Our Advisors

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Founder, President & CEO

Ryan Craner

     For 30 years Ryan has been a leading advisor in the fields of advanced tax, estate, retirement, and investment planning. He has always educated consumers to avoid mistakes and pitfalls with their financial decisions. Ryan founded Strategic Planning Group to help consumers avoid piecemeal planning and simply buying products and instead create an all-inclusive written Strategic Plan™. A Strategic Plan™ is to your financial life what a blueprint is to building a home. This custom approach which began as a simple idea has grown Strategic Planning Group into a trusted and established firm. Taking the “client advocate” and “consumer protection” approach, Ryan has always viewed every client as a long term and very important relationship.
John Park

Wealth Management Advisor

John Park

     John is an accomplished investment manager and financial advisor with over 18 years of experience. He has excelled in providing personalized financial guidance, focusing on education to empower clients in making informed decisions. With expertise in creating and managing effective investment models, John crafts tailored strategies for retirement savings, aligning with clients' long-term goals. Recognized for his exceptional expertise and dedication, he is a trusted advisor who builds long-lasting relationships, offering ongoing support as clients navigate financial milestones.

     Whether planning for retirement, seeking wealth growth, or in need of comprehensive financial advice, John is a reliable partner committed to guiding you towards sound decisions for your family's financial success.

Tom Craner

Wealth Management Advisor

Tom Craner

As a Wealth Management Advisor, Tom combines expertise in managing high net worth estates with a genuine passion for guiding clients from all walks of life. His philosophy in retirement and estate planning is centered on creating tailored strategies that accommodate the needs of those with substantial assets and those building their financial foundation. Tom believes that everyone deserves a pathway to a comfortable and meaningful retirement, aligned with their unique lifestyles and values.

Living in Murray, UT, with his wife and daughter, Tom's own life is a testament to the value of family and the diverse financial goals that come with it. He understands that financial planning is deeply personal, whether it's safeguarding a family legacy or laying the groundwork for future generations. Tom ensures your financial plan is a quiet powerhouse in the background of your life, giving you the luxury to focus less on your financial security and legacy, and more on the passions, people, and pursuits that make life meaningful.

Alex Craner

Wealth Management Advisor

Alex Craner

     Alex Craner takes pride in supporting his clients through financial, investment, and retirement strategies. He also helps guide individuals with advanced tax and estate planning. Educating consumers is a key role of his to assist in developing the tools that may be needed for a greater financial future.
 
     Comprehensive counseling with achievable and time-based goal setting for life and estate planning without secrets or short-cuts are ingrained features of Alex’s service at Strategic Planning Group. His skill in streamlining methods with portfolio research and the cultivation of thriving relationships with clients is an important focus of his. Alex revels at being a part of his client’s happiness and accomplishments as they strive for a greater retirement.
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Chief Compliance Officer

Jeff Draper

     Jeff has an extensive background in compliance, retirement plans, investments, financial planning, and relationship management. Prior to joining Strategic Planning Group, Jeff worked with another local advisory firm providing retirement and investment guidance to clients.  Jeff has also worked as a securities examiner for the Utah Division of Securities and has provided compliance consulting services to several advisory companies.

     Jeff enjoys traveling, swimming, cooking, coding, and playing video games. Jeff is always on the lookout for the next adventure that he can enjoy with his three kids.

Mat Park

Wealth Management Advisor

Mat Park

     Mat has played a pivotal role in helping structure wealth management, investment, and retirement strategies. He is committed to providing personalized, results-driven guidance. With over two decades of experience across various industries, Mat ensures that individuals benefit from sound strategies in goal setting and wealth preservation.

     His approach to financial planning emphasizes clear, achievable goals and the long-term success of each client, without shortcuts or one-size-fits-all solutions. Mat is passionate about helping clients achieve their financial aspirations, and he takes pride in cultivating lasting relationships, ensuring they have the tools and knowledge for a secure financial future.