Paul Oblon established his wealth management career in 1994 after graduating from Purdue University. With a methodical, relationship-first approach, he prioritized planning to transactional outreach. Because his clients had complex situations, he developed experience in managing both sides of a client’s balance sheet, including lending, 1031 real estate exchange, hedging concentrated equity positions, structured products, C-suite services, option strategies, annuities and insurance products, and estate planning. His dedication has been recognized by Forbes and Advisor Hub “Advisors to Watch.” Paul raised his three children in Naperville and was heavily involved in the Naperville Youth Symphony and the Youth Symphony of DuPage. He was an advisor to the American Leadership Academy, where he mentored college-aged students, and is still active as a mentor for undergraduates at Purdue University, as well as in his fraternity. After decades of working within major wirehouses, Gold Key Private Wealth was founded to create a more bespoke and fiduciary experience.
Education, Awards & Credentials
- Bachelor’s Degree, Purdue University
- Licensed in Life and Long-Term Care Insurance
- Recipient of Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Advisor” (2019 – 2025)
- Team Member recognized on Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams” award (2025)
- Recipient of AdvisorHub “250 Advisors to Watch (Under $1B)” (2024)
- Recipient of AdvisorHub “Advisors to Watch (Under $1B)” (2025)
- Platinum Council Recognition (2008–2024)
2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors; Awarded April 2025; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/23 – 6/30/24 (Source: Forbes.com). The Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors rating algorithm is based on the previous year’s industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC. Investment performance is not a criterion. Self-completed survey was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria.
2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors; Awarded April 2024; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/22 – 6/30/23 (Source: Forbes.com).
2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded April 2023; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/21 – 6/30/22 (Source: Forbes.com).
2022 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded April 2022; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/20 – 6/30/21 (Source: Forbes.com).
2021 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded February 2021; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/19 – 6/30/20 (Source: Forbes.com).
2020 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded January 2020; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/18 – 6/30/19 (Source: Forbes.com).
2019 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded February 2019; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/17 – 6/30/18 (Source: Forbes.com).
2025 Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams: Awarded January 2025; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 3/31/23 – 3/31/24 (Source: Forbes.com). The Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams rating algorithm is based on the previous year’s industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC. Investment performance is not a criterion. Self-completed survey was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria.
2024 AdvisorHub Advisors to Watch: Awarded June 2024; Data compiled by AdvisorHub based on the time period from 12/31/22 – 12/31/23 (Source: AdvisorHub) 2024 AdvisorHub Advisors to Watch: Awarded June 2024; Data compiled by AdvisorHub based on the time period from 12/31/22 – 12/31/23 (Source: AdvisorHub). The AdvisorHub 2024 Advisors to Watch (A2W) rating produced by AdvisorsHub is based on industry experience, assets under management, revenue, growth, compliance records, professionalism, and other criteria. Investment performance is not a criterion. Self-completed survey was used for rating. The rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and is based solely on the disclosed criteria. 1987 wealth managers were considered for the rating; 1000 (50.3% of candidates) were named 2024 AdvisorHub Advisors to Watch.
2025 AdvisorHub Advisors to Watch: Awarded June 2025; Data compiled by AdvisorHub based on the time period from 12/31/23 – 12/31/24 (Source: AdvisorHub). The AdvisorHub 2025 Advisors to Watch (A2W) rating produced by AdvisorsHub is based on industry experience, assets under management, revenue, growth, compliance records, professionalism, and other criteria. Investment performance is not a criterion. Self-completed survey was used for rating. The rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and is based solely on the disclosed criteria. A2W winners are then ranked into subcategories based on scale, growth and professionalism with each winner being ranked into only one subcategory. The 250 Advisors under $1Bil ranking is a subcategory of the AdvisorHub 2025 Advisors to Watch rating and does not denote an additional rating. 1974 wealth managers were considered for the rating; 1000 (50.6% of candidates) were named 2025 AdvisorHub Advisors to Watch.
The Platinum Council (previously known as Premier Advisor) distinction is held by a select group of Wells Fargo Financial Advisors as measured by completion of educational components, business production based on the previous year and professionalism. The title is awarded each March, based on activity for the prior January 1 – December 31st period. Additional criteria, adherence to best practices and team structure were also used to determine recipients.
