DOROTHY HENRIKSEN - President
Dorothy “Dottie” Henriksen was raised in Sound Beach, Long Island, NY. Dottie is happily married to Gary Henriksen and they have four adult children. Family and worship is very important, as Dottie and Gary make several trips a year to see their children in NY and Pennsylvania, as well as being active members in their church. Dottie has an extensive background in banking as well as obtaining her Life Insurance license and Notary appointment in Georgia. She also has a reputable knowledge of Bookkeeping and Income Tax Preparation, as being an asset in the Financial Planning process for women.
She enjoys working with people and feels that women, in general, have been mostly ignored by the financial services industry as a whole. Subsequently, she has geared Ironclad Financial Group, LLC towards women and their financial needs, objectives and dreams, specifically business start-ups. Whether, you are a widow, single parent, a special-needs parent, divorced or just came into a financial settlement, Dottie will listen and work with you to achieve your financial goals.
PATRICIA SANTANIELLO – Senior Accountant
Patricia Santaniello was raised in East Islip, Long Island, NY, but now lives in Hauppauge, Long Island. Patricia is happily married to Michael Santaniello, a pilot, and has two adult children. She enjoys traveling to the Caribbean and spending time with her family and neighbors. Patricia has been with Ironclad Financial Group, LLC since the inception and has an extensive background in Accounting and Administration, specifically Tax Planning. She has a degree in Accounting and a Masters in Administration. Patricia is responsible for managing the Smithtown, Long Island satallite office and works with both individuals and small businesses, saving them tax dollars through proper planning and financial advice.
GARY HENRIKSEN – Vice President
Gary was raised in Hauppauge, Long Island, NY. He is a Civil War enthusiast and has an avid interest in American Muscle Cars. Along with Dottie, Gary has been providing Accounting, Income Tax and comprehensive Financial Planning services to individuals and small businesses for over twelve years. After four years in the United States Marine Corps, Gary began his financial career in the banking. During that time, he earned a degree in Banking, Insurance and Real Estate by attending night college, while working and raising a family. Gary and Dottie always had the entrepreneurial spirit and in 1992, Ironclad Financial Services was created for the accounting and tax needs of individuals and small businesses. In addition, Gary obtained his Insurance and Securities licenses so that he could help implement both simple and complex Financial Plans that his practice would offer. In 1998, Gary and Dottie moved to Atlanta, GA, while still maintaining a presence on Long Island. Dottie and Gary also changed the name of the company to Ironclad Financial Group, LLC, as the company was growing rapidly and was offering many more services to the public than just accounting and taxes. Gary enjoys working with small businesses and co-chairs the Paulding County, GA “After Hours” Committee. He is also involved with mentoring Georgia’s youth through various programs. He has extensive experience in Income Tax and IRS issues, as well as creating customized Financial Plans for his clients. Also, having owned and managed a Home Improvement company for 14 years and being a General Partner is this practice for another 13 years, Gary understands the needs and decisions relative to starting and operating a successful business. Gary is currently attending school to pursue his Certified Financial Planning and Chartered Life Underwriter’s designations.
