The staff of First Financial Advisors consists of professionals who are dedicated to providing leading, customized solutions. Our team-based approach helps insure that you receive the best advice from the best experts, using a process that is integrated and seamless. Below are the biographical profiles of our partners and staff.

Anthony G. Tidswell - Partner, Treasurer and Investment Advisor. BBA Degree from Grand Valley State University, Allendale, MI 1986. Certified Public Accountant since 1989. Tony joined First Financial Advisors in 1999 after working as an independent CPA and, prior to that, as a Corporate Controller. Tony advises on the management of our tax-sensitive portfolios and offers tax-related counsel on financial planning and asset management issues.

Eric M. Lans - Partner and Financial Planner. BA Degree from Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, 1992; MBA Degree from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 2000. Eric joined First Financial Advisors in 2001. He draws on a strong background in economics, finance and business consulting to oversee First Financial Advisors' institutional investment services. Eric also works extensively on financial planning for individual clients.

James A. Mikesell II - Partner and financial planner. BBA Degree from Grand Valley State University, Allendale, MI 1995. Jim joined First Financial Advisors in 2010. He draws on a strong background in finance and business consulting based on his 12 years of commercial banking experience. Jim works extensively on financial planning for individual and business clients.