About Michael Schroder | Veteran-Owned Financial Advisor in Omaha, NE

Michael Schroder, Financial Advisor at Schroder Financial LLC in Omaha, NE

Veteran-Owned Business

About Michael

Serving Omaha with Trust, Expertise & a Veteran's Commitment

Michael Schroder is a financial advisor, veteran, and community leader whose life's work has been centered on service — first to his country, then to the businesses and families of the greater Omaha area. With over 20 years of experience navigating complex financial landscapes, Michael brings a rare combination of professional breadth, personal integrity, and genuine care to every client relationship.

A graduate of Chadron State College with a degree in business, Michael built his financial foundation during nearly two decades at Werner Enterprises, one of the largest transportation and logistics companies in the United States. Working in finance at Werner gave Michael real-world expertise in cash flow management, risk analysis, and long-term financial planning — skills that translate directly into the personalized guidance he provides to clients today.

In 2019, Michael made a deliberate decision to transition into personal financial advisory because he wanted to make a more direct, meaningful impact on the individuals and families in his community. At Schroder Financial, LLC he helps clients across Omaha, Papillion, Bellevue, La Vista, and across Nebraska protect what they've built, grow their wealth, and plan for a confident future. His approach is rooted in education, transparency, and long-term partnership rather than one-time transactions.

Residing in Papillion with his family, Michael is deeply embedded in the communities he serves. When you work with Michael, you're not just getting a financial advisor — you're gaining a trusted partner who is invested in your success and accessible when you need guidance.

Background & Journey

From Service to Financial Advisory

Three defining chapters shaped the advisor Michael is today.

Military Service & National Guard

Michael served in the United States Army National Guard, completing three combat tours. That experience instilled in him an unshakeable sense of discipline, duty, and integrity — qualities that define his approach to financial advisory to this day. Military service taught Michael to stay composed under pressure, plan meticulously, and never abandon the people counting on him. He brings that same commitment to every client relationship.

As a veteran, Michael understands firsthand the financial challenges that service members and their families face: deployments, transitions, and building financial security without the traditional career ladder. He is especially attuned to the needs of veterans and military families navigating life insurance, survivor benefits, and long-term financial planning after service.

Nearly Two Decades at Werner Enterprises

After completing his degree in business at Chadron State College, Michael joined Werner Enterprises — a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Omaha and one of the largest trucking and logistics firms in North America. Over nearly 20 years in their finance department, Michael developed expertise in financial analysis, risk management, budgeting, and corporate financial strategy.

Working in a demanding corporate finance environment gave Michael a sophisticated understanding of how money moves, how risk compounds, and how disciplined planning separates businesses and individuals that thrive from those that struggle. That institutional rigor now benefits every personal and business client he serves — bringing Fortune 500-level financial thinking to the families and small businesses of the Omaha metro.

Transition to Financial Advisory

In 2019, Michael founded Schroder Financial, LLC with a clear mission: to provide the families and businesses of greater Omaha access to the kind of thoughtful, comprehensive financial guidance that was once reserved for wealthier clients. He invested in earning multiple licenses (SIE, Series 7, Series 63, Series 65, Life & Health, Property & Casualty) to be able to provide truly holistic advice across protection, investment, and income planning.

What sets Michael apart is his willingness to listen first and recommend second. He doesn't arrive at a meeting with a predetermined solution — he works to understand your goals, your fears, and your timeline before proposing anything. That client-first approach has built a reputation for trust and long-term relationships rather than transactional sales.

Community Involvement

Invested in Omaha's Success

Michael's commitment to community isn't a marketing message — it's a daily practice. As an Ambassador with the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce, he actively participates in business development events, ribbon cuttings, and chamber initiatives that support the growth of small businesses in Papillion, Bellevue, La Vista, and the broader Sarpy County area. Ambassadors are among the chamber's most visible representatives, connecting members with resources and fostering relationships that help local businesses grow.

Michael is also a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce Presidents Club — a distinction reserved for top-tier chamber investors who believe in the economic vitality of the Omaha region. Through both organizations, Michael has built a network of trusted business relationships across industries, which benefits his clients through referrals, introductions, and access to chamber-exclusive programs like the Multiple Employer Aggregation Program (MEAP) for group benefits.

Residing in Papillion with his family, Michael is as invested in the long-term success of the communities he serves as any of his clients. He sponsors local events, supports veteran causes, and remains actively engaged in the organizations that make the Omaha metro a great place to live and do business.

Sarpy Chamber Ambassador Greater Omaha Chamber Presidents Club Nebraska National Guard Veteran 3 Combat Tours Papillion, NE Resident

Credentials

Fully Licensed to Serve Your Complete Financial Picture

Michael holds an extensive range of licenses and registrations that allow him to provide comprehensive, holistic financial guidance — not just one slice of the picture. Many advisors are limited to insurance products or investments alone; Michael is qualified to address both, along with property protection and securities.

SIE Securities Industry Essentials Exam

Series 7 General Securities Representative

Series 63 Uniform Securities Agent State Law

Series 65 Uniform Investment Adviser Law

Life & Health Life, Health & Annuity Insurance

P&C Property & Casualty Insurance

Michael's Approach

A Philosophy Built on Partnership & Trust

Michael's approach to financial advisory is shaped by his background in military service, corporate finance, and community leadership. These three principles guide every client relationship.

Education, Transparency & Integrity

Michael believes that informed clients make better financial decisions. He takes time to explain options clearly — including costs, trade-offs, and alternatives — so you can choose with confidence, not under pressure. Michael's commitment is to recommend only products that genuinely serve your interests, and he will tell you plainly if the timing isn't right for a particular solution.

You're a Partner, Not Just a Client

Financial planning is not a one-time event — it's an ongoing relationship. Michael builds long-term partnerships with his clients, checking in regularly, reviewing plans as life changes, and being accessible when questions arise. Your financial journey is never static, and Michael's involvement in it isn't either. He is as invested in your success as you are.

Community-First Commitment

Michael's work is rooted in the belief that strong, financially secure individuals and businesses make for stronger communities. By helping families in Omaha, Papillion, Bellevue, and La Vista build financial security, he contributes to the economic health of the region he calls home. His active involvement in the Sarpy Chamber and Greater Omaha Chamber is an extension of that commitment — not just a networking exercise.

Veteran's Discipline & Accountability

Military service shapes how Michael operates: with precision, reliability, and a deep sense of accountability. When he commits to a plan or a follow-up, it happens. When he encounters a problem, he works through it rather than around it. Clients who have worked with other advisors frequently comment on how different the experience feels — because Michael treats every commitment with the seriousness of a mission.

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