Veteran. Community leader. Trusted financial advisor. Serving Omaha, Papillion, Bellevue, and Nebraska with over 20 years of financial expertise.
Whether you're preparing for retirement, changing jobs, turning 65, or protecting your family, we'll help you build a plan designed around your goals.
About Michael Schroder
Michael Schroder is a financial advisor, veteran, and community leader whose life's work has been centered on service, first to his country, then to the businesses and families of the greater Omaha area. With over 20 years of experience navigating complex financial landscapes, Michael brings a rare combination of professional breadth, personal integrity, and genuine care to every client relationship.
A graduate of Chadron State College with a degree in business, Michael built his financial foundation during nearly two decades at Werner Enterprises, one of the largest transportation and logistics companies in the United States. Working in finance at Werner gave Michael real-world expertise in cash flow management, risk analysis, and long-term financial planning, skills that translate directly into the personalized guidance he provides to clients today.
In 2019, Michael made a deliberate decision to transition into personal financial advisory because he wanted to make a more direct, meaningful impact on the individuals and families in his community. At Schroder Financial, LLC he helps clients across Omaha, Papillion, Bellevue, La Vista, and across Nebraska protect what they've built, grow their wealth, and plan for a confident future. His approach is rooted in education, transparency, and long-term partnership rather than one-time transactions.
Residing in Papillion with his family, Michael is deeply embedded in the communities he serves. When you work with Michael, you're not just getting a financial advisor, you're gaining a trusted partner who is invested in your success and accessible when you need guidance.
Michael is an active member of the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce President's Club, a distinguished group of business leaders committed to supporting the growth and economic vitality of the Omaha region. He is also actively involved with the Sarpy Chamber of Commerce Ambassador program, allowing him to build a strong network of trusted business relationships across a wide range of industries. Through these connections, Michael provides added value to his clients by offering strategic introductions, referral opportunities, and access to Chamber-supported programs, including the Multiple Employer Aggregation Program (MEAP), which helps businesses enhance their employee benefits and retirement plans through innovative group purchasing solutions.
Background & Journey
Three defining chapters shaped the advisor Michael is today.
Military Service & National Guard
Michael served in the United States Army National Guard, completing three combat tours. That experience instilled in him an unshakeable sense of discipline, duty, and integrity, qualities that define his approach to financial advisory to this day.
Nearly Two Decades at Werner Enterprises
After completing his degree in business at Chadron State College, Michael joined Werner Enterprises, a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Omaha and one of the largest trucking and logistics firms in North America.
Transition to Financial Advisory
In 2019, Michael founded Schroder Financial, LLC with a clear mission: to provide the families and businesses of greater Omaha access to thoughtful, comprehensive financial guidance.
Community Involvement
Michael's commitment to community isn't a marketing message, it's a daily practice. As an Ambassador with the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce, he actively participates in business development events, ribbon cuttings, and chamber initiatives that support the growth of small businesses in Papillion, Bellevue, La Vista, and the broader Sarpy County area. Ambassadors are among the chamber's most visible representatives, connecting members with resources and fostering relationships that help local businesses grow.
Michael is also a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce Presidents Club, a distinction reserved for top-tier chamber investors who believe in the economic vitality of the Omaha region. Through both organizations, Michael has built a network of trusted business relationships across industries, which benefits his clients through referrals, introductions, and access to chamber-exclusive programs like the Multiple Employer Aggregation Program (MEAP) for group benefits.
Residing in Papillion with his family, Michael is as invested in the long-term success of the communities he serves as any of his clients. He sponsors local events, supports veteran causes, and remains actively engaged in the organizations that make the Omaha metro a great place to live and do business.
Full-Spectrum Planning
Michael holds an extensive range of licenses and registrations that allow him to provide comprehensive, holistic financial guidance, not just one slice of the picture. Some advisors are limited to insurance products or investments alone; Michael is qualified to address both, along with property protection and securities.
SIE
Securities Industry Essentials Exam
Series 7
General Securities Representative
Series 63
Uniform Securities Agent State Law
Series 65
Uniform Investment Adviser Law
Life & Health
Life, Health & Annuity Insurance
P&C
Property & Casualty Insurance
Full-Spectrum Planning
At Schroder Financial, every plan is tailored to your unique goals and needs, helping protect your personal and business finances today and in the future. Our mission is to guide you, hold you accountable, and provide strategies that support your financial success.
Education, Transparency & Integrity
Michael believes that informed clients make better financial decisions. He takes time to explain options clearly, including costs, trade-offs, and alternatives, so you can choose with confidence, not under pressure. His commitment is to recommend only products that genuinely serve your interests, and he will tell you plainly if the timing isn't right for a particular solution.
You're a Partner, Not Just a Client
Financial planning is not a one-time event. It's an ongoing relationship. Michael builds long-term partnerships with his clients, checking in regularly, reviewing plans as life changes, and being accessible when questions arise. Your financial journey is never static, and Michael's involvement in it isn't either. He is as invested in your success as you are.
Community-First Commitment
Michael's work is rooted in the belief that strong, financially secure individuals and businesses make for stronger communities. By helping families in Omaha, Papillion, Bellevue, and La Vista build financial security, he contributes to the economic health of the region he calls home. His active involvement in the Sarpy Chamber and Greater Omaha Chamber is an extension of that commitment, not just a networking exercise.
Veteran's Discipline & Accountability
Military service shapes how Michael operates: with precision, reliability, and a deep sense of accountability. When he commits to a plan or a follow-up, it happens. When he encounters a problem, he works through it rather than around it. Clients who have worked with other advisors frequently comment on how different the experience feels, because Michael treats every commitment with the seriousness of a mission.
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