From Firefighter to Financial Advisor with Derek Gilbert | Episode 15 of Heavy Lifts Podcast

In this episode of Heavy Lifts, Nat Borchers and AJ Nash sit down with Derek Gilbert, financial advisor, volunteer, and longtime Salem community advocate.As the owner of Anthem Wealth Strategies, Derek shares how his work goes far beyond numbers — it’s about helping people and small businesses find clarity, confidence, and purpose in what they’re building. From mentoring others to leading downtown community events, Derek opens up about the lessons learned through setbacks, resilience, and saying yes to showing up for Salem.What you’ll hear in this episode:▸ How Derek turned adversity into purpose and growth▸ Lessons from nearly 20 years of service as a firefighter and community volunteer▸ The importance of helping families and small businesses protect what matters most▸ Why getting involved — even in small ways — makes the biggest difference🎧 New Heavy Lifts episodes drop every Friday at 9 AM on YouTube & Spotify.🏗️ Heavy Lifts: For those who take risks.Connect with us!Nat: @natborchers on Instagram▸ @backlinerealestate on Instagram▸ www.backlinerealestate.comDerek: ⁨@derek.gilbert.7 ,@anthem.wealth.dg on Instagram#HeavyLiftsPodcast #communitybuilders #salemoregon #urbanrevival