About Whole Growth Partners

Whole Growth Partners is a women-led financial services marketing firm helping drive marketing for exceptional firms from coast to coast. What began as a seed in the mind of Partner Laura Landergott during a cross-country road trip has grown into an influential powerhouse of women with distinct skillsets, perspectives, and expertise. Our out-of-the-box thinking and strategic mindsets make us exceedingly valuable assets to our clients. We love the work we do and are proud of our history, growth, and culture — check out this short blog post to hear more of our story!

Our Team

Laura Landergott, MBA

Partner and Marketing Strategy Consultant

Laura works with top financial advisors, firms, and agencies to strengthen their brands, expand market reach, and amplify impact. Her strategic mindset and marketing expertise help advisors connect more deeply with their ideal clients.

Darcy Ripple, MBA

Partner and Marketing Strategy Consultant

Darcy partners with financial advisors to clarify their brand, grow their firm, and deliver a client experience that sets them apart. With deep industry knowledge and a collaborative approach, she helps advisors turn their service model into a lasting competitive advantage.

Jessica Jacobsen

Director of Business Development

Jessica brings decades of experience in marketing, sales, and financial services marketing and operations to her role as Director of Business Development at Whole Growth Partners. She leads firm growth with curiosity and credibility, guiding conversations with advisors who are ready to elevate their marketing and delegate with confidence.

Anne Reynell, MBA

Marketing Strategy Consultant

Anne draws on a unique blend of marketing expertise and practice management insight in her work with advisors. With a clear understanding of how firms grow, she helps translate business strategy into marketing that builds connection, drives loyalty, and supports long-term success.

Sara Brown

Marketing Strategy Consultant

Sara Brown works with financial advisors and growth focused firms to develop clear marketing strategy, strengthen brand alignment, and translate business goals into actionable marketing plans.

Libby Clappier Schmitz

Creative Director

Libby brings over a decade of experience in communications and design to her role leading WGP’s creative team. She partners with consultants to turn strategy into cohesive brand experiences and oversees everything from digital marketing to events and client communications. Her eye for detail and understanding of advisor needs ensure every campaign is polished and effective.

Riley Lloyd

Senior Marketing Creative Specialist

Riley combines sharp design instincts with a deep understanding of brand expression and audience engagement. She specializes in social media, content, and visual storytelling that reflect each firm’s voice and connect meaningfully with the clients they most want to reach.

Joelle Stewart

Integrated Marketing Strategist

Joelle blends creative execution with project leadership to help advisors turn strategy into action. Her agency background fuels creative campaigns that elevate brand visibility and strengthen client engagement.

Sarah Teeter

Marketing Creative Specialist

Sarah applies a client-focused marketing perspective informed by her background in financial services. She helps advisors bring their brand to life through strategic campaigns, engaging content, and digital experiences that build trust and support long-term growth.

Dayton Meetze

Marketing Creative Specialist

Dayton transforms bold ideas into intentional design and visual storytelling. She supports advisor brands with creative that’s clear, engaging, and client-focused, while also playing a key role in evolving the visual identity of the WGP brand.

Marianne White

Marketing Operations Specialist

Marianne keeps WGP running smoothly behind the scenes, supporting both clients and the team with thoughtful systems and steady follow-through. Her work ensures that every engagement is organized, efficient, and focused on delivering results.

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“I love the whole brand messaging process. No one has ever done this for me in marketing—to really distill what we’ve created and who we are. You’ve captured that and put it into such compelling language. I absolutely love it.”

"Working with Whole Growth Partners was absolutely worth it. The depth of discovery and collaboration captured so much more than just what we do... it reflected the mindset of the people who work with us. They did a beautiful job weaving together the themes we discussed and identifying our target markets in a way that feels both true to who we are and distinct in our space. The process made our message feel authentic, customized, and uniquely ours."

“When it comes to marketing, there’s no cookie-cutter fluff at WGP. They helped me create a brand that’s me—bold, a little irreverent, and anything but ordinary. They take my off-beat ideas and sarcasm and turn them into something that actually helps me attract and retain the right clients. Highly recommend—unless you prefer being boring. Then, by all means, carry on."

“We've been using our new website in every meeting to show-off our team and capabilities. Comparing it to other websites, it’s evident we’ve made a wise investment and partnered with the right professional team to handle our firm’s branding. This excellence truly sets us apart. Thank you for helping us get our remarkable story in a form that we’re proud to share with clients and prospects.”

“I appreciate the business you’ve build, and how easy it is to trust the experience my clients will have with your team…you add value to my business just by being you!”

"The Whole Growth Partners team is worth more than their weight in gold. Their creativity and hard work are so incredibly valuable to our team. We're regularly inspired and encouraged by their ability to provide focus to the marketing that means the most to our firm's growth."

