our growing community. If you know someone approaching retirement, navigating a major life transition, or looking for a new trusted financial advisor, I’d be honored to have a conversation with them. And even if there’s no business opportunity involved, I’m always happy to meet for coffee, lunch, or simply learn more about what you’re passionate about and how we might support one another.Let’s Connect: Gina Mauller-Crane, CFP® – Financial Advisor in Columbia, MO 65203 | Merrill</div></body>

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My name is Gina Mauller-Crane. I was raised in Holt Summit, MO and traveled the small distance to attend Mizzou, where I graduated with my Bachelor and Master’s degrees. I’ve lived in CoMO ever since! I am a Vice President, Financial Advisor, and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management.

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My name is Gina Mauller-Crane. I was raised in Holt Summit, MO and traveled the small distance to attend Mizzou, where I graduated with my Bachelor and Mas

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