Samantha Hengen
As a Financial Advisor with The Kendzicky Hengen Group, Samantha Hengen plays a central role in helping clients navigate their financial lives with clarity and confidence. She works closely with individuals and families to simplify complex decisions, build thoughtful strategies, and stay focused on what matters most over time.
Samantha’s focus is holistic planning—bringing together investment strategy, tax considerations, estate planning, and long-term goals into one cohesive approach. She partners closely with clients and their other trusted advisors to help ensure every piece of their financial life is aligned and working together.
As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, Samantha combines technical expertise with a relationship‑first approach. She is known for translating complex financial concepts into clear, practical guidance—helping clients feel informed and confident at every stage of planning.
Samantha began her career with Baird as an intern in 2014 while attending Indiana University South Bend, where she earned her degree in business administration with a concentration in finance. Over more than a decade with the firm, she has grown into a key member of the team.
Samantha is an active member of the Junior League of South Bend, where she currently serves on the Fundraising Council. She is an active board members for the Children's Museum of South Bend. She lives in Granger, Indiana with her husband, Johnny, and their two children, Barret (“Barry”) and Charlette (“Charlie”), and values time with her family and staying involved in the local community.