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About Aul Financial Group

Aul Financial Group is a team of seasoned veterans of the financial services industry. With education at the forefront, we aim to educate our clients on the services and products to help you have a more successful retirement, giving you more time with your family and loved ones.

Steven Aul ChFC®, RICP®

President and CEO, Investment Adviser Representative

Steven Aul holds ChFC®, CLU, and RICP® designations and graduated from Ball State, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting. He is a recognized financial commentator, co-author, radio host, and licensed insurance agent.

Known to his colleagues and clients as a seasoned and experienced independent financial professional, he regularly conducts financial workshops and hosts “The Aul Financial Hour — Your Money Matters” radio show on KMOX 1120 AM as well as “The Money Report: Planning Your Retirement” on CBS.

Steve resides in Ballwin with his wife, Lori, and their dog, Sophie. His passions include motorcycles, scuba diving, Corvettes, volunteering with local charities, participating in church activities, and spending time with his family.

Steve holds a Series 66 designation. The core guiding principles of what Steve has vowed to do include:

  • Acting with prudence; that is, with the skill, care, diligence, and good judgment of a professional.
  • Providing transparent, full, and fair disclosure of all important facts.
  • Mitigating and disclosing any conflicts of interest.

Steve believes in full transparency in his practice and designations.

Mel Brandon

Investment Adviser Representative

Since 1991, Mel Brandon has worked in the areas of retirement preservation and income planning strategies for those in and nearing retirement.

Mel works with clients across the country, structuring customized financial strategies to address issues compromising their lifestyle. Realizing there are many options available to clients, Mel is careful to listen to the needs and concerns of each client’s financial situation before delving into a solution to help reach their goals.

By providing a suite of insurance products, he assists clients with life insurance, fixed annuities, and long-term care insurance as they may apply to retirement strategies, legacy-planning strategies, asset protection, and income generation based on each client’s needs.

Mel enjoys interacting with people and prides himself on having a great sense of humor. Mel was a regular guest speaker for a national organization that trained and educated financial professionals from all over the country. This drove him to stay on top of new options available in the industry. He brings this experience to every client meeting, educating each client on their options before helping assist them in the execution of their decisions. Mel has written articles for Money, Fortune, and Forbes.

Mel has three sons, all of whom work in the financial services industry. He attended the University of Tennessee and from there joined the Air Force Strategic Air Command as a systems analyst. After leaving the Air Force, Mel worked in sales management and training before transitioning over to the financial realm. He enjoys reading a good book, loves to learn new strategies and concepts, and also happens to be a movie buff.

Mel is Series 65 licensed. The core guiding principles of what Mel has vowed to do include:

  • Acting with prudence; that is, with the skill, care, diligence, and good judgment of a professional.
  • Providing transparent, full, and fair disclosure of all important facts.
  • Mitigating and disclosing any conflicts of interest.

Mel believes in full transparency in his practice and products.

Stacy Hamm

Administrative Assistant

Stacy has been in the office and administration field for over 29 years. She brings tremendous experience and efficiency to Aul Financial Group.

Stacy and her husband, Trent, have three wonderful children, Becca, Alex, and Carter. Her faith and church community are very important to her, and she loves spending time with her family, especially boating and relaxing at the Lake of the Ozarks. Other hobbies are reading, card playing, and board games, and her favorite team is the St. Louis Cardinals.

Chris Brandon, CFP®

Director of Operations

As an instrumental asset to Aul Financial Group, Chris takes part in a variety of tasks around the office, including client case design and product and fund research.

Chris has been in the financial services industry since 1996 and has earned the Certified Financial Planner™ certification. His work behind the scenes helps keep things at the office running smoothly and efficiently on a daily basis.

We believe communication is the key to building a successful working relationship. Chris is a seasoned veteran connecting with all our clients, enabling our team to stay informed and educated on your goals and ambitions. This, along with an impeccable level of customer service, helps keep clients happy and thriving. Be sure to schedule your annual reviews through Chris, which will provide us with better insight when helping you make decisions regarding insurance policies and financial products.

Chris has a daughter, Diamand. He enjoys bowling, reading, and spending time with his family.