With four decades of experience guiding clients toward secure financial futures, Randy Thurman brings a rare combination of deep expertise and practical wisdom to wealth management. As CEO and Managing Partner of Retirement Investment Advisors, Inc., he holds the industry’s most respected credentials: CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, Certified Public Accountant, and Personal Financial Specialist (PFS™).
Randy is the author of multiple books, including the Amazon bestseller The All-Weather Retirement Portfolio, published by ForbesBooks. He has shared his expertise as a featured speaker at five National AICPA Conferences on Advanced Financial Planning, appeared twice on Fox on Money, and taught Fundamentals of Investing at Oklahoma City Community College for 11 years.
Community Leadership
Randy’s commitment to stewardship extends beyond individual clients to the broader community. He currently serves on the Oklahoma City Employee Retirement System Board of Trustees (since 2008) and serves on the investment committees of:
- YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City
- Oklahoma Society of CPAs
- The Foundation for Oklahoma City Community College
His decades of service include more than 20 years each on the boards of:
- YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City
- Oklahoma College Savings Plan (founding board member)
- Consumer Credit Counseling Services of Oklahoma City
- The Foundation for Oklahoma City Community College
Recognition
Randy’s contributions have earned prestigious honors, including:
- Oklahoma Society of CPAs Hall of Fame
- Oklahoma City Community College Hall of Fame
- Oklahoma Society of CPAs Outstanding CPA in Financial Planning
- Oklahoma Society of CPAs Outstanding Public Service Award
- South Oklahoma Citizen of the Year
- Oklahoma State University, Division of Student Affairs, Distinguished Alumni
A Rotarian since 1988 and past president of South Oklahoma City Rotary Club, Randy actively contributes to the Rotary Foundation.
Education
Randy holds four academic degrees, including a Master of Business Administration from Oklahoma State University and a BS in electrical engineering.
Personal
Randy resides in South Oklahoma City with his wife, Pati, and their son. They are active members of Christ Family Church. When he’s not working with clients or serving the community, you’ll find Randy reading, writing, or on the pickleball court.
