Our Team

Tony was raised in Lenawee County on the east side of the state. He graduated from Grand Valley State University and was also a member of the varsity tennis team. After graduation, he began his career in financial services and has been serving his clients since the year 2000. Mr. Ries holds the professional designations of Certified Financial Planner, Chartered Financial Consultant, and Registered Financial Consultant, and is a Partner at Hayden Ries Investment Management. Tony specializes in Financial Planning, Investment Management, Retirement Planning, College Savings Programs, 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans, as well as Life Insurance Consulting. In his spare time, Tony enjoys spending his time around the water along West Michigan's lakeshore, as well as playing golf and tennis whenever time allows. He resides in Caledonia, Michigan with his wife Kristyn, daughter Alyssa, and son Evan.

Charles Hayden was raised in northern Kent County. He attended Western Michigan University and served in the XVIII Airborne Corps of the US Army. After his service, he began his career in financial services and has been serving his clients for over 20 years. Mr. Hayden holds the professional designation of Accredited Asset Management Specialist, Registered Financial Consultant and is a Partner at Hayden Ries Investment Management. Chuck specializes in asset management, investment analysis, financial planning for real estate owners, medium sized business owners, and charitable giving. In his spare time, Chuck is a Search and Rescue Instructor, travel writer and an expedition traveler. He resides in Lowell, Michigan with his wife Martha, daughter Charlotte, and son Noah.