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Who We Are

Meet the Team 

GPS Financial Planning

Mark D. Arlen

Mark D. Arlen, MBA, CFP®

Founder and Principal Advisor

Tyler G. Bernard

Tyler G. Bernard, MBA, CFP®

Partner and Financial Advisor

Cathy L. Nowalk

Cathy L. Nowalk

Director of Operations

Heather J. Arlen

Heather J. Arlen

Client Experience and Marketing Manager

Chandler R. Arlen

Chandler R. Arlen

Client Service Associate

Robert B. Gray

Robert B. Gray

Client Service Manager

Home Office

Aaron  Huntoon

Aaron Huntoon

Director of Planning

Where we Came From; Where we're Going

Our story began in 1983 when we were founded under Lincoln Financial Advisors. In 2025, we embraced a new identity as GPS Financial Planning when Lincoln became part of Osaic Wealth, Inc. Our name, GPS, embodies our commitment to Goals, Plans, and Solutions. This philosophy is at the heart of our approach, guiding clients like a GPS through the intricate landscape of financial decisions.

We start by understanding your unique aspirations, crafting a clear and actionable plan, and offering tailored solutions to navigate your financial journey. For over 40 years, our dedication has been to support clients in their pursuit of financial clarity and confidence. We aim to be a reliable guide, helping you stay on track through life's financial crossroads.

With a focus on professionals and owners of closely held businesses, our approach is personal and empathetic. We build lasting relationships, becoming a trusted resource for all your significant financial decisions. Our Colorado backdrop serves as a reminder of our steadfast commitment to your financial well-being, as we walk alongside you, offering guidance and support every step of the way.

Mark started as a summer intern while in the MBA program at Case Western in 1983

Mark in Lincoln agent training school, 1983 in Fort Wayne, IN

(Third from top left)

Mark becomes full-time advisor at Lincoln National Life in 1983

Mark and his wife, Patty, make a lifestyle change and move to Denver, CO, from Cleveland, OH, and opens his second office in 2004

Tyler while interning in 2011

Tyler graduates with an MBA from the University of Denver and starts as a full-time employee in 2013

Tyler becomes a Jr. Partner in 2017

Osaic Wealth announces intent to purchase Lincoln Financial Advisors in December 2023

Osaic Wealth closed the transaction to purchase Lincoln Financial Advisors in May 2024

GPS Financial Planning is born as the new marketing name for Mark and Tyler's business in March 2025

Outside the Office

Our Process

Mark and Patty - PNP Paribas Open Tennis Tournament, Indian Hills, CA

Our History

Logan's Law School Graduation in NYC (Arlen family pictured)

Our Values

Mark playing in a singles tennis tournament and pickleball campionship at Boca West, FL

Our Resources

Tyler and Ava enjoying the trophy after winning a golf tournament!

Our Process

Arlen family in Boca Raton for the holidays

Our History

Arlen Family ringing in the new year - Rhea, Logan, Zak, Patty, Mark, Heather & Chandler

Our Values

Celebrating Patty's birthday - Mark, Patty & Heather

Our Resources

Caught in the moment Ava and Theo similing for the camera 

Our Process

Cathy and Dave in Cancun, 2024

Our History

Nowalk family white water rafting

Our Values

Dave, Ashley, Cathy and David Jr. family picture, 2025

Our Resources

Cathy and Dave

Our Process

Cathy, Heather and Mark in San Antonio, TX on the River Cruise Tour

Our History

Mark, Heather and Cathy at the Osaic conference in San Antonio, TX

Our Resources

Mark and Heather in San Antonio, TX on the River Walk

Our Values

Mark and Heather at the Osaic conference in San Antonio, TX

Our Process

Bernard Family in CO mountains - Theo, Ashley, Ava, and Tyler

Our History

Heather, Myrna Arlen, Patty and Mark at an ADL gala 

Our Values

Tyler playing golf at Bandon Dunes Resort

Our Resources

Private helicopter tour of Denver, 2020. Mark, Tyler, Heather

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