JOE F. SCHMITZ JR., CFP(R), CHFC(R), CKA(R), is the founder and CEO of Peak Retirement Planning, Inc., which was named the number 1 fastest growing private company in Columbus, Ohio by Inc 5000 in 2025. His firm focuses on serving those in the 2% Club by providing the 5 Pillars of Pension Planning. Known as a thought leader in the industry, Joe is featured in Kiplinger and on TV news segments, and is the author of the bestselling books I Hate Taxes and Midwestern Millionaire. You may have also seen Joe on YouTube, where he has one of the largest retirement planning channels for those in the 2% Club.