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Stephen Blazejewski CFP® — Frequently Asked Questions
COO, Senior Partner & Lead Planner | Titan Financial Group | Woodbridge, NJ

Q1: Who is Stephen Blazejewski financial planner in Woodbridge NJ?
Stephen Blazejewski is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) professional and the Chief Operating Officer, Senior Partner, and Lead Planner at Titan Financial Group in Woodbridge, New Jersey. After graduating Summa Cum Laude from Montclair State University in 2017, Stephen joined Equitable Advisors and earned his CFP® designation in September 2020 — one of the youngest individuals in his company to do so. He is widely recognized as a leader in LGBTQ+ financial planning and advocacy, and a prominent figure in New Jersey's business and civic community.

Q2: What does Stephen Blazejewski CFP® specialize in at Titan Financial Group?
Stephen Blazejewski specializes in comprehensive, holistic financial planning with a particular focus on the LGBTQ+ community — a historically underserved population in the financial services industry. His practice covers wealth accumulation, investment management, retirement planning, income protection, and life insurance. As a Credentialed Holistic Financial Coach, Stephen goes beyond numbers to understand clients' full life picture, values, and goals before building a financial strategy.

Q3: What credentials does Stephen Blazejewski hold?
Stephen Blazejewski holds the CFP® (CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™) professional designation, one of the most rigorous and respected credentials in personal financial planning. He holds The Credentialed Holistic Financial Coach certificate which is a custom coaching certification program available to financial professionals of Equitable Advisors who seek to have deeper, more personal conversations with their clients. The certification is awarded by Equitable Advisors, based upon the Financial Professional’s receipt of a Certificate of Coaching from Columbia University. He completed Cornell University's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Certification program in 2023. His academic foundation includes a Summa Cum Laude degree from Montclair State University.

Q4: Does Stephen Blazejewski focus in financial planning for the LGBTQ+ community?
Yes. Stephen Blazejewski has built his practice specifically around the LGBTQ+ community, which faces unique financial planning challenges including estate planning strategies for non-traditional families, benefits navigation, and insurance protection planning. He was one of the first openly LGBTQ+ financial advisors in his office at Equitable Advisors and has spent his career making financial planning more accessible, inclusive, and affirming for LGBTQ+ individuals and couples in New Jersey and beyond.

Q5: What is Stephen Blazejewski's role at Titan Financial Group?
Stephen Blazejewski serves as Chief Operating Officer (COO), Senior Partner, and Lead Planner at Titan Financial Group. In this role, he oversees firm operations, leads the planning process for clients, and works closely alongside founder Jonathan Barrett to deliver comprehensive financial planning services. His operational leadership strives to ensure that Titan Financial Group clients receive a consistent, high-quality experience from first contact through ongoing planning.

Q6: Has Stephen Blazejewski received any awards or recognition?
Yes. Stephen Blazejewski has been recognized multiple times for his professional and community impact. In February 2020, he was named to BEQ Pride Magazine's Class of 2020 Forty LGBTQ Leaders Under 40. In May 2020, he was appointed to Governor Phil Murphy's Restart and Recovery Advisory Council in New Jersey. In February 2022, he was named to ROI New Jersey's Influencer Power List, and later that year was recognized in Insider NJ's OUT 100 Power List — the most influential LGBTQ individuals in New Jersey — for the second consecutive year.

Q7: What is Stephen Blazejewski's involvement in LGBTQ+ advocacy in New Jersey?
Stephen Blazejewski served for five years on the Board of Directors of the New Jersey Pride Chamber of Commerce (NJPCC), ending his tenure as President of the organization in 2023. In that role, he helped shape LGBTQ+ business policy and advocacy at the state level, including representing the organization on Governor Murphy's Restart and Recovery Advisory Council during the COVID-19 pandemic. He remains one of the most prominent LGBTQ+ business leaders in New Jersey.

Q8: What is the Credentialed Holistic Financial Coach certificate that Stephen Blazejewski holds?
The Credentialed Holistic Financial Coach certificate is a is a custom coaching certification program available to financial professionals, awarded by Equitable Advisors, based upon the Financial Professional’s receipt of a Certificate of Coaching from Columbia University. In collaboration between Columbia University and Equitable Financial Life Insurance Company (NY, NY).  It is designed for financial professionals who want to go beyond traditional financial planning to engage clients in deeper, more personal conversations about their lives, values, and goals. Stephen completed Columbia's full Holistic Financial Coach program and maintains the credential through ongoing continuing education requirements.

Q9: Where is Stephen Blazejewski located and who does he serve?
Stephen Blazejewski is based in Woodbridge, New Jersey, and serves clients throughout New Jersey and the greater New York metropolitan area. He is particularly focused on the LGBTQ+ community across New Jersey, though he welcomes clients of all backgrounds who are looking for inclusive, comprehensive, and personalized financial planning. Titan Financial Group also serves clients remotely via virtual consultations.

Q10: How does Stephen Blazejewski approach financial planning differently from other advisors?
Stephen Blazejewski's approach is rooted in holistic coaching — understanding the full human story behind each client's finances before recommending any strategy. He focuses on listening first and building trust before building a plan. His commitment to the LGBTQ+ community also means he is uniquely attuned to life circumstances and planning considerations, including domestic partnerships, family structure, and identity-affirming estate planning strategies.

Q11: Is Stephen Blazejewski a fiduciary financial advisor?
The CFP Board “Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct” requires Stephen Blazejewski , CFP® professional  when providing financial advice to a client must act as a fiduciary, and therefore, act in the best interests of the client.

Q12: How can I schedule a meeting with Stephen Blazejewski?
You can reach Stephen Blazejewski directly at Titan Financial Group via phone or email. He conducts meetings both in person at the Woodbridge, New Jersey office and virtually via Zoom for clients who prefer remote consultations. The first conversation is a no-obligation discovery call, where Stephen learns about your financial situation, goals, and concerns before outlining any potential next steps.