
John Granzow, CIMA®


The Perfect Balance of Drive and Heart- The Partnership Behind The Armillary Group
Over two decades ago, John Granzow stepped into the world of wealth management as a newly minted advisor-ambitious, determined, and ready to build something meaningful. But even he knew the most driven individuals need the right partner along the way. At Wachovia Securities, John met Phyllis Walkowiak, a young professional whose sharp intuition, organizational skills, and steady confidence complemented his own.
"I knew he was going to succeed," Phyllis recalls. What she didn't know was how essential she would become to that success.
From long hours, through major life events, the ups and the downs, to years spent on the road building relationships, the business grew- brick by brick, year after year. What started as two people with a shared vision has since blossomed into the Armillary Group, a partnership built on trust, grit, and genuine care for the clients they serve.
Still today, their potential continues to grow. The duo never forgets where it all began. As John often says, "Phyllis is the heart and backbone of this operation- patient, hardworking, and caring."
A perfect pairing- one that turned ambition into legacy.
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