Jared Friar
Exit Planning Advisor, CEPA
Jared joined Calder Capital in April of 2024.
Jared's career spans over a decade across financial and direct selling sectors, including tenures at US Bank, JPMorgan Chase, and most recently, Amway. At Amway, Jared held roles of Manager of Performance Marketing as well as multiple Lead Analyst positions, driving insights and strategy across a global portfolio. His work has directly contributed to strategic planning, operational efficiencies, and the execution of Amway's growth. Jared excels in driving growth and operational efficiencies, blending critical thinking with creative solutions to drive results.
Jared earned his Bachelor's degree in finance with a minor in economics from Western Michigan University. He also is a Certified Exit Planning Advisor certified by the Exit Planning Institute. A native of Grand Rapids, his journey has taken him from the Sierra Nevada mountains in California, where he spent two summers as a camp counselor, to stints living in Denver and Chicago. He moved to Chicago to be with his now wife, Emily, who was also a Grand Rapids native. Eventually, life's journey brought them full circle back to the Grand Rapids area, choosing to settle down to be near family.
Outside of work, Jared enjoys disconnecting and spending time outdoors. He finds relaxation and adventure in fishing and travel, while sports like basketball, golf, baseball, and pickleball keep him active. Additionally, he appreciates music and attending concerts.