Timothy Scannell

Timothy Scannell

CFP®, CPA*
Wealth Advisor, Managing Director
Valparaiso
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Education

Bachelor of Science in accounting from University of Illinois

Certification(s) & Designation(s)

  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®)
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)*

About Timothy

Timothy Scannell is a managing director at Hightower Signature Wealth (formerly Hightower Great Lakes). He brings more than 40 years of experience in the financial services industry to his wealth management clients.

He says, “We believe that money is a means, not an end. More important than the accumulation of funds is the utilization of assets to achieve life dreams or goals. Perhaps retirement, independence, travel, or providing for future generations is part of your long-term plan. Our objective is to help you realize your dreams.”

Tim’s specialties include corporate cash management, budgeting, comprehensive wealth planning, and income tax planning.

Prior to joining Hightower in 2008, Tim started the Valparaiso team as Scannell Wealth Management in 1996.

Tim received his Bachelor of Science in accounting from the University of Illinois. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA*), a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, and a Registered Representative. He holds the Series 7, 24, 53, 63, and 65 licenses.

*Licensed, Not Actively Practicing

Timothy’s Recommended Reads

  • 3 minutes

    Moe’s Market Memo – September 18, 2026

    Weekly data-driven insights on the markets and economy Mohammad Abouchleih, MBA, CIMA®Senior Investment Consultant Fed Hikes Rates The Federal Reserve approved a quarter-point interest rate increase on Wednesday, lifting its benchmark rate to 3.75%-4%. The move reflects ongoing concerns about elevated inflation, driven in part by higher energy prices and other economic pressures. Most Fed…

  • 5 minutes

    Weekly Wisdom: Fed Meeting Recap – Higher Rates, Stronger Growth

    The Fed Delivers a Rate Hike The Federal Reserve raised the federal funds target range by 25 basis points to 3.75%–4.00% at its September meeting, marking the first rate increase in more than three years.1 The decision was unanimous and largely anticipated by markets, but the more important message came from the Fed’s updated projections and…

  • 2 minutes

    The Most Powerful Financial Tool Women Have Isn’t Money. It’s Their Voice.

    Why Asking Questions May Be the Key to Financial Empowerment For years, conversations about women’s financial empowerment have centered on income, investing, and retirement planning. While those topics remain important, new research suggests the real catalyst for financial confidence may be something much simpler: asking questions. According to the Savvy Ladies 2026 Mid-Year National Women’s…