Don Wilson is a dedicated and results-driven financial professional with a passion for helping clients optimize their retirement by minimizing risks and navigating the often-complex transition from the workforce. Specializing in serving employees in both the public and private sectors, Don has a particular focus on civil service retirement systems. With expertise in pension calculation and retirement planning analysis, he empowers clients to make informed decisions about their financial futures.
Clients consistently commend Don for his ability to simplify complex financial concepts and provide clear, actionable guidance. With a deep understanding of the employee benefits landscape, he has honed his communication skills over years of conducting new employee orientations, leading benefits presentations, facilitating staff meetings, and delivering ERISA-compliant training sessions.
As the founder and CEO of Civil Benefits Group, a financial services firm licensed in 30 states, Don is proud to lead a practice devoted to helping pre-retirees and retirees avoid common financial pitfalls and ensure their hard-earned money works as diligently for them as they did to earn it.
Before transitioning to the financial services industry, Don served for 20 years as a Lieutenant with the Detroit Police Department, where he was committed to protecting and serving his community. This tradition of service remains at the core of his work, as he continues to guide clients toward financial security and peace of mind in retirement.
