About Us

The Fine/Omansky Group has devoted more than 55 years to serving the needs of high net-worth individuals, families, and corporate executives.

We make it our goal to add value through a strong client-advisor relationship and by providing each client with access to the best financial resources available in the market. From implementing tax-efficient strategies to achieving educational and retirement goals, we work with our clients to develop a strategy to grow and preserve their wealth.

Your customized wealth management program will start with an open-ended discussion about your financial needs as well as your short and long-term objectives. By incorporating your time horizon and risk tolerance, we look to optimize your program’s potential for achieving your financial goals. In many cases, we will work with your tax and legal advisors to develop tax-efficient strategies that will maximize your wealth’s growth potential.

We will educate you about the investment choices available, while recommending what we believe to be the most favorable program designed to increase the likelihood of meeting your financial objectives. Once your wealth management program has been implemented, we will periodically review its progress with you to make certain that its strategy remains aligned with your short and long term financial needs.
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2018-2022 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2018-2022). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
"Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors: State-by-State
Source: Barron's.com (Awarded Mar 2016) Data compiled by Barron's based on time period from Sept 2014 - Sept 2015. “
2017-2021 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2017-2021) The award was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by Five-Star Professional based on objective criteria. The award was not based on a specific time period. "
2018-2021 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2018-2021) The award was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by Five-Star Professional based on objective criteria. The award was not based on a specific time period. "

Location

111 S Pfingsten Rd
Ste 200
Deerfield, IL 60015
US
Direct:
(847) 291-5507(847) 291-5507
Toll-Free:
(800) 543-3623(800) 543-3623

Meet The Fine/Omansky Group

About Kevin S. Fine

After earning both his CPA and MBA, Kevin practiced both public accounting (now non-practicing) and investment banking for over 5 years. Kevin began his wealth management career in 1997 to focus on the needs of high net-worth individuals, families, and corporate executives.

Kevin delivers added-value to each client through unbiased financial advice and recommendations on portfolio construction, investment strategy, and goal-based life objectives. Kevin is a Senior Portfolio Management Director who, in addition to providing traditional advice and guidance, can help clients pursue their objectives by building and managing their own personalized or defined strategies, which may incorporate individual stocks and bonds, Morgan Stanley model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. When servicing clients through the firm’s Investment Advisory Program, a Senior Portfolio Management Director may manage strategies on a discretionary basis.

Kevin has been named to Barron’s list of America’s Top 1,200 Advisors for 2016. Kevin has been named to Crain’s Chicago Business Magazine’s List of Chicago’s Notable Financial Advisors for 2018. Kevin has been named to Forbes Magazine’s List of America’s Best-In-State Wealth Advisors for 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. Kevin has been named to Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams for 2023, 2024 and 2025. Kevin has been named to Five Star Wealth Manager by Five Star Professional for 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. Kevin has been named to the President's Club at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management for 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025.

Kevin lives in Deerfield with his wife and 3 children.

Kevin is FINRA registered Series 7, Series 63 and Series 65.


2016 Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors: State-by-State
Source: Barron's.com (Awarded Mar 2016). Data compiled by Barron's based on 12-month period concluding in Sept of the year prior to the insurance of the award.

2018 Crain's Chicago Business Magazine’s List of Chicago’s Notable Financial Advisors Source: Crains.com (Awarded 2018). Data compiled by Crain's based on 12-month period concluding in the year prior to the issuance of the award.

2018-2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2018-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.

2023-2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.

2017-2024 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2017-2024) The award was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by Five-Star Professional based on objective criteria. This award was issued on 10/1/24 by Five Star Professional (FSP) for the time period 1/9/24 through 7/31/24.
Securities Agent: WY, MA, NV, OK, CO, OR, MN, MD, FL, CT, SD, MI, SC, MO, LA, IN, WA, IL, DE, KS, PA, AR, CA, TN, AZ, NJ, NM, TX, WI, NC, OH, WV, DC, NY, NE, GA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 560340

About Scott J. Omansky

Scott began his financial services career in 2002. As a Vice President - Financial Advisor with The Fine/Omansky Group, Scott utilizes a wealth management approach to help educate, organize, and manage client’s goals and objectives. Scott is responsible for developing new relationships and introducing clients to the group.

