Our Team

Glen Wood President glen.wood@lpl.com	Glen's professional background reflects an interesting blend of his two career passions; teaching and financial advising. He is Professor / Coordinator of the Financial Services Degree program at Broome Community College and Financial Advisor with more than 25 years experience. For him, teaching and advising are eternally intertwined and his unique style of combining humor into his classroom lectures and client presentations sets him apart from many others in the college setting and financial services industry.  Glen's teaching talent has been recognized by the Chancellor of the State University of New York in the form of the prestigious "Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching." Each Friday, Glen can be seen during WBNG TV's 5:30pm Action News providing pertinent financial information on his Friday Financial Tip segment. He has lectured to individuals and organizations in the U.S. and abroad, and authored numerous newspaper articles on financial topics. Glen has a Master's in Business from Elmira College and holds his Series 7, 24, 63, 65 and Life, Accident & Health, and Annuities Licenses.
Diane Boncamper Vice President diane.boncamper@lpl.com	Diane’s financial career began more than 26 years ago on Wall Street where she gained extensive experience working for an investment bank, a mutual fund management company, an equity  research firm  and a Japanese brokerage firm. In 1995, she returned to her roots in Binghamton where a local broker/dealer immediately offered her a position as Vice President of Securities/Compliance.  In 2002, she took on the challenge of facilitating the creation of The Glen Wood Financial Group, Inc.   Diane’s expertise in managing the firm as well as her extraordinary dedication to serving the needs of clients are integral in fulfilling the company’s goal of uncompromising quality and personal service. Diane has a Bachelor of Science from SUNY Brockport and holds her Series 4, 7, 24, 63, 65 and Life, Accident & Health, and Annuities licenses.
Gary Wood Manager Office Operations gary.wood@lpl.com	After several years of software design with IBM and Universal Instruments as well as teaching computer programming at Broome Community College, Gary joined The Glen Wood Financial Group, Inc. in 2003 as our Office Manager. Possessing degrees in Business Marketing and Computer Science and his attention to detail make him well suited for the processes associated with the day to day operations of our firm.
Beverly Novak Sr. Financial Consultant beverly.novak@lpl.com	Bev's more than 28-year professional background in financial services includes experience as a Director of Research, Vice President of Investments, Municipal Bond Trader and Sr. Financial Consultant.  She joined The Glen Wood Financial Group in 2005. Given her background, Bev places a particular emphasis on providing guidance on fixed income instruments and individual securities. She enjoys utilizing financial analysis and hands-on research to find well-suited investments for her clients. She has a Master of Arts from SUNY Binghamton and holds her Series 4, 7, 24, 63, 65 and Life, Accident & Health, and Annuities licenses.
Gregory & Joanne Diehl Financial Consultants gregory.diehl@lpl.com joanne.diehl@lpl.com	Greg and Joanne became a Financial Consulting team in 2000.  They have been affiliated with The Glen Wood Financial Group since 2004 and have their office at GHS Federal Credit Union, where they have been serving their non-member clients’ and GHS members’ financial and investment needs for more than 10 years. Their client-centered mission:  “To provide you with objective, understandable guidance and solutions that will help address your individual financial and investment needs – now and for your lifetime.  We’re committed to being your advocates, to making the financial world clear and educating you so you can confidently make decisions about your financial future.”    Both Greg and Joanne have degrees in Financial Services and hold their Series 7 and 63 as well as Life, Accident & Health, and Annuities Licenses.
Eric Kearney LPL Financial Advisor eric.kearney@lpl.com	Rick has been providing investment advice since 2002. Prior to that, he was a successful small business owner for 11 years. Rick joined The Glen Wood Financial Group in 2010. His diverse client base is represented by individuals, small business owners and those nearing retirement or enjoying retirement.  Each of these groups of clients has their own unique financial needs and concerns.   He takes the time to listen and get a full understanding of their current financial picture as well as their overall financial goals. This process requires that  specific goals be set according to one's risk profile and investment timeline. After recommending appropriate investments, he regularly monitors performance to ensure that stated objectives are being met. His practice is focused on innovative fee-based investment platforms through LPL Financial. In addition to meeting with clients at our main branch, Rick conducts business at a branch in Towanda, PA. He holds his Series 7, 66 and Life, Accident & Health, and Annuities Licenses.