Ryan Gough and Thomas J. Salvino are wealth advisors with Performance Wealth Partners, an independent, fee-based fiduciary firm focused on helping individuals and families grow, protect, and preserve their wealth. Together, they bring decades of experience delivering personalized financial planning, investment management, and long-term wealth strategies tailored to each client’s goals.

RYAN GOUGH, USMC Captain (Ret.)

Chief Operating Officer

Ryan Gough brings over 20 years of leadership and operational experience to Performance Wealth Partners. A former Captain in the United States Marine Corps and MBA graduate from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Ryan oversees day-to-day operations, client onboarding, and corporate retirement plan services. He is dedicated to delivering exceptional client service and ensuring a seamless experience across all aspects of wealth management.

Credentials & Highlights:

  • MBA, University of Chicago Booth School of Business
  • B.A., University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Retired U.S. Marine Corps Captain
  • 20+ years of leadership experience
  • Former William Blair executive team member
  • Active community volunteer and supporter of veteran-focused organizations

THOMAS J. SALVINO, CFP®, AIF®, AEP®

Chief Executive Officer

Thomas J. Salvino is a highly regarded, award-winning industry leader with over 30 years of experience in wealth management. He co-founded Performance Wealth Partners after a distinguished 25-year tenure as a Partner at William Blair. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame and Loyola University Chicago’s MBA program, Tom specializes in building comprehensive financial plans and customized portfolios for individuals, families, trusts, and businesses.

Credentials & Highlights:

  • 31+ years of experience
  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
  • Accredited Estate Planner®
  • Accredited Investment Fiduciary®
  • MBA, Loyola University Chicago
  • B.A., University of Notre Dame
  • Barron’s Top State-by-State Advisor (2015–2020)
  • Forbes Best-in-State Advisor (2018–2021, 2024–2025)
  • Forbes Top 250 Wealth Advisors (2018–2019)

Performance Wealth is a registered investment adviser.  The information provided on this profile is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. You should consult your financial advisor, attorney, or tax professional regarding your specific situation. All investments involve risk, including the possible loss of principal. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Any references to investment strategies or performance are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual results. Copyright © 2026 Performance Wealth | All Rights Reserved.

1 Review for Ryan Gough & Thomas Salvino

HelpVet

1023 Reviews

Highly recommend.

5/ 5

Great group. Experienced financial experts. Wonderful service. Highly recommend. ~ David Mabie ~

Was this review ...?

Rate us and Write a Review

Your Rating for this listing

angry
crying
sleeping
smily
cool
Browse

Your review is recommended to be at least 140 characters long

Your request has been submitted successfully.

Additional Details

  • Do You Offer Military Discounts:Yes