Our Team
Ken Fervida, CLU ChFC
Investment Advisor Representative
Ken Fervida began his career in May 1987 when he joined James L. Hartman and Associates. In 1998 Ken bought the firm from James Hartman and has brought Fervida Financial Strategies, LLC to where they are today.
He has completed his Chartered Financial Consultant and Chartered Life Underwriter's professional designations from the American College. Ken is also licensed as a life, health, disability and long term care insurance agent. He also holds a series 6, 7, 63 and 66 securities license and is licensed as an Investment Advisor Representative through Osaic Wealth, Inc.
He believes as an independent advisor he can take a unbiased approach to designing investment and insurance plans to help meet his client's individual needs and make any necessary adjustments as their lives change.
Over the years Ken has spoken in numerous workshops and seminars on various subjects ranging from insurance, investments, estate and retirement planning, Social Security and employee benefits.
Ken and his wife have two grown children and three grandchildren. When not in the office, he enjoys time with family, the outdoors, golf, and travel. Ken servies as a volunteer on the board of Hubbard Hill Senior Community. Ken has been a life long resident of Elkhart County.
Taylor Fervida
Investment Advisor Representative
Taylor Fervida began his career at Fervida Financial Strategies, LLC in August 2012. He holds Series 7 and 66 securities investment licenses and is licensed as an Investment Advisor Representative through Osaic Wealth, Inc. He is also licensed as a life, health, and disability income insurance advisor. Along with certification to handle Medicare Supplements and Advantage plans.
Prior to joining FFS, Taylor graduated from Grace College with a double major in Business Administration and Marketing.
When not in the office, he enjoys spending quality time with his wife, Jennifer, and their three children. Taylor serves on three non-profit ministry boards and in lay-leadership roles in Nappanee Missionary Church. He is an avid outdoorsman with enjoyment in camping, backpacking, hunting, and biking.
Tarrence Trusty
Registered Assistant
Tarrence Trusty joined Fervida Financial Strategies, LLC in October of 2023 as a registered assistant. He holds series 7, 63, and 65 securities licenses, as well as a life and health insurance license. Tarrence has over 20 years of experience in the financial sector and has been in the financial services industry since 2019.
Tarrence earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Indiana Wesleyan University, and he has a Master of Arts degree from Taylor University.
He and his wife Melinda have been married for more than 25 years, have 3 adult children, and 1 grandchild. He and his family live in the Wabash area, where they attend church at Bachelor Creek Church of Christ. Outside of work, Tarrence enjoys a variety of outdoor activities including camping, canoeing, and biking.
Nicole Hochstetler
Client Relations Director
Nicole Hochstetler joined Fervida Financial Strategies, LLC in June of 2020. Her mission is to bring exceptional customer service, build strong relationships and unparalleled service to our valued clients.
Nicole assists with client relationship management, communications, operations and administrative support between the client and FFS team of advisors.
Prior to joining FFS, Nicole had worked in the retail industry for 30+ years. Nicole has three adult children. Outside of work, Nicole enjoys the outdoors, traveling, and baking.