Meet the Advisory Board Member: Phil S.

BYP is run with support from a motivated team of young professionals, the Advisory Board! Learn more about the people that guide and influence the program and say hi when you see them at our next event.

Introducing Phil S.

Share a brief overview of your professional background.

My career started in the car business where I was a salesman for over 10 years. I started while still in college so I learned a lot about work ethic and customer service. After my car dealer days, I completed my financial exams including my series 7 and 66. Now, I am a financial advisor which allows me to put the client first and help in a much more drastic way.

Share a bit about your personal interests or hobbies.

My favorite things to do are playing golf in the summer and snowboarding in the winter. I love playing my drums, which I do for a few different local bands. I fill the rest of my time with friends and family, going for walks with my dog, Arnold Palmer, and trying new food places in Vermont.

Recommend a local restaurant/shop/business that you love.

I love shopping local. I am always walking around downtown or checking out spots around the U Mall or in Williston. My favorite restaurant is the Upper Deck Pub in South Burlington. It was my grandmother’s favorite so going back there always reminds me of her. I spend time visiting some of the great Church Street businesses like Lippa’s Estate & Fine Jewelry, Maven Skateshop, and Harbour Thread. They are always friendly and have an awesome selection.

Tell us what you like most about living in the greater Burlington area.

I like being close to the lake and family, and just about everything else. I live in the middle of South Burlington so almost all of the surrounding towns are within a ten minute drive. You can take a right out of my driveway and head into the city or to the lake, or take a left to get out to a family farm stand or a beautiful hike with a great view.

Share what motivated you to join the BYP Advisory Board.

I joined the Board because the young professionals in Burlington are very important. There is a significantly increasing older population here and Vermont needs younger people to step up to enhance what the older population has started. The Board helps broadcast that in a way that is fun and inviting for our YPs.