Jacob Martin

Senior Partner

Jacob is a founding member and Senior Partner of Soulence Wealth Management. He specializes in retirement planning, investment allocation, asset-class management, financial analysis, business consulting, real estate investing, life insurance planning, and cashflow management. He also has a deep understanding and history of building complex tax strategies for high-net-worth individuals.

Jacob graduated with honors from the University of Utah David Eccles School of Business with a Bachelor’s of Science in Accounting. With nearly a decade of experience as a Wealth Advisor, he has assisted many clients in reaching their own financial success.

Christopher Anderson

Senior Partner

Christopher Anderson, EA, is an Investment Advisor Representative. He graduated from Utah Valley University in 2005.  Before forming Soulence in 2007,  Christopher acquired valuable tax experience working at Lone Peak Business Solutions, Inc. for more than 6 years. Christopher’s tax and accounting experience has been with business owners and investors.  He feels strongly that people work hard for their money and is dedicated to using the tax laws to help people keep their hard earned money.  He has personal and professional expertise in all areas of investing, including real estate, oil exploration, stock market, life insurance, etc.  He also is securities licensed and life licensed which gives him the ability to coordinate long term and short term tax and wealth strategies to ensure they complement each other to help clients meet their financial goals.   

​​Chris has a wife and three children.  He loves renting a house on the beach or in a secluded place and playing with his family.  He also enjoys serving and volunteering in the community.

Gabe McMennamy

Wealth Advisor

Gabe graduated from the University of North Texas with a Bachelor of Sociology and Psychology. He began his career in the financial industry in 2001, and during his tenure received professional training as a Certified Financial Counselor and now focuses on financial advising.

Gabe joined Soulence Wealth Management as a Financial Advisor and is registered under Series 65 (the Uniformed Investment Advisor Law Exam). His commitment and passion for serving other in the life planning and helping Soulence clients reach their financial goals and dreams, is what drives him.

Spending time with his wife and two boys is Gabe’s greatest joy. Playing various sports, going out to eat and watching movies are some of the ways they spend their time together. Their Husky, Roxy, keeps them busy in the meantime. Gabe is an avid football and baseball fan and has a great appreciation and love for music.

Devin Garso

Tax Strategy Specialist

Devin serves as our 831(b) Liaison, acting as the primary point of contact for clients and ensuring their strategies stay compliant and running smoothly. With over two years dedicated specifically to the 831(b) space—and more than three years at the firm—Devin brings a sharp eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and a client-first mindset to every interaction.

Before specializing in 831(b), Devin spent six years in accounting roles, including payroll and accounts receivable, which laid a strong foundation for navigating the financial side of business operations.

When she’s not supporting clients or keeping strategies in check, Devin is spending time with her daughter, golfing, writing, or getting competitive in strategy-based games. As a single mom, she balances work and life with a deep sense of purpose (and plenty of coffee).

Christopher Bidlack

Director of Tax Strategies

Chris has a degree in business from the University of Minnesota. He has been an entrepreneur with several businesses in various industries. As a client of Soulence Tax and Wealth Advisors, since 2007, he recognized the value of having access to a tremendous accounting firm. Experiencing a few business ventures with Chris Anderson, Chris came to admire and respect him for his loyalty to associates and clients. Chris and his family returned to Utah from Minnesota to lend his experience and support to our Soulence clients as the Client Services Manager.

Chris and his wife have two children.  Together they enjoy outdoor family activities including hiking, skiing, camping, visiting the playground and exploring to adventures in nature together.

Darci Severinsen

Director of Advisor Relations

Darci Severinsen serves as Director of Advisor Relations, bringing extensive experience in leadership, sales strategy, and advisor development. She began her career at Wells Fargo Bank, where she became one of the nation’s top sales professionals and later one of the state’s leading managers, recruiting, and developing many of the firm’s top advisors.

