Elise was born and raised in Belvidere, Illinois, and attended Illinois State University in Normal, Illinois. She graduated summa cum laude from ISU in May 2021 with a double major in finance and risk management and insurance, along with a minor in financial planning. While at Illinois State, Elise played on the women's club volleyball team and was the club's treasurer.
She started her internship with Crabtree Financial Group her sophomore year in the summer of 2019. She joined the firm as a full-time employee after graduation, developing a client service role on the path to becoming an advisor. In May of 2024, Elise became an Associate Financial Advisor. She has completed various financial licenses and obtained her CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) certification. She works directly with Bryan to provide comprehensive retirement planning strategies, risk management and insurance, and portfolio analysis for all our client needs.
Outside of work, Elise lives in the Chicago suburbs and enjoys spending time outdoors, exploring the city, and being with family and friends.