Blake’s Approach
Blake J. Dicken
CFP®, MBA
Financial Advisor
Overview
Blake Dicken guides clients through complex financial decisions as a financial advisor in Savant’s Indianapolis office. A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, Blake is knowledgeable in all areas of financial planning, including wealth transfer and philanthropy, proactive income and estate tax planning, retirement cash flow projections, retirement income optimization, insurance needs analyses, debt management, and education funding.
Before joining Savant, Blake worked as a financial analyst for a local Indianapolis firm. He earned a bachelor’s degree in finance from Indiana University and a master of business administration (MBA) degree with a concentration in accounting from the University of Southern Indiana.
Blake lives on the south side of Indianapolis with his wife, Haley, and daughter, Claire. When not in the office, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends, golfing, and working out. He also enjoys cheering on Indiana’s professional and collegiate sports teams.
Areas of Focus
Comprehensive Wealth Management
Integrated guidance for your full financial life, bringing together investment, tax, estate, and retirement planning to support your goals.
Financial Planning
Our planning process helps you evaluate key areas of your financial life, uncover opportunities, and make decisions aligned with your goals.
Investment Management
Evidence-based investing designed to help you stay focused on long-term goals while navigating changing market conditions.
Estate Planning & Wealth Transfer
Thoughtful estate planning guidance to help organize your affairs, support your wishes, and prepare for future generations.
Trust Services
Comprehensive trust administration supported by integrated investment, tax, estate, charitable, and business succession planning services.
Education
- Indiana University
Bachelor of Science in Finance - University of Southern Indiana
Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Accounting
Professional Designations
- CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional
Insights & Perspectives
Thought leadership on wealth management, tax strategy, and financial planning.
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CFP®
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization's initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.