After Wells Fargo, Darci transitioned into the startup world as Director of Sales and Customer Success, helping launch and scale a new venture by leading growth strategy and client engagement. A graduate of the University of Utah with a degree in Organizational Communication, Darci is known for her ability to drive results, foster relationships, and deliver excellence across every initiative she leads.

Brandi Wilkin

Director of Operations

Brandi is a highly accomplished Director of Operations at Soulence Wealth Management where she plays a pivotal role in guiding a talented team of advisors towards achieving organizational excellence. With a strong background in psychology, Brandi leverages her understanding of human behavior and motivation to improve team dynamics, enhance communication, and foster an innovative culture. Her approach not only streamlines operations but also empowers team members to reach their full potential in a collaborative setting.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, Brandi is a dedicated and enthusiastic parent to five children. They actively participate in their lives, driving them to soccer practices, cheering them on at basketball games, attending swim meets, and supporting their involvement in school plays. Balancing a demanding career with family commitments, Brandi exemplifies the importance of teamwork and the value of nurturing strong relationships, both in the workplace and at home.

Passionate about continuous learning, Brandi stays engaged with current trends in psychology and operational management, seeking to integrate best practices that benefit both the team and their family life. With a commitment to fostering a positive environment, Brandi’s dedicated to making a meaningful impact in every aspect of their life.

Carson Brown

Wealth Advisor

Carson Brown is a recent graduate of Utah State University, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Finance with a minor in Accounting. Carson’s early accomplishments include achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, demonstrating his commitment to leadership and personal development. This dedication inevitably led to his professional growth, gaining valuable experience during an internship, where he played a main role in developing key performance indicators (KPIs) for a private company. Outside of his professional pursuits, Carson enjoys many adventurous hobbies. He is an avid skier during the winter months and a motorcycle enthusiast throughout the warmer seasons. His personal passions extend to traveling, having recently spent a month backpacking through Iceland.

Ashton Green

Wealth Advisor

Ashton Green is a dedicated professional with a strong passion for personal financial planning. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Personal Financial Planning at Utah Valley University (UVU), with a focus on helping others effectively manage their finances. Outside of his academic and professional pursuits, Ashton enjoys spending quality time with his wife, JoLynn, and cherishes moments with family and friends. He is an avid outdoor enthusiast, with interests in golfing, fishing, and playing pickleball.

Drew Backenstoss

Wealth Advisor

Drew believes financial planning is at its best when it begins with people, not products. As a planner at heart, he sees money as a tool, one that, when managed intentionally, can create freedom, opportunity, and alignment with what matters most. His work centers on helping successful individuals, families, business owners, and professionals bring clarity and purpose to their financial lives through thoughtful planning and wise stewardship.

Before entering financial services, Drew spent more than a decade in executive leadership as the Director of Human Resources for a national law firm and advocacy organization. That experience gave him a deep appreciation for the complexity of people’s lives, careers, and long-term decision-making. His passion for financial planning was also shaped by witnessing within his own family the lasting impact that thoughtful preparation, or the lack of it, can have across generations.

After beginning his advisory career at Edward Jones in 2022, Drew joined Soulence Wealth Advisors to better serve clients through broader planning capabilities, sophisticated strategies, and a collaborative team approach. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Management with a Finance emphasis from the BYU Marriott School of Business and has passed the SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 examinations.

Outside of work, Drew’s greatest joy is his wife, Stephanie, and their two daughters. He enjoys reading, writing, board games, live entertainment, and the Utah mountain views that never get old.

Amelia Martin

Advisor Assistant

Amelia Martin is an Assistant at Soulence Tax and Wealth, where she uses her strong organizational skills to support both the team and clients. She is currently studying at Brigham Young University and has worked in customer service since 2019, developing valuable experience in communication, client relations, and problem-solving.

Originally from Las Vegas, Amelia loves warm weather and spending time outdoors. In her free time, she enjoys embroidery, reading, and taking road trips with her husband.