Our Team
Gregory N. Frankos, CPA
Financial Advisor
Phone 410.821.8844
Fax 410.820.0511
gfrankos@htk.com Gregory (“Greg”) Frankos, CPA, joined Pioneer Financial Services Inc. in 2003 and has been the firm’s leading financial advisor since 2007. His career spans over 15 years in the financial services arena to include extensive experience in public accounting where he held various executive level positions, one of which was at a top 15 ranked firm in the Washington, D.C. area. He also served as chief financial officer at a start-up supplier of cocoa ingredients in Delaware. His primary focus as the leader of Pioneer Financial is to ensure that the firm consistently meets the immediate and strategic needs of its clients. As a financial advisor, Greg’s success is based on sound fiscal values. Passionate about providing his clients with outstanding service, he has formed substantial long-term, loyal relationships with them throughout his career. In addition to working with individuals and families – some even multi-generational - Greg also has broad experience providing financial strategies to small businesses and publicly traded companies. Greg is forward-thinking and believes in a no-nonsense approach to helping clients make the best decisions in order to achieve financial security and independence. He believes an educated client will have the right tools to make intelligent, deliberate decisions regarding their financial goals. Greg is a registered representative of Hornor, Townsend, & Kent, Inc. Greg holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the Villanova School of Business at Villanova University and is a Certified Public Accountant. His knowledge base is leading-edge with regards to new laws, regulations and changes in the industry. Greg and his wife Jaime, along with their two young children, reside in Easton, Maryland. Greg is a past Vice President of the Talbot Optimist Club, is involved in raising funds for the American Cancer Society, and has supported fundraising efforts for Olympic Athletes from the state of Delaware. He has also served as a Board member and Vice President for Talbot County Professionals. Ian D. Weisser
Financial Advisor
Phone 410.821.2920
Fax 410.821.2930
iweisser@htk.com With more than 13 years experience as a Financial Advisor, Ian Weisser is dedicated to helping his clients meet their financial needs. Backed by the vast resources of Pioneer Financial Services and Hornor, Townsend & Kent, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Penn Mutual, Ian is fully invested in his clients. As an Investment Advisor Representative of Hornor, Townsend & Kent, Inc., Ian specializes in retirement planning, more specifically, hands-on equity and fixed income managed portfolios. He strives to help each one of his clients plan for their financial future in a way that best meets his or her goals. Whether you are planning your retirement, saving for your children’s or grandchildren’s education, or looking to preserve your wealth, Ian can help. Rather than the conventional commission-based account, Ian believes in aligning with his clients’ interests by providing fee-based* services. He believes that the unpredictable nature of the investment market commands a broad-based strategy to balance risk with potential returns. This strategy features asset allocation as the basis for investor/advisor decision-making. Ian empowers his clients with online investment tools, using technology to its fullest benefit, along with a clear, fee-based approach. To potentially reduce portfolio risk and increase portfolio income, Ian advocates the use of alternative investments and strategies. Away from the office, Ian is an avid boater and crabber. He and his wife Caroline live in Baltimore, Maryland. Daniel J. Leonard
Financial Associate
Phone 410.821.2920
Fax 410.821.2930
leonard.daniel@pmlmail.com
Daniel was born and raised in Cambridge, Maryland. He attended Stevenson University, where he played collegiate baseball and graduated in 2010, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, with a minor in Economics. Daniel continues to be an active member of the Stevenson University Baseball Alumni Program, and also participates in many community service efforts. Daniel is Life & Health insurance licensed in Maryland. His passion and commitment to helping individuals, as well as businesses achieve their goals, happens through a customized process of listening, understanding and planning. Through this process, Daniel believes he can ultimately lead them to a successful financial future. When not working, Daniel enjoys playing a variety of sports, with his favorites being baseball and golf. He also loves to spend time outdoors, especially at the beach. Daniel is an avid sports fan, closely following his favorite teams, the Baltimore Ravens and the Baltimore Orioles. Chris Mainshein
Financial Services Representative
Phone 410.821.2920
Fax 410.821.2930
cmaienshein@htk.com
Chris Maienshein was born and raised in Westminster, MD. He graduated as a National Honor Society student from Westminster High School, where during his tenure; he was nominated as the 2006 NFIB Young Entrepreneur Scholar, as he displayed what it takes to be successful in business. Chris was a two sport varsity letterman, excelling as an all state baseball and football player. He continued his athletic career and academics at Stevenson University, where he played collegiate baseball and earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, with a focus in Finance and Marketing. Chris is Life & Health Insurance licensed in Maryland and Pennsylvania, and is a registered representative of Hornor, Townsend & Kent, Inc where he is securities licensed in Maryland. He is an advocate for helping families and businesses financially secure their most valuable assets as well as their dependants. Chris brings leadership to the financial industry, focusing on helping others realize their goals. He is an active member of the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce where he can give back to the community that has helped him realize his dream of becoming a successful agent. During Chris’ free time he enjoys staying physically active, playing golf on the weekends and training to run in a marathon. He is also an active member of his church in Carroll County where he is involved in the EconoMe ministry, helping families struggling financially.
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