Interesting Fact
Most people don’t know I grew up in rural Iowa, where my father was a renowned livestock auctioneer and our family ran a multigenerational farm and auction business built on “Honesty, Courtesy, and Fair Dealing.”
Michael Bradley is the Founder and CEO of Bradley Wealth, a boutique advisory firm committed to helping individuals and families pursue what Michael calls True Wealth—a life rich in meaning, not just money. With over 23 years of experience as a financial advisor, Michael brings deep insight, seasoned judgment, and a steady hand to every client relationship.
Born and raised in Red Oak, Iowa, Michael grew up working on the family farm and in his family’s livestock auction business. It was there he learned the values that still guide him today: honesty, loyalty, and hard work. His father, Rex, was a renowned auctioneer; his mother, Sharon, ran the books and the farm’s restaurant. Their motto, “Honesty, Courtesy, and Fair Dealing,” wasn’t just a slogan—it was a way of life.
Michael is a graduate of Nebraska Wesleyan University and holds an MBA, along with the True Wealth Certified Coach designation. With more than 30 years of combined business and financial experience—as an executive, entrepreneur, coach, and investment advisor—Michael has built Bradley Wealth into a modern wealth management firm that blends old-school values with cutting-edge innovation.
He and his team manage and coordinate the financial affairs of a select group of clients across the country, delivering personalized guidance, professional integrity, and a concierge level of service. They are also always innovating. For example, the firm’s next evolution will be launching Bleum Wealth, a low-cost advisory platform designed to serve clients with less than $250,000 in investable assets—an underserved segment that still deserves top-tier advice and support.
Deeply committed to living out the values he teaches, Michael splits his time between Scottsdale and Lake Tahoe, often found on the golf course, at the yoga studio, or SCUBA diving in warm waters around the world. At home, he’s outnumbered (happily) by two dogs: Sadie, a wise senior Rhodesian Ridgeback boxer mix and longtime Chief Comfort Officer at Bradley Wealth, and Ivy, a playful Bernedoodle puppy.
Whether guiding clients toward their goals or chasing meaningful adventures of his own, Michael is driven by a singular purpose: to help people live their best life—by design, not by default.
Free Time
Outside the office, Michael recharges through SCUBA diving, yoga, global adventures, and rounds of golf—and at home, he’s happily outnumbered by two dogs: Sadie, a wise senior Rhodesian Ridgeback boxer mix, and Ivy, a spirited Bernedoodle puppy.
Education
BS Business Finance from NWU
MBA Accounting and Finance from University of Phoenix
Accreditation
Certified True Wealth Strategist
Interesting Fact
Most people don’t know I grew up in rural Iowa, where my father was a renowned livestock auctioneer and our family ran a multigenerational farm and auction business built on “Honesty, Courtesy, and Fair Dealing.”
True Wealth moment
One of the most meaningful True Wealth moments of my life happened ten years ago, in the skies above Switzerland.
My mom and I were on a dream trip through Europe—her first time abroad. We’d wandered the streets of London, toured Milan and Lake Como, and were driving through the Alps when I told her, “I’m going paragliding.” Without skipping a beat, she looked at me and said, “I want to go, too.” I was shocked—but I shouldn’t have been.
At 70 years old, my mom had spent her life running businesses, raising a family, and inspiring everyone around her with her courage. And that day, she soared beside me—floating above Interlaken, the Alps stretched out beneath us, the world completely still. We stayed aloft for 30 breathtaking minutes, and when we touched the ground, we both thanked God. That experience didn’t just feel like freedom—it felt like wealth in its truest form. I’ve shared many incredible True Wealth moments with clients over the years, but that one—with my mother flying beside me—is the one I’ll carry forever. She’s always been my biggest supporter and the greatest role model I could ask for.