"WGP has provided a valued partnership to elevate and support my marketing team, helping us be more effective, think differently, and expand our firm’s impact with both our clients and community."

"They just “get” us. From the first time I sat down with Laura, to our ongoing collaboration with Darcy and the WGP team, our team feels that Whole Growth Partners really listens, understands, and works with us on strategies that aren’t just a cookie-cutter approach. We appreciate their energy and their persistence in always moving us forward!"

"We took our time picking a marketing agency and Whole Growth Partners really stood out. They asked all the right questions, got creative with our project, and impressed us with their portfolio of top financial advisors. They didn't just do the work – they prioritized building a relationship with us, extending white glove service to our entire team. Their commitment to our satisfaction was clear when they went above and beyond to deliver creative that nailed our vision."

"From start to finish, their team was an absolute pleasure to work with and guided us to look within ourselves to create consistent and refreshing messaging across all of our marketing materials. Not only was the process a success, it was FUN! We looked forward to all of our meetings and it never felt like work! We're truly grateful for all of WGP's dedicated work."

"The WGP team is a treasure to our firm. They are wise and talented, coming up with ideas and language so remarkable I often break into applause when they present their work. They are the solution to a problem you don’t even know you have. There aren’t enough accolades for this team. My only wish is that we would have found them 10 years ago."

"With our marketing team’s help & expertise, we transformed what was previously a “feel good” sponsorship event with hopes to create awareness… into a tangible lead gen event to yield prospects from an attractive audience."

"Whole Growth Partners was critical in helping position our firm as a leader in the diversity and inclusion space, especially at Orlando Business Journal D&I events. WGP accelerated our brand with thoughtful touches and actual D&I representation that was so much more valuable than simply claiming our role in this space. WGP brought our brand to life, and we trust their leadership and magic touch. They’re our marketing super power!"

"Our team has really enjoyed working with Whole Growth Partners this past year. They’ve helped us prioritize our marketing and business development, while also sharing creative content that expresses our value proposition and capability. With their guidance, we are accomplishing so much!"

"I had an idea of what I wanted Whole Growth Partners to deliver and they not only hit the nail on the head, but far surpassed expectations. Everyone on the WGP team has been fantastic - our firm's reputation is preceding us in our target markets because of the work WGP has done. This is exactly how we wanted our firm, brand, and client experience to level up!"

"WGP played a crucial role in the successful rebranding of our firm. Collaborating with such a skilled and professional team has been an absolute pleasure, and the combined efforts have been amazing, as evident in the outstanding website and perfectly aligned messaging. We're truly grateful for all of WGP's dedicated work."

"WGP has helped me take a BIG dream and vision and turn it into an actual strategy and plan. The hands-on help outside of the one-on-one consulting has blown me away. I started seeing actual results in my business shortly after I began my work with the firm. It’s so refreshing working with a firm comprised of people who care and are also experts in the field. I truly feel like I have my own in-house marketing department through the work we do with Whole Growth Partners!"

"When one of the most respected Managing Partners I knew started working with Whole Growth Partners, we knew we had to partner with them too. The team at WGP combines some rare qualities – the ability to quickly and thoroughly understand our business and our markets, great creative instincts and a relentless focus on ROI. They are accessible, organized and focused on helping us grow our firm."

"We knew we wanted to be more purposeful in our marketing. The team at WGP created a revenue-generating strategy and activation plan that creatively combines philanthropic impact with client acquisition. They’re just brilliant!"

“Whole Growth Partners helped us not only fashion our go-to marketing strategies, but also helped us act on our ideas to bring our brand to life. Their organization, availability, and ability to artfully craft messaging that truly resonates with our best clients are second to none!”

"The WGM sessions are both engaging and interactive, and Darcy provides value to new reps and veterans alike. Our reps have a better understanding of the importance of personal branding and how to effectively use LinkedIn. These strategic marketing sessions have been a value add to our reps and our Network."

"There is a huge gap for assistance in the financial services marketing space & reps are ALWAYS asking for additional marketing training for their staff. Kudos to WGP for recognizing the gap and offering a smart solution!"

"It simplified the complex process of creating honest messaging that gets through to customers. I even came away with tools that I can use to update content on my own! I was so grateful for the opportunity to work with Whole Growth Partners and would highly recommend them."

"Working with Whole Growth Partners felt like a true partnership. They genuinely cared about my passions and helped bring them to life in my brand messaging. It was like collaborating with a supportive friend who shared my dedication to my business's success. WGP offered valuable insights that sparked inspiration and encouraged me to think outside the box. Unlike other marketing resources, their approach was personalized and authentic and not a "one-size-fits-all." They met me where I was and guided me to a better outcome!"