Richard Marcolla

Senior Vice President, Senior Resident Director - Wealth Management Advisor
NMLS #559410
336 South 36th Street
Quincy IL 62301
(217) 592.3941
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Whatever your personal goals may be, I will work together with you, one-on-one, to develop a personalized financial strategy designed to help you pursue your long-term goals.
Profile

Rich Marcolla has been helping individuals, families, and business owners pursue their financial goals since 1991. With more than three decades of experience in the financial services industry, Rich brings the perspective that comes from guiding clients through multiple economic cycles, changing market environments, and periods of both opportunity and uncertainty. His experience helps clients remain focused on long-term strategies while navigating today's financial landscape.
As Senior Resident Director of the Quincy, Illinois office, Rich is committed to building meaningful relationships and helping clients make informed financial decisions with confidence. He believes successful wealth management begins with understanding each client's unique goals, values, and priorities.
Community involvement has always been an important part of Rich's life outside the office. He is passionate about volunteering, fundraising, and supporting organizations that strengthen the communities in which he lives and works. Over the years, he has served and supported numerous nonprofit and civic organizations, including the Quincy YMCA, Quincy Notre Dame Foundation, Transitions of Western Illinois, the Community Foundation of Quincy, The Rotary Club of Quincy, Catholic Charities, Encore! Volunteer Council of the Quincy Symphony, Vianney High School, and the Adams County Suicide Prevention Coalition. Rich and the team are also proud supporters of many local community events, charitable causes, and area races throughout the region.
When away from the office, Rich enjoys traveling with his wife, Lora, and spending time with their family. Their daughter Hannah is a graduate of the University of Missouri, and their daughter Sophia is a graduate of the University of Kentucky and the University of Missouri School of Law. Their Jack Russell Terrier, Bingo, occasionally joins the family adventures and remains a favorite companion.

Recognition
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2023-2026
(Published annually in January. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of prior year.)
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors", 2025-2026
(Published annually Jan – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 of prior year.)
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About Me
Welcome

My mission is simple: to help clients make informed financial decisions with confidence.
Since 1991, I have worked with individuals, families, and business owners to help them navigate important financial decisions and pursue their long-term goals. I believe every successful relationship begins with listening and taking the time to understand what matters most to each client.
With that understanding, I develop personalized strategies designed to align wealth with each client's goals, values, and priorities. Having guided clients through multiple market cycles over the years, I understand the importance of maintaining perspective, managing risk, and staying focused on a disciplined long-term plan.
Most importantly, I strive to build lasting relationships based on trust, communication, and a commitment to helping clients and their families pursue what matters most.

Meet Our Professional Staff
Jamie Fowler
Wealth Management Client Associate - RDA
217.592.3955
Additional Resources
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Amanda Baert
Wealth Management Banking Specialist
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Stephanie J Powell
Senior Wealth Management Lending Officer
NMLS #558876
Bank of America, N.A.
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Richard Marcolla is registered to do business in AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VI, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board) owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and the CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States, which it authorizes use of by individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
Investments & Wealth Institute® (The Institute) is the owner of the certification marks CPWA® and Certified Private Wealth Advisor®. Use of CPWA®, and/or Certified Private Wealth Advisor® signifies that the user has successfully completed the Institute’s initial and ongoing credentialing requirements for wealth advisors.
Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™, CRPC™, and the CRPC™ logo are certification marks or registered certification marks of The College for Financial Planning Institutes Corp. in the United States.