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Founder & President
Nick Messina
Nick Messina is a licensed Series 65 financial advisor and Fiduciary with over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. As a Fiduciary, Nick is legally and ethically committed to acting in the best interest of his clients at all times. Throughout his career, Nick has guided individuals and families through all aspects of financial planning, including Wealth Management, Retirement Planning, Estate Planning, Income Planning, Long-Term Care Planning, Tax Strategies, & more. His client-centered approach is built on trust, transparency, and a deep commitment to helping people achieve peace of mind in retirement.
A proud Louisiana native, Nick attended Nicholls State University, where he also played collegiate football. He and his wife, Stacy, now reside in Metairie and enjoy traveling, boating, and spending time at the beach. Their daughter, Kassie, is a recent graduate of the LSU School of Dentistry and practices as a Dental Hygienist in Metairie. Nick believes that those who have worked hard their entire lives deserve more than just a secure retirement—they deserve to enjoy it to the fullest. He is dedicated to helping his clients retire with confidence and live the life they’ve envisioned
More About Nick
Nick focuses on working with retirees and individuals nearing retirement. This focus includes a dialogue with them about protecting their assets, the impact the market can have on long-term goals, taxes, and nursing home spend-down. His goal is to preserve and ultimately enhance his client’s lifestyle and wealth. He stays up to date on the latest products and techniques to suggest personalized plans that can provide income, reduce financial risk, eliminate fees where they are not needed, lower taxes, handle probate, and protect his client’s assets.
Nick was born in Metairie and raised in Covington. He is a graduate of St. Paul’s High School and attended Nicholl’s State University while playing football. He is involved in the community and enjoys fitness activities, travel, and being with family.
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Meet your team!
Our team at Messina’s Wealth Management is dedicated to helping you learn your options for keeping your retirement savings safe and protected. Our “client-first” philosophy drives everything we do and we look forward to working with you.
Rick Canamar
Senior Advisor
Rick brings 30+ years of experience in insurance and financial services, and is licensed in 15 states. Rick hosts seminars to help potential clients make informed decisions and plan for a enjoyable retirement. He works alongside his wife , Michelle in Medicare Services. For questions regarding insurance, Medicare, or seminar schedules, you can contact him at: rick@safemoneynick.com
Rene Perez
Director of Operations
Rene is a licensed Insurance Producer who oversees the firm’s Assets Under Management (AUM) reporting and administration while managing the day-to-day operations of the office. He ensures operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and supports the delivery of a seamless client experience. For more info contact him at: rene@safemoneynick.com
Correnne deValcourt
Director of Client Development
Correnne is a licensed Insurance Producer who oversees and facilitates the setup and funding of all new client accounts. Correnne supports clients with questions related to new accounts or adding funds to existing policies. For assistance with account setup, transfers, or funding requests, you can contact her at: Correnne@safemoneynick.com
Ashley Johnston
Director of Client Relations
Ashley is a licensed Insurance Producer who oversees our Client Relations Department and ensures clients receive exceptional ongoing service. She manages policy preparation and delivery, schedules and conducts annual reviews, and assists with policy servicing needs. To schedule a review or get help with your policy, you can contact her at: Ashley@safemoneynick.com
Renna Shows
Office Administrator
Renna is a licensed Insurance Producer who manages administrative operations for the office. She is the first point of contact when calling or visiting the office and assists clients and prospects who call to register for seminars and client events. For general office questions, you can contact her at: renna@safemoneynick.com
Will East
Seminar, Appointment, & Life Insurance Coordinator
Will is a licensed Insurance Producer who oversees all of our seminars and is responsible for scheduling appointments for prospective clients. He helps ensure a smooth transition from seminar attendance to initial consultation. He specializes in the Tax-Free Green Line, our life insurance platform. For assistance with seminar registration or to schedule an appointment, you can contact him at: will@safemoneynick.com
Miranda Buckley
Marketing & Event Coordinator
Miranda leads our Marketing Department and directs all marketing strategy, branding, and client outreach initiatives. She oversees the planning of events and assists in execution of seminars, ensuring a consistent and high-quality client experience from initial outreach through event completion. For questions regarding events you can contact her at: miranda@safemoneynick.com
Our Client Recommendation Board
The Messina Wealth Management Client Recommendation Board is made up of people who believe in our dedication to “safe money” retirement options. This mission has never been more important than it is today.
Our Client Recommendation Board informs our firm on how we can better serve our clients. Board members give us constructive feedback on services we provide and education topics we cover.
In addition, our client recommendation board contributes in the following ways:
- Discuss relevant pre-retiree and retiree issues at our bi-annual board meetings
- Attend occasional dinner seminars and answer fellow retiree questions
- Be available as a reference for prospective clients
Lynda
Mona
Debbie
Terri
Damian
Clyde
Betty
Barry
There is a lot to consider when working with a new financial professional. Our Client Recommendation Board can answer questions, share their first-hand experiences, and put your mind at ease. Have questions for a current client recommendation board member? Reach out to us and we’ll be happy to connect you.












































