
ABOUT US
Meet Our Team
We at Asset Preservation Tax & Insurance Services are committed to assisting our clients plan their financial future. Our focus includes estate planning, independent income tax service, financial, and insurance services. Our experienced financial planning advisors offer a wide range of different financial products and services to help our clients every step of the way.
Justin Carlson
President & Financial Planner
Justin Carlson, a graduate of Arizona State University with degrees in Political Science, Sociology, and an MBA, began his career in banking before transitioning to private investment and estate planning. After leading a firm to manage over $250 million in assets, he shifted focus to build a boutique financial services practice rooted in personal attention and high-quality advisement.
Lou Guglielmetti
Senior Account Managing Director
Lou Guglielmetti has worked in the insurance and financial industry since 2001. Lou helps clients navigate retirement planning through expert guidance in estate planning, taxes, insurance and savings strategies. A Ferris State University graduate, Lou is known for his honest, dedicated approach and deep knowledge of Social Security and tax planning.
John E. Lopez, CRPC
Senior Managing Director
John Lopez, a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (C.R.P.C.), serves both retiring and retired clients. Since 2000 John has focused on 401(k) rollovers, wealth preservation, and simplifying complex financial decisions. A lifelong Macomb County resident, John is known for his personalized, education-driven approach and deep commitment to both his clients and community.
Mike Doran
Financial / Insurance Consultant
Mike is a Financial Advisor who takes a consultative, personalized approach to helping business owners, families, and individuals plan for retirement and protect what matters most. With a background in the automotive industry and a degree from Northwood University, he now specializes in retirement income planning, insurance solutions, and customized strategies for business owners.
Shell Fornasiero
Client Relations Manager
Shell Fornasiero is our Client Relations Manager. She has over 20 years’ experience in sales, customer service and marketing. With her knowledge and client-oriented mindset, she offers a positive customer experience to help ensure client satisfaction.
Amy Guglielmetti
Admin & Event Manager
Bio coming soon!
Mary Mooney
Client Relations Liason
Mary Mooney, Client Relations Liaison, has worked with Asset Preservation since 1997.
Lisa Rogers
Enrolled Agent
Lisa Rogers was born in Dallas, Texas and attended Arizona State University. She received her IRS tax registration in 1998 and became an Enrolled Agent in 2012. Lisa serves as the go-between with the IRS and clients that may have tax issues.
Our History
Since February 1997, we have excelled at assisting our client’s needs. Asset Preservation advisors have always looked at the market differently and endeavor to be industry leaders. We specialize in Retirement Planning, Tax-Saving Strategies and Risk Management. Our team has many years of experience in the financial field, homes, taxes, estate planning and our specialty, Retirement Planning. With over $220 million safely managed client nest eggs, we counsel over 9,000 households statewide. Our time-tested strategies provide our clients with consistent growth, safety, tranquility and long-lasting success.