Shawn Rooney

Senior Lead Planner

Shawn Rooney

Shawn has 20 years of experience as a CFP, Financial Planner/Advisor and has helped hundreds of couples and individuals plan for and attain their financial goals. Before his career in financial services, he was a Professor of Education and English, helping hundreds of college students with their academic and career goals. Through both of his education and financial careers, Shawn has been able to do what he’s most passionate about: coaching, teaching, advising and leading others to achieve both personal and financial victories. Currently, Shawn lives in the greater Chicago area with his amazing. talented wife and his two amazing, talented sons. Outside of Facet, Shawn and his wife enjoy watching their sons’ live rock concerts and musical performances.

Education: Loyola University Chicago, B.A. English; Northern Illinois University, M.A. English; Rockford University, graduate work in Education.

"You do what you say you're going to do, and you do it when you say you're going to do it. You're honest about it. You make mistakes, and you accept responsibility for those mistakes. It's really not that complicated." - Howard Buffett

Get to know Shawn

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My son, Jack, nailing another solo at one of their rock concerts!
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My son, Colin: drummer and engine of their rock band…never misses a beat!
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The Love of my life!
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My sons posing with two of their greatest fans after the show.

Who has had the greatest influence on your career?

Jesus, Jim Rohn, Tony Robbins, and Ray Dalio

What topic could you give an hour-long presentation on with little to no preparation?

80’s Music

Where's your favorite place in the world?

Big Sky, MT

What’s the top destination on your must-visit list?

Ireland