John Branstrom has been serving clients in financial services since 1973 through Branstrom Financial of GCG Wealth Management. A Life Member of the Million Dollar Roundtable, he is recognized for his long-standing commitment to excellence and client relationships.

He earned a B.A. in Economics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and holds the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Certified Life Underwriter (CLU), and Certified Long-Term Care designations from The American College.

John is deeply involved in the Burke County community, serving as an Elder at First Presbyterian Church and contributing to its finance and education ministries. His past leadership includes roles as President of the Burke County Chamber of Commerce, the Community Foundation, and Economic Development, as well as County Commissioner and bank director. He has been honored as Rotary Man of the Year and Advisor of the Year by the Catawba Valley Estate Planning Council.

He has been married to his wife, Jan, for over 60 years and is the proud father of two sons and grandfather of two.