Published on September 07, 2025. Article written by .
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Published on September 07, 2025. Article written by Gary Frey.
"If I can be good about business, & I can do my business well—but then also care about my people & have that noticed in the marketplace—that’s way more important to me." – Greg Lafferty
At 27, Greg seemingly had it all: the pedigree, the projects, the prestige of a big job at NASA.
But what he really wanted was a life of impact. So, he retired (yes, at 27!) from the confines of government & began a decades-long journey of entrepreneurship rooted in faith, grit, & people-first leadership.
Years later, that same spirit would draw Christina Wright to him.
A few referrals & persistent follow-ups later, she landed a meeting with Greg—who was launching a company with no name, no business plan… & no investor relations lead.
She jumped in anyway.
Today, this mission-minded duo is building Branch Wealth Partners—an education-driven real estate firm helping people build real wealth with wisdom, heart, & long-term vision.
They’re not chasing “get rich quick.” They’re building something that lasts.
To learn more, learn more at branchwealthpartners.com.
It’s like Tony Hsieh said: “Chase the vision, not the money. The money will end up following you.”
About the author:
Gary Frey is the Owner / Director of Business Development at BGW Advisors.
Learn more about Gary and rest of our team on the Team page.
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