Our president Galen Bargerstock is a U.S. Army veteran and Purple Heart and Bronze Star recipient who has one mission here at GCES- to bring clarity, and confidence to our clients navigating their public and private benefits. He built our company to offer uniquely tailored and straightforward solutions for each of our clients, rooted in trust and years of experience.

Holding a Pennsylvania life, health, and annuity insurance license, and having also passed the FINRA Series 6, 63, and 65 exams, Galen is known for his ability to simplify the often complex and confusing world of finance and investments. He builds strategies that are easy to understand, and tailored to meet your unique goals, whether you’re approaching retirement or just getting started!

Galen’s passion for service extends well beyond the GCES office. He was named one of PA Business Central’s Foremost Under 40 in 2021 and recognized as one of their Top 100 People in Business in 2025. He is an active member of the Indiana community and values strong client relationships built on listening, transparency, and long-term support.

When he isn’t overwatering his plants and helping clients plan their future Galen can be found working out at the gym, listening to good music, or doing his daily meditation. He really enjoys a nice cup of tea and loves watching Hallmark Christmas movies. Galen religiously drinks his daily protein shakes and loves eating at an Asian Buffet. Above all, he values the different strengths he and his husband Clint have that keep them both balanced and engaged in business and life.