RENO, NV, April 23, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Ryan Nelson has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mr. Nelson is the founder and chief financial planner of Alchemy Wealth Management, an independent fee-only fiduciary firm based in Reno, Nevada. Since launching the firm in 2021, he has built a practice focused on helping pre-retirees and retirees navigate the financial and emotional complexities of retirement with greater clarity and confidence.

Through Alchemy Wealth Management, Mr. Nelson specializes in retirement transitions, tax-aware planning, and long-term investment strategy. He works closely with clients to understand their goals, simplify complex financial decisions, and create personalized plans designed to support both financial independence and peace of mind. His approach reflects a strong belief that financial planning should not only improve numbers on a page, but also help people live more fully and intentionally.

Under Mr. Nelson's leadership, Alchemy Wealth Management has become known for its independent advice, fiduciary standard, and high-touch client experience. The firm primarily serves individuals approaching retirement, transitioning into retirement, or already retired, many of whom face increasingly complex decisions around income planning, tax strategy, portfolio withdrawals, and Medicare-related thresholds. To help clients address these issues in a more organized and proactive way, Mr. Nelson developed the proprietary Fiscal Physical® Retirement Process, a trademarked framework designed to help individuals prepare for retirement with greater structure, clarity, and tax efficiency.

Before founding Alchemy Wealth Management, Mr. Nelson served as a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Reno from 2016 to 2021. During that time, he developed deep experience in relationship management, comprehensive financial planning, and helping clients make informed long-term decisions. That foundation helped prepare him to launch and grow his own independent firm.

Earlier in his career, Mr. Nelson held multiple leadership and operations-focused roles at Pentair in Reno, including lean specialist, warehouse supervisor, and materials manager. In those positions, he gained valuable experience in process improvement, operations, logistics, and team leadership. His professional path began in 2012 with NRG Energy Inc., where he contributed to the commissioning of the Ivanpah Solar Electric Generating System. Those early roles helped shape the analytical, systems-oriented mindset that continues to define his work today.

Mr. Nelson earned a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering in 2012 and a Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in financial investments in 2016 from the University of Nevada, Reno. His engineering background remains a meaningful influence on his work, contributing to the disciplined, problem-solving approach he brings to financial planning. While pursuing graduate studies, he discovered a strong interest in personal finance and long-term wealth strategy, which ultimately led him to transition from engineering into the financial services profession.

In addition to his client work, Mr. Nelson is committed to making financial education more accessible to the public. He is the author of "Your Fiscal Physical: 7 Keys to Becoming Financially Fit", which became an Amazon bestseller in 2023. He also hosts The Fiscal Physical Retirement Podcast, where he provides weekly educational content designed to help listeners better understand retirement planning, investing, and personal finance in clear, practical terms. Through his podcast, webinars, and public-facing educational content, Mr. Nelson has made financial literacy a central part of his professional mission.

Mr. Nelson is also active in the broader professional community. He is a member of XY Planning Network, The AGC - Advisors Growing as a Community, and the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors. He is also a graduate of Leadership Reno Sparks, a selective leadership development program that requires nomination for participation.

His commitment to service extends into the community as well. Mr. Nelson is a founding member of Battle Born BNI and has served in leadership and board roles with several local organizations, including the Northern Nevada R.A.V.E. Family Foundation, Reno Tahoe Young Professionals Network, Northern Nevada Math Club, and the Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada. Through both professional and civic involvement, he has consistently invested in strengthening the community he calls home.

Over the course of his career, Mr. Nelson has received recognition for both professional achievement and community impact. In 2026, Alchemy Wealth Management was named an Excellence Awardee for RIA Team of the Year (Under 10 Advisors) by InvestmentNews, and Mr. Nelson received the Voice of the Client Highly Rated Advisor Award by Wealthtender. Alchemy Wealth Management has also been recognized multiple times as a top-ranked financial planning firm in Reno, including honors from Quality Business Awards, BusinessRate, and the Best of Sierra Nevada Awards. In addition, Mr. Nelson was recognized as a Twenty Under 40 Award recipient in 2019.

A Reno native, Mr. Nelson attributes much of his success to a strong internal drive, a competitive spirit, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Looking ahead, he plans to continue expanding Alchemy Wealth Management by refining systems, improving efficiency, and helping more individuals and families make thoughtful financial decisions with confidence. He remains focused on building a firm that delivers meaningful guidance, lasting relationships, and real peace of mind to those preparing for and living in retirement.

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