As a Financial Planning Specialist, Scott works with clients to structure a customized program to help grow and preserve their wealth based on each client’s financial goals and aspirations. Scott is a Senior Portfolio Manager who, in addition to providing traditional advice and guidance, can help clients pursue their objectives by building and managing their own personalized or defined strategies, which may incorporate individual stocks and bonds, Morgan Stanley model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. When servicing clients through the firm’s Investment Advisory Program, a Senior Portfolio Manager may manage strategies on a discretionary basis.

Scott has been named to Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams for 2023, 2024 and 2025. Scott has been named to Five Star Wealth Manager by Five Star Professional for 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. Scott has been named to the Pacesetter’s Club at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management for 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022.

Scott is married with 2 children.

Scott is FINRA registered Series 7, Series 63 and Series 65.


2023-2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.

2018-2024 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2018-2024) The award was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by Five-Star Professional based on objective criteria. This award was issued on 10/1/24 by Five Star Professional (FSP) for the time period 1/9/24 through 7/31/24.
Securities Agent: NC, FL, MD, AR, TX, NY, MA, AZ, MN, WI, DE, DC, CO, WA, SD, OK, MI, LA, IL, NJ, WV, CA, CT, IN, PA, OH, NE, MO, NM, WY, GA, KS, NV, OR, SC, TN; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1273964

About Ann Marie Kenik

Ann Marie works with The Fine/Omansky Group as a Portfolio Associate and has been with the group since 1980. Ann Marie is the first point of contact for clients.

Ann Marie is personally dedicated to improving and streamlining each client's experience. Ann Marie is responsible for handling transactions, account openings, and for the operational efficiency of the group.

Ann Marie is a member of The Fine/Omansky Group that has been named to Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams for 2023, 2024 and 2025.

Ann Marie is FINRA registered Series 3, Series 7, Series 63, and Series 66.


2023-2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.

About Harrison Brandt

Harrison works with The Fine/Omansky Group as a Portfolio Associate and has been with the group since 2019. Harrison graduated from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University in 2007. Harrison began his financial services career in 2008. Harrison serves as a main point of contact for clients.

Harrison is responsible for new client onboarding, our client review process, enrolling and training clients on Morgan Stanley Client Serv, as well as researching and gathering critical data to assist with client portfolio analysis.

Harrison is a member of The Fine/Omansky Group that has been named to Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams for 2023, 2024 and 2025.

Harrison is FINRA registered Series 7 and Series 66.


2023-2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
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Retirement

Working with you to understand your life goals and develop a personalized wealth strategy. Today and for the years to come.
  • 401(k) Rollovers
  • IRA Plans
  • Retirement income strategies
  • Retirement plan participants
  • Annuities
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Investing

Working closely with you to guide your wealth and investments through the most challenging market cycles.
  • Asset Management
  • Wealth Planning
  • Traditional Investments
  • Alternative Investments
  • Impact Investing
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Family

Creating customized financial strategies for the challenges that today’s families face.
  • Estate Planning Strategies
  • 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
  • Long Term Care Insurance
  • Special Needs Planning
  • Trust Services
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The countdown to Tax Day has begun. Here are some strategies to consider as the deadline approaches.

Business Planning

Helping you on key aspects of your business such as ownership, liquidity and developing opportunities.
  • Succession Planning
  • Business Planning
  • Qualified Retirement Plans
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Selling your business can mean big changes for your life, both personally and financially. Know how to make the most of your windfall.

Philanthropy

Making sure your philanthropic dollars are managed with the same high quality service as the rest of your wealth.
  • Endowments
  • Foundations
  • Donor Advised Funds
  • Impact Investing
Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving 
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Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving 

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