Madelyn Wanke becomes financial advisor at Forward Investment Services in Medford

Forward Investment Services, a division of Forward Bank, proudly announces that Madelyn Wanke has become a financial advisor after passing both the Series 7 and Series 66 examinations. Wanke joined the team in November 2024 as a paraplanner and will now serve clients with expanded expertise at the Medford office.

Originally from Medford, Wanke brings both professional excellence and a strong personal connection to the community. A graduate of the Wisconsin School of Business at the University of Wisconsin – Madison, she holds a BBA in Finance, Investments & Banking with an emphasis in Wealth Management.

“Madelyn has an incredible passion for guiding others through life’s most important financial decisions— whether it’s preparing for retirement, funding education, or simply feeling secure about the future,” said Scott Wucherpfennig, VP/Investment Services. “She embodies the Forward mission of Moving Our Communities Forward.”

Alongside her professional success, Wanke has served in the National Guard since 2020, reflecting her deep commitment to community and country. She is currently on a five-month military training deployment and will use that time to continue her personal and professional growth—including preparing for the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) exam. The CFP is a nationally recognized designation that highlights a financial advisor’s expertise in key areas like retirement, tax, estate, insurance, and investment planning.

“Serving is about contributing to something bigger than myself,” said Wanke. “It’s helped me become a stronger leader and a more dedicated advisor.”

While away, Wanke will stay connected with her family and team at Forward through regular updates and looks forward to returning in October 2025 to meet with clients and continue building strong, trusted relationships in the community.

For more information about Forward Investment Services, visit www.forward.bank/investments.