Our Team
Steve G. Harvey
Managing Partner
“Remember, it's not all about how you do when the markets are good; it's also about how much you don't lose when the markets are bad.”
Steve Harvey began his career in 1984 at E.F. Hutton in Washington, D.C. While at E.F. Hutton, he received extensive training in the stock and bond markets, alternative investments, and retirement plans. In 1990, Steve moved to Dean Witter, which later merged with Morgan Stanley. While at Morgan Stanley, he became the branch manager of the Franklin Square office from August 1994 to April 2000. Steve continued advising his clients and managing their assets at Morgan Stanley until May 2005.
Steve left Morgan Stanley in May 2005 to start The Harvey Group in Old Town, Alexandria, so he could provide truly independent and objective investment and financial advice.
John M. Bernards, CFP®
Founding Partner & CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®
“We always consider ourselves students of the industry. From tax law changes to the inception of more sophisticated investment vehicles, it is quite a bit to keep up with. We stress continuing education within the organization and constantly strive to come up with new ways in which we can help our clients achieve their financial goals.”
John Bernards is a native Californian who relocated to Washington, D.C. in 1999. He began his career in finance with Morgan Stanley in 2001, after a short stint with the U.S. House Armed Services Committee on Capitol Hill.
John is a founding partner of The Harvey Group, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, and an Investment Adviser Representative of Commonwealth Financial Network®. He received his degree from the California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, California, in economics, with a concentration in marketing. He also was a member of the lacrosse team.
John lives in Washington, D.C. with his wife, Stacey, and their children, Coco, Jack, and Emme. He is an active member of the Parent Teacher Association at his children's school and enjoys spending time outdoors with his family.
Alison Fife
Client Services Manager & Financial Advisor
"Ask us anything. If we don't know the answer, we will refer to one of our many resources, find out the answer, and get back to you as soon as we can."
Alison Fife grew up and still lives in Alexandria, Virginia. She worked with Shearson Lehman Brothers as a registered sales assistant for seven years, then as a marketing associate for Lazard Freres Asset Management. Alison has been the client service manager of The Harvey Group since its inception and is an Investment Adviser Representative of Commonwealth Financial Network®. She received her degree in marketing and education from James Madison University.
In her spare time, Alison enjoys running on the GW Parkway Bike Trail, spending time with her three girls, and relaxing with her husband.
Johnny Garstka
Financial Planner
“Breaking 70 in golf means completing an 18-hole round in fewer than 70 strokes, something less than 1% of golfers do consistently. Just as fewer strokes on the golf course signify mastery, efficiently achieving financial milestones allows you to reach your financial goals faster and with greater ease.”
A native of Springfield, Virginia, Johnny graduated from Clemson University with a bachelor’s degree in financial management with minors in accounting and management information systems. He also earned his MBA from Clemson. He is an Investment Adviser Representative of Commonwealth Financial Network® and is driven to help others work toward their goals in life through his career as a financial planner.
As a graduate of Clemson, he is an avid Tigers fan and always enjoys watching them compete on Saturdays during the fall football season. Johnny is also passionate about golf, skiing, and volunteering in the Alexandria community.
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