MARY BETH MCLEAN

MY FINANCIAL SERVICES CAREER BEGAN IN 2004

I love what I do — and I think of myself as a financial caregiver. In fact, I considered a career in nursing, but realized I did not have the “patience” (pun intended!) for it. I devote much of my current practice working with women, often in transition, to learn how to take control of their financial matters. The most satisfying part of this profession is to watch our clients become empowered. I help my clients conceive their future, relieve their fears and achieve their dreams.

MY PRIVATE VISTA

I like being active! Running has been a pastime for over 30 years, and I hope to run — or maybe speed walk — another marathon. My other passions are reading, travel and golf. The thing in which I take the most pleasure, however, is time spent with my family which currently includes two grandchildren! There is nothing better than an evening with friends enjoying a delicious meal, a good bottle of wine and great conversation. In my Private Vista, I see my husband and I becoming more engaged in various charities we have supported through the years, particularly in the area of education. I also look forward to watching my children live their own happy and fulfilled lives and eventually enjoying their own Private Vista!

COMMUNITY

• Board, Family Shelter Service, a Domestic Violence Center

• Board, Metropolitan Services DuPage

• Founding member, Elmhurst College and Community

• 100 Women Who Care, Elmhurst Chapter

• Assistance League of Chicago West

• Former Chairman, Scholarship Dinner for Elmhurst College

• Former Member, Women’s’ Auxiliary Board, Brookfield Zoo

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, St. Mary’s College Notre Dame

• Master of Business Administration, Northwestern University