Bret Mickel
Founder
Bret is the founder of Higher Standard Financial. He is a former teacher and comes from a family of teachers including his wife, mother and two sisters. That background has given him a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities members of the Florida Retirement System face. For over 20 years, Bret has approached his role as a financial adviser as he would a teacher. The process at Higher Standard Financial is always to listen, educate and then to guide.
Bret grew up on cattle farms in the Marion County area where his father was often the farm manager. Bret received his master’s degree from Florida State University in 1993. In the same year, he married his wife, Amy. They have two amazing daughters, Sydney and Abby. In Bret’s free time, he loves to be outdoors and active. Together Bret and Amy enjoy travelling, attending Church at The Springs and spending time with family.