WEALTH ADVISOR
Paul Zoch, CFP®, CRPC®, CRPS®
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
CHARTERED RETIREMENT PLANNING COUNSELOR™
CHARTERED RETIREMENT PLANS SPECIALIST™
Personal & Professional Biography
I grew up in a Polish-American community in Connecticut before my family moved to South Florida when I was a young child. I graduated from Ely High School’s magnet program and was fortunate to receive multiple scholarships from the City of Pompano Beach, Bright Futures, and various banking organizations—opportunities that fueled my passion for finance and professional growth.
I earned my Bachelor of Science in Finance with a concentration in Taxation from Florida International University, graduating with a strong understanding of both the technical and strategic aspects of financial planning. Immediately after graduation, I began my career at a respected private wealth management firm, where I eventually led a team of advisors, helping clients navigate complex financial landscapes while providing thoughtful, personalized guidance.
Becoming a father to my two daughters, Anabell and Jesenia, strengthened my determination not only to protect and support my family, but also to leverage the knowledge and experience I gained from financial planning to build a strong foundation for the future. Today, they are graduates of the University of Central Florida and Florida Atlantic University, pursuing their careers and passions.
I now reside in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, enjoying life as an empty nester in a blended family, sharing my time with my wife, Deborah, our adult children, and a lively household of four dogs. You may find me on a tennis court, golf course, or boating with friends and family.
Through my experience and long-term client relationships, I have developed an approach to simplify complexity, allowing clients to feel organized, confident, and fully supported. At the center of this approach is a singular focus: giving clients the rarest luxury of all—time and space.
This philosophy reflects not only how I work with clients, but also how I approach life: with purpose, clarity, and intentionality. By helping clients navigate complexity and focus on what truly matters, I aim to create lasting value—not just in wealth, but in the freedom to live fully, pursue passions, and leave a meaningful legacy for the next generation.
Professional Profile
Educational Background:
Bachelor of Science in Finance, Concentration in Taxation
Florida International University, Miami, FL
Professional Registrations:
CFP®
CRPC®
CRPS®
CFP® – CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™: Expertise in comprehensive financial planning, including investments, retirement, tax strategies, insurance, and estate planning, dedicated to helping clients achieve long-term financial goals.
CRPC® – CHARTERED RETIREMENT PLANNING COUNSELOR™: Specializes in retirement planning, including retirement income strategies, investment guidance, tax-efficient planning, and estate management.
CRPS® – CHARTERED RETIREMENT PLANS SPECIALIST™: Focuses on employer-sponsored retirement plans, including plan design, administration, compliance, and maximizing participant retirement readiness.
Recognition:
Honored as Best Wealth Advisor in the 2026 Florida Villager’s Best of the Best Readers’ Choice Awards
Active member of the Financial Planning Association of Miami
Experience:
25+ years of private wealth management providing trusted financial guidance to high-net-worth clients
15 years as a leader, practitioner, and trainer at recognized private wealth institutions
Portfolio Management Expertise – constructing diversified, goal-aligned investment strategies
Retirement Income Strategies – designing sustainable, tax-efficient retirement plans
Tax Management, Preparation & Advising – minimizing tax impact, preparing returns, and providing ongoing guidance
Trust & Estate Planning – protecting and efficiently transferring assets across generations
Business Consultant – advising small to mid-size companies on business management software and operational efficiencies