Our Team

Austin initiated his career in financial services in 2011 as an intern at a major life insurance company. In 2012, he successfully passed the Series 65 exam, six months prior to graduating from Northwood University. Upon graduating from Northwood University on a Saturday, he promptly transitioned into a role as a financial advisor the following Monday. Austin's primary passion lies in spending quality time with his family. Whether it's a simple outing or a grand adventure, cherished moments with his wife Brianna, son Nolan, and daughter Laney are his greatest joy.

Committed to professional excellence, Austin earned the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation in 2018 and the Accredited Investment Fiduciary® (AIF®) designation in 2024. He is passionate about personal finance and dedicated to crafting comprehensive financial plans that deliver tangible and measurable results.

As a fiduciary, Austin prioritizes his clients' best interests. He founded Wealth Ease Wealth Management with the goal of simplifying complex wealth management strategies and providing exceptional service that exceeds client expectations.

Todd Candelaria was born and raised in Marshall, Michigan. He pursued accounting and finance at Central Michigan University, graduating in 2019. After graduation and obtaining his CPA license, Todd relocated to Kalamazoo, where he worked as a financial auditor for a regional CPA firm. He later moved to Grand Rapids, serving as a financial analyst for a large building products distributor. Not only is Todd an Investment Advisor for WEWM, but he also owns his own CPA practice with the goal of serving local clients and small businesses with tailored tax solutions.