Meet the Team

Jonathan Briggs CFP®

President

Email Address

[email protected]

Phone Number

(813) 448-3662

After becoming a minority Owner in October of 2020, Jonathan became the full Owner of BRIA Capital Group, LLC in December of 2021. Taking care of our Firms Clients isn't something Jonathan takes lightly. Jonathan focuses on financial planning, asset management, and risk management to help his clients reach their financial goals.

Prior to joining BRIA Capital Group LLC, Jonathan served as Manager, Financial Services at Pruco Securities. He earned a bachelor degree from the State of New York at Oswego. In addition, he received his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) certificate from the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, College for Financial Planning. Before moving down here to join the Firm Jonathan spent most of his life in Upstate New York.

Jonathan lives in Lutz with his Wife Jaimie and 3 Daughters.
 

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Licenses

  • Series 65
  • 2-15 Insurance License

Christopher Cook

Financial Advisor

Email Address

[email protected]

Phone Number

(813) 678-2721

As a Financial Advisor, Christopher’s primary role is to assist clients with their financial goals.  Christopher has a passion for developing strong client relationships and collaborating with key decision-makers.

Prior to relocating to Tampa and joining BRIA Capital Group LLC Christopher was a native of upstate New York.  He adds more than 5 years of experience to the BRIA team previously being a founding partner of Rochester Wealth Partners, an independent financial services firm located in Rochester, NY, and a Financial Planner at Pruco Securities.

During his time off Chris enjoys traveling, golfing, and cooking.  He lives in Wesley Chapel with his wife Danielle, daughter Isabella, and their two dogs Bruce and Teddy.

Licenses

  • Series 65
  • 2-15 Insurance License

Mike Garcia, AAMS®

Financial Advisor

Email Address

[email protected]

Phone Number

(813) 678-2726

Originally from Colorado, Mike Garcia relocated to Wesley Chapel, Florida, in 2018 with his wife, Jessica, and their five children. With more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Mike is a lifelong entrepreneur who has owned, operated, and consulted for multiple restaurant concepts from California to Louisiana. His entrepreneurial journey also includes ownership of hair salons and a catering company before transitioning to the financial services industry in 2018.

Mike is licensed with the Series 7 and Series 66, as well as Health, Life, and Variable Annuity licenses. He also holds the Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS®) designation. Throughout his financial career, Mike has served as an Independent Financial Advisor with Raymond James, New York Life and OneAmerica Securities focusing on helping clients build and protect their wealth through personalized planning strategies.

Deeply committed to community involvement, Mike is an active member of the North Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce, the Wesley Chapel Rotary Club, and currently serves as Vice President of The Wesley Chapel Pure Success BNI Chapter.

Outside of work, Mike enjoys playing golf and spending time with family and friends—but his greatest joy comes from watching his children play sports.

“If you’re not at the table, you’re on the menu.” — Michael Enzi

Certificates

AAMS®

Licenses

  • Series 7 & 66
  • 2-15 Insurance License

Nancy Sollog

Client Services

Email Address

[email protected]

Phone Number

(727) 771-1200

Nancy has been married to her husband, Eugene, for 42 years and treasures time spent with their growing family. Together they have two married sons and are excited to soon welcome their fifth grandchild, with all of their grandchildren being three years old and under. Family is at the heart of everything she does, and she loves making memories with them whenever she can.

Outside of the office, Nancy teaches kindergarten catechism on Sundays, volunteers at her church, and enjoys reading, crocheting, and sharing meals with friends. She values faith, family, and serving others, both in her personal life and at work.

This year marks Nancy's 20th anniversary with the JMI & BRIA team. Over the years, she has become an integral part of the firm, handling countless details behind the scenes and helping keep the office running smoothly each day. Her dedication, warmth, and willingness to help make her a trusted resource for both the team and the clients she supports.

Sandra Alexander

Client Services & Licensed Insurance Agent

Email Address

[email protected]

Phone Number

(813) 448-1122

Sandra Alexander is a wife to her husband, Jordan, and mom to two boys, Maddox and Ryler, who keep life busy with travel baseball and family adventures. Originally from Indiana, she and her family moved to Florida in 2017 and have loved calling it home ever since.

Sandra has spent years in the financial industry, first working behind the scenes before stepping into a client-facing role. Her experience gives her a practical, down-to-earth perspective, and she enjoys helping people feel more confident about their financial decisions.

Outside of work, Sandra is active in her community through her local PTO, volunteers at school events, and is involved with the Tampa Bay Women's Professional Network Group. When she's not working, you'll most likely find her at the ballfield cheering on her boys or spending time with family and friends.

Licenses

  • 2-15 Insurance
  • Medicare

Giovannie Topazio

Paraplanner

Email Address

[email protected]

Originally from Ohio, Giovannie "Gio" made the move to the Tampa area a little over two years ago and has enjoyed building both his career and life in Florida. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Financial Planning from the University of Akron and holds his Series 65 and 2-15 insurance licenses.

Gio has always been interested in helping people make informed financial decisions and enjoys building relationships with clients along the way. He values taking the time to listen, understand what matters most to each person, and be a dependable resource throughout their financial journey.

Outside of work, you'll usually find Gio enjoying a day at the beach with his dog, Uta, playing a round of golf, or cheering on his favorite teams, Chelsea FC and the Cleveland Guardians. He appreciates the Florida lifestyle and enjoys spending his free time outdoors whenever he can.

Licenses

  • Series 65
  • 2-15 Insurance License

Arthur Muff

Paraplanner

Email Address

[email protected]

Arthur Muff brings more than 20 years of experience in client service, operations, and relationship management. Throughout his career, he's enjoyed building meaningful relationships and helping people navigate important decisions with clear communication and dependable support.

Originally from New Jersey, Arthur moved to Florida with his family in 2020 and now lives in Land O' Lakes with his wife, two daughters, and their English Bulldog. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, cheering on his daughters at their activities, staying active, collecting sports memorabilia, and supporting local community events.

At BRIA Capital Group, Arthur works closely with the advisory team to help create a seamless experience for clients, providing support throughout the financial planning process and assisting with day-to-day client needs. His thoughtful approach and genuine desire to help others make him a valued member of the team.