Wellspring Appoints Chief Experience Officer

 
Jan. 8, 2025 - Wellspring Financial Advisors (“Wellspring”), an independent, fee-only multi-family office offering comprehensive wealth management services to ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families, has appointed Johnny Sirpilla as its Chief Experience Officer. Sirpilla will be responsible for shaping and enhancing the overall experience of the firm’s clients, helping to ensure every touchpoint exceeds expectations while spearheading the firm’s new “Be Well” service line, which provides access to carefully vetted lifestyle partners. Additionally, Sirpilla is tasked with providing business development support through strategic planning and relationship building as well as leading programs to promote employee growth and engagement.

Sirpilla is well-acquainted with Wellspring, as he transitions into this role after serving as a board member for the firm since October 2023. As former President and Chief Business Development Officer for Camping World and Good Sam, he brings a depth of professional experience across disciplines, including strategic planning, operational management, and self-development practices. His experience will support the continued development of Wellspring’s client-first culture, rooted in excellence and collaboration. He will report to Wellspring founder and Chief Executive Officer Michael Novak and will serve on the firm’s leadership team alongside Novak and, President and Chief Operating Officer, Jeff Kadlic.

“At Wellspring, providing an outstanding client experience is at the heart of everything we do,” said Novak. “With Johnny's continued leadership, we are excited to create even more meaningful, personalized, and seamless experiences for our clients and continue to deliver customized solutions to meet our clients’ unique and evolving needs.”

Novak founded Wellspring in 2007 with the mission to provide holistic wealth management solutions to wealthy families, specifically delivering services and support under one roof. The addition of a Chief Experience Officer underscores Wellspring’s commitment to providing a fully comprehensive offering as the firm seeks to innovate, grow, and build stronger connections with its clients.

“I had the pleasure of working with Wellspring in my previous role, and I am excited at the opportunity to further ingrain myself with their passionate and innovative team,” said Sirpilla. “Wellspring leadership has made strategic decisions to invest in continually improving the service and experience for their clients and I am thrilled to lead this effort.”

Sirpilla assumed the new role effective Jan. 2, 2025. He holds a Masters in Organizational Behavioral Management from the University of Phoenix and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Miami University (Ohio). He also earned certifications in Executive Presence and Influence & Persuasive Leadership Development as well as Neuroscience of the Brain in Business from the University of Pennsylvania Wharton School.