Our Team

Philip Rousseaux
President and Financial Representative

Philip A Rousseaux, RFC, CMFC, CLTC, is the founder and President of Everest Wealth Management, Inc.

Philip began his career in 1995 in the financial services industry and is known throughout the country for his experience and expertise as one of the top financial advisors in America (as noted by his Membership in the Top of Table of the Million Dollar Round Table Organization).  Philip is a Registered Investment Advisor, Chartered Mutual Fund Counselor, Registered Financial Consultant, and Certified in Long Term Care.  Each certification requires studies and successful completion of an examination that concentrates on financial planning and investment management.

A strong advocate of objectivity in client advice, Philip felt compelled to create his own firm using an independent broker-dealer who does not market their own products, thus eliminating potential conflict(s) of interest. Philip launched Everest Wealth Management in 2005 when 90% of his existing clients transferred their assets to the new firm.

In 2006 Philip co-authored a book “climbing the mountain to financial success” and has been quoted or appeared in the following media:WJZ TV Baltimore, CBS Radio  Stations in Baltimore, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Ft Lauderdale, and Charlotte,  The Baltimore Sun, Fox 45 News, The Dollars & Sense Conference, and The Capital Newspaper.

Philip received his B.S. in Economics from Towson University and completed the Wharton School of Business' "Investment Strategies and Portfolio Management Executive Education Program.  In his spare time, Philip enjoys scuba diving, traveling, and boating

Chris Kirk
Vice President and Financial Representative

Christopher J. Kirk is the Vice President of Everest Wealth Management, Inc.

Chris began his career with Everest Wealth Management in 2005 and is known throughout the country for his experience and expertise as one of the top financial advisors in America (as noted by his Membership in the Million Dollar Round Table Organization). He enjoys working with clients to achieve their retirement goals and protecting their wealth.

Chris is one of the Hosts of "The Money Guys" radio show heard locally on CBS Radio.

Chris lives with his wife Kristen in Anne Arundel County, MD. He received his B.S. (with honors) in Marketing from Towson University. Chris has also completed the "Investment Strategies and Portfolio Management Executive Education Program" at Wharton Business School. In his free time Chris enjoys Traveling and Golf.

Michael DiPaula
Financial Representative

Mike attended Calvert Hall College High School and Towson University where he studied business. Mike comes to us with a thirty plus year career in local law enforcement.  During his law enforcement career, Mike served in various capacities including, Patrol, SWAT and Detectives.  He also served as a commander in the Detective Division, Internal Affairs Division and Precinct Commander of two precincts. Mike loved law enforcement, but he knew once his police career was over, his eyes were set on the Financial Service field.  Throughout the years, he has owned other business entities.  Most recently, Mike co-owned a successful local mortgage brokerage. For the past six years, Mike and Bill hosted their own weekly radio show, "Financial Insider Secrets", on AM 680 WCBM.  Mike now appears on the Everest Wealth Management weekly radio show, "The Money Guys", heard on CBS Radio.  Prior to joining Everest, Mike has spent the past several years taking a variety of financial courses preparing for his life in the Financial Services industry and selected to team up with Everest Wealth Management from several other financial firms who were competing for his services.

Mike  has been married for 26 years to his wife Angie. They have three daughters and reside in the Bel Air area of Harford County

Bill McDonald
Financial Representative

Bill McDonald joins the Everest Wealth Management team after working in the printing and mortgage industries for 30 years. Bill is the proud father of four beautiful daughters and resides in the Kingsville area of Baltimore County, Maryland. Having an entrepreneurial spirit, Bill enjoyed having various business ventures. He owned and managed one of the leading printing firms in the Baltimore-Washington area for many years. Along with that, Bill, with his partner Mike, owned a successful mortgage brokerage firm and marketing business. Bill was the co-host, for the past 6 years, of the "Financial Insiders' Secrets" radio program on WCBM Station in Baltimore, a show focused on financial issues. This interest in and focus on financial issues led Bill to team up with the professionals at Everest Wealth Management.

John Anthony
Director Client Relations

John Anthony is Director of Client Relations and Marketing at Everest Wealth Management. He has 7 years of management experience from a local Baltimore financial recovery firm.  He is a Maryland State licensed Insurance/Annuities agent and occasional guest on "The Money Guys" radio show.   He is involved in running  the day to day operations and  ensures client service needs are handled properly and promptly.  John has lived in Maryland the majority of his life and is a Canton and Baltimore local.

Amanda Zeiler
Administrative Assistant

Amanda has lived in the Baltimore/Towson area her entire life. She currently resides in White Marsh with her fiance and singing partner Bill Schafer. She is a graduate of Lochraven Senior High School and attended Towson University. Amanda and her fiance sing professionally at Orchard Landing and other special events. She loves to laugh and sing, horseback riding, reading, camping, and fishing. She has been an executive secretary for over ten years and loves being an instrumental part of The Everest Wealth Management Team.

Dana DellaMonica
Administrative Assistant

Dana is a graduate of Towson University. She is recently married, and lives in Harford County with her husband Steve, and her three year old Golden Retriever, Dempsey. In her free time, she loves to hike, mountain bike, and garden. She has worked in the administrative field for over 13 years. She enjoys working with the hard-working, helpful, and intelligent Everest Wealth Management Team.