Past Events

Tom O'Connell, founder of International Financial Advisory Group, Inc., is celebrating two decades as a member of Ed Slott’s Elite IRA Advisor Group, a distinction that reflects both longevity and an unwavering commitment to his clients.

The Elite IRA Advisor Group is a highly specialized, study-based organization of financial professionals dedicated to mastering retirement distribution planning. Members train continuously, attend advanced workshops, complete ongoing education, and stay current on ever-changing tax laws and IRA strategies.

At International Financial Advisory Group, Inc., the mission is simple: provide clear, practical financial guidance to help clients protect what they’ve worked so hard to build. That means focusing not just on growing wealth, but preserving it... minimizing taxes, avoiding costly mistakes, and creating sustainable income in retirement.

Ed Slott’s Master Elite IRA Advisor Group™ is solely an indication that the financial advisor has attended training provided by Ed Slott and Company, maintained an Elite IRA Advisor Group membership for two or more years, passed bi-annual examinations on material covered at conferences and in webinars and met other membership requirements and does not constitute an endorsement of any kind. Ed Slott’s Elite IRA Advisor Group™ members pay a fee for the educational programs that allow them to be included in the Ed Slott’s Elite IRA Advisor Group™. Membership does not guarantee investment success.

Highlight from our recent event!

Tom and International Financial were thrilled to host "America's IRA Expert," Ed Slott—one of the nation’s leading authorities on IRAs and retirement planning! Named “The Best” source for IRA advice by The Wall Street Journal, Ed shared powerful insights to help our clients make smarter choices for their financial futures.

A huge thank you to Ed for sharing his deep knowledge on tax-advantaged planning and retirement income strategies. And thank you to everyone who joined us! We’re dedicated to bringing top experts to our community to help secure a strong retirement.

Stay tuned for more events like this—your financial future is our top priority!
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For nearly two decades, Tom with International Financial has been making time to learn from the industry's best to ensure his clients' hard-earned money isn't being lost to taxes and fees. Tom recently spent several days in Indianapolis, learning from Ed Slott, who's known as "America's IRA Expert." This is Tom's 19th consecutive year attending this Master Elite IRA Training!

As a member of the Master Elite training group, Tom is immediately notified of changes to the tax codes. He also receives training and must take complete mandatory exams about retirement planning.  Additionally, Tom has access to the nation's best "IRA Experts" to answer any tough questions or planning needs.

Retirement planning is complicated, and you need an IRA specialist in this area. Tom is proud to be a financial professional who invests in his education to eliminate risk and keep more of his clients' retirement dollars in their pockets.

Ed Slott’s Master Elite IRA Advisor Group™ is solely an indication that the financial advisor has attended training provided by Ed Slott and Company, maintained an Elite IRA Advisor Group membership for two or more years, passed bi-annual examinations on material covered at conferences and in webinars and met other membership requirements and does not constitute an endorsement of any kind. Ed Slott’s Elite IRA Advisor Group™ members pay a fee for the educational programs that allow them to be included in the Ed Slott’s Elite IRA Advisor Group™. Membership does not guarantee investment success.