Mark Schupbach Chris Lipper Tom Knippa Greg Mudd Adam Spence

Our Executive Team

With over 100 years of combined industry experience, our executive team has what it takes to help you reach your goals. Each person has been with CPF Texas at least 10 years and each specializes in different areas of the financial industry. Our team approach means you receive the benefits of experience and expertise that few other firms are able to match.

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MarkS Mark Schupbach, ChFC, CLU

In 1985, Mark founded THE CENTER in Dallas, Texas, based on a team approach. Clients benefit from his 34 years of financial experience in creative problem solving. He is especially adept at helping them draw out their values and prioritizing their objectives. Mark received his undergraduate degree in business at Bethany College in Kansas and the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) designation from the American College in Pennsylvania. Mark has been involved with bible teaching ministries, Bible Study Fellowship and Nextstep, for the last 18 years.

Married to wife Marty in 1969 with three Daughters; Katie (Mike Blackwell), Kristie (Chris Lipper), Kim (James Heffington)and five Grandchildren: Luke and Chloe Blackwell, Joshua and Jessica Lipper, Zachary Heffington.


ChrisL2 Chris Lipper, CFP®, CIMA

Chris grew up in Fort Worth. He received a BA in Political Science and an MBA in Finance and Management, both from Baylor University. Chris is married to Kristie and has two children, Joshua and Jessica. He is active with Frisco Young Life and coaches youth soccer and basketball.

TomK Tom Knippa, CFP®, CFS

Tom, a native Texan, earned a BBA in Finance from the University of Houston and an MBA in Financial Planning from the University of Dallas. Before joining CPF Texas, Tom was a Bank Examiner with the FDIC and served in the U.S. Navy. He is married to Denise and has two sons, Brady and Grant, both of whom are involved in the Coppell Band program.


GregM Greg Mudd, CAS

Greg's duties include insurance specialist and technology wizard. He has lived in Dallas for 26 years and attended the University of Oklahoma. Greg has worked exclusively in the insurance and investment arena for the last 25 years. He is married to Kristina and has three children, Christopher, Hannah and Allison.

AdamS2 Adam Spence, CFP®

Adam is from Dallas, Texas. He graduated from Baylor University with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance and Real Estate. Adam joined CPF Texas directly following his graduation. He has recently completed his Certified Financial Planner Designation. Adam is married to Taryn and has one son, Walker B.