Ryan Nelson
Trusted Retirement & Financial Planning in Reno, NV
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Serving Clients Nationwide
Trusted Retirement & Financial Planning in Reno, NV
Areas of Focus
- Employee Benefits
- Estate Planning
- Financial Life Planning
- Investment Management
- Retirement Planning
- Student Loan Advising
- Taxes
About Ryan Nelson
Ryan Nelson is the Owner and Chief Financial Planner at Alchemy Wealth Management, an independent, fee-only fiduciary firm based in Northern Nevada. With a background in mechanical engineering and an MBA in financial investments, Ryan brings a rare blend of analytical rigor and personal connection to his financial planning work. He founded Alchemy to provide truly personalized, retirement-focused advice rooted in transparency, education, and long-term strategy.Before launching Alchemy, Ryan began his career at one of the nation’s largest broker-dealers. His experience there sparked a commitment to building a firm that puts clients’ interests first—always. In 2024, Alchemy Wealth Management was awarded the Gold Medal for Best Wealth Management Firm in the Reno-Tahoe-Carson region, reflecting its reputation for excellence, client trust, and values-driven service.
Ryan is the author of the Amazon best-selling book Your Fiscal Physical: 7 Keys to Becoming Financially Fit and host of The Fiscal Physical Podcast. Through both, he aims to make financial literacy more approachable and actionable for individuals and families preparing for retirement.
Ryan lives in Reno with his fiancée, Katie, and their Labrador/Border Collie mix, Nova. He is a multi-time Ironman finisher and an avid competitor in endurance races, board games, and backyard cornhole. A lifelong Green Bay Packers fan, Ryan and Katie attend multiple games each year. They are currently planning a destination wedding in Mexico for March 2026 and enjoy traveling, dancing, and spending time outdoors.
Deeply committed to his community, Ryan has served as President of the Board for the Northern Nevada RAVE Family Foundation, where he supported families with children with disabilities. He is also a founding member and past President of Battle Born Business Networking and has held leadership roles with the Reno Tahoe Young Professionals Network and the Northern Nevada Math Club.
His professional and community efforts have earned widespread recognition, including the “Twenty Under 40” award and graduation from the Leadership Reno-Sparks Class of 2021. Ryan remains committed to serving clients and community alike with the same core values that guide his firm: accountability, continual improvement, gratitude, transparency, and resilience.
Professional Designations
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Affiliations
- Fee Only Network
- The AGC
- XY Planning Network
Primary Location
3301 S Virginia St, Reno NV
Video
Meeting Options
- Video Conference
- In-Person
- Phone
Compensation Methods
- Fee Only
- Percentage of Assets Managed
What to expect in the first meeting
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About Alchemy Wealth Management
Most people have a bucket list of experiences they will never partake in and memories they will never create. Primarily, they lack the time and the financial means to do so.At Alchemy Wealth Management, we help people manage their finances and achieve financial independence to free up the time and money necessary to focus on what truly matters to them.
About Alchemy Wealth Management
Financial services consistently rank last in consumer trust amongst its peers. Alchemy Wealth Management provides an opportunity for our clients to work with a firm they can trust. We accomplish this by remaining fee-only, fully independent, and we choose always to operate as a fiduciary for our clients.
At Alchemy Wealth Management, we understand the unique financial needs that you have when it comes to managing your finances. We know you understand, more than most, the necessity and value of specialization, and it is for that reason we, at Alchemy Wealth Management, have chosen to focus on serving you.
Why Clients Hire Us
Not everyone needs a financial advisor, but everyone needs to manage their finances. They can choose to do it themselves or outsource to a financial advisor. Clients typically hire Alchemy Wealth Management when they don’t have the 1) Time, 2) Desire, or 3) Knowledge to manage their finances.
Start Your Journey To Financial Freedom
At Alchemy Wealth Management, we are committed to your financial success. Our team is dedicated to providing you with the guidance and expertise needed to achieve your financial goals and secure your future. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and embark on your journey towards financial prosperity.
Education
University of Nevada-Reno, Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Financial Investments; Bachelor’s Degree, Mechanical Engineering
Hobbies and Interests
- Board Games
- Dancing
- Family
- Football
- Running
- Traveling
- Volunteering
- Writing
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View DisclosureWho We Serve
- Baby Boomers
- Business Owners
- Corporate Executives
- Dual Income Family
- Families
- Gen X
- Healthcare Professionals
- Intergenerational Families
- Living in Retirement
- Physicians
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