Moneta Group

Laura Pupillo began working as an intern for Don Kukla while in college in 2004 and was able to continue on in a full-time position after graduation. An economics and finance major, the work was a good fit, and Laura always wanted to be more involved with the clients and learn more of the details.

She was encouraged to begin working toward the CFP® credential. "I wanted more education and a deeper understanding of finance and our industry. I knew it would make me more effective at what I was doing," she says. She earned the CFP ® designation in 2010.

Laura continued to pursue personal goals for growth at Moneta, interning at Tax Strategies and taking on more responsibilities with clients. When the opportunity to move to the professional consultant role on the Kukla/Schick Team became available, she was thrilled to be offered the promotion.

"The most satisfying part is the close and long-lasting relationships that we cultivate with our clients over the years," she says. "I know I can add value to their relationship with Moneta Group by helping bring all aspects of their financial plans together. We develop such close bonds with our clients; that is a very rewarding part of what we do. I find it extremely gratifying to be part of the process of welcoming new clients into the Moneta family and helping them to achieve their personal and financial goals."

• B.S. Business
• Administration, Saint Louis University, emphasis in Economics; minor in Finance
• CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
• Friends of Kids with Cancer
• Junior Achievement
• Kirkwood Friends Family Forever