About Us

About Forum Advisory Services

Proudly serving Columbia, MO with financial guidance grounded in clarity, structure, and long-term relationships.

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Built for Long-Term Financial Decisions.


How We Help You

Financial decisions often become more complex as life progresses—especially when retirement, taxes, and legacy planning begin to overlap. Many people find themselves trying to coordinate multiple moving parts without a clear framework to guide them. Forum Advisory Services was built around a structured planning approach designed to bring those decisions together into one cohesive strategy. With more than 35 years of experience serving individuals, families, and business owners in mid-Missouri, the firm provides a consistent, local resource for making confident financial choices.

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Our mission is to help people move from uncertainty to clarity by providing structured financial guidance that supports confident, informed decisions.

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Our Mission

What You Can Expect From Us Every Day

  • Clarity First

    Financial decisions can feel overwhelming when everything seems connected. A structured planning approach helps simplify complex choices so you can understand what matters most and what to do next.

  • Local Accessibility

    Working with someone nearby makes it easier to ask questions and stay engaged. With an office in Columbia, you have the option to meet, call, or connect in a way that fits your life.

  • Structured Guidance

    Without a clear process, important decisions can feel reactive. A defined planning framework keeps each step intentional and aligned with your broader financial picture.

  • Transparency You Can Check

    Trust matters when making financial decisions. You’re encouraged to verify credentials and background through independent tools like BrokerCheck before moving forward.

Who We Are

Meet Our TEam

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Bryan Bolten, ChFC

Owner / Wealth Advisor

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Hollie McEvoy

Business Development Manager

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Mike Crews

Brand & Marketing Manager

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Jacob Cunningham

Planning Specialist

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Marisa Barrier

Client Services Administrator