Get to Know Art Dinkin

What inspires you to get out of bed every day? 

For me, it’s connecting with clients and seeing them reach their goals. My mission is to help you feel comfortable with your money. Once you achieve that, you can make your life anything you want it to be.

I’ve been lucky to find inspiration in a lot of different places. 

Back in the 80s, I was fascinated with computers. That was before my college even had a computer engineering major! So I studied electrical engineering with a “digital specialty”. I worked on a big project after college, but when it was all finished, I felt disconnected from the results. It was the opposite when I moved to a smaller operation. The results were satisfying, but I realized I just wasn’t passionate about the work. Interacting with people is where my passion lies, so I knew the cubicle lifestyle had to go. 

Computer engineering to financial planning might seem like an unexpected turn, but it makes perfect sense to me. I found my magic formula: Combining my love for numbers, problem-solving, and interacting with people. 

The relationships I build are what inspire me the most.

I have a beautiful quilt hanging in my office. It was made for me by a thoughtful client to symbolize the impact that our relationship had on her life. I reminds me every day of why I am proud to be a financial advisor.

Life is never boring.

As a kid my parents moved us a few times. Between military service and a variety of jobs I have been coast to coast and north to south. But after I came to Des Moines, I knew I was in love not only with the area, but also with the woman I would later marry. We now have three amazing children. 

They joined a swim team when they were little and I went from being a parent volunteer to a nationally rated USA swimming official working with both Iowa Swimming and the local YMCA. I also have a pilot’s license, and I enjoy shooting, hunting, and a good book. Life is definitely not boring! Although sometimes I wonder if it should be a little less hectic!

I can’t wait to hear about your life. Give us a call so we can help you make time for what inspires you and help you get comfortable with